Aurangabad also shares the rare distinction of having served as India s capital apart from Delhi and Calcutta. Aurangabad served as the seat of the last Moghul, Aurangazeb during his wars with the resurgent Maratha power. Aurangabad houses a culture inspired by religion. The various places of tourist interest here are the famous rock cut temples of Ellora, and Ajanta caves now earmarked as a World Heritage site. Apart from this the Daulatabad Fort, Ghrishneshwar temple, Bibi Ka Maqbara, Panchakki, Aurangabad caves, Lonar crater, Shani Shingnapur, Pariyon Ka Talab, Paithan and Pithalkora are a visitor s delight.
Shopping adds to the charm of the visitor s vacation.
You can shop for everything from Himroo shawls, Mashru and Kimkhab weaves to Paithani saris and a wide range of semi precious stones, Bidri ware and old coins. Contact Govt. of India Tourist Office, Krishna Vilas, Station Road, Aurangabad - 431005, Maharashtra. Ltd. All rights reserved.