Globally known as a favourite destination because of its proximity to the Ajanta and Ellora caves, Aurangabad serves as a major tourist hub that offers a wide array of network services to visit some of the most important attractions around it. Also, as a city, Aurangabad fascinates with its culture and lifestyle, offering discerning tourists a wide gamut of hospitality.

The historical caves of Ajanta are situated at a distance of 6.5 kilometers from Fardapur, a village that is 101 kilometers in the northern direction of Aurangabad and just 55 kilometers from Jalgaon. There is a regular bus service to the caves up to the T-Junction which is 4 kilometers short of the caves. Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) offers accommodation in resorts near this junction and semi-luxury and regular accommodation at Fardapur.

Further, the forts of Daulatabad and Khultabad, 16 and 24 kilometers from Aurangabad, are on the way to Ellora and are popular destinations in this region. The Daulatabad Fort is an impressive monument, founded by the Yadavas of Deogiri in 11thcentury AD. In 1296 AD Alauddin Khilji defeated the Yadavas and when Muhammad-bin-Tughluq succeeded the Khiljis at Delhi, the fort was renamed from Deogiri to Daulatabad. In AD 1328 the capital was shifted from D

AURANGABAD AIRPORT : Globally known as a favourite destination because of its proximity to the Ajanta and Ellora caves, Aurangabad serves as a major tourist hub that offers a wide array of network services to visit some of the most important attractions around it. Also, as a city, Aurangabad fascinates with its culture and lifestyle, offering discerning tourists a wide gamut of hospitality. 

Aurangabad is a city in Maharashtra state, in India. It is also regional headquarter of Marathwada and tourism capital of Maharashtra state. 

General Information

• Airport Name  : Aurangabad
• City Name     : Aurangabad
• State             :  Maharastra

AURANGABAD SHOPPING  :Aurangabad is famous for its woven Himroo shawls, Mashru and Kimkhab weaves. The fabulous Paithani sarees tempt most women, as to the wide range of semi precious stones available in rough, polished and jewellery form. Agate in particular is available in a variety of forms and sizes. Bidri ware, and old coins dating back to the Mughal period are also available.

Aurangabad is rich in its culture and heritage as well as its art and crafts. Whenever we talk of shopping in Aurangabad, himroo shawls, mashroo and kimkhab weaves click on one's mind. We can't also forget the well-known fine paithani silk sarees. The silver inlay craft of Bidri ware too is world famous.

Mhaismal near Aurangabad : Mhaismal is the kind of place where nature comes extremely close to mythology and creates an ambience that is unique and special in all respects. Moreover, the fact that this place has come to be termed as a ‘botanical workshop’ guarantees that you will find here an exciting range of flora, opening up a wonderland of sorts. Most tourists head for this destination during the monsoon when the landscape turns a bright green.

Mhaismal is a part of the extreme eastern limits of the Sahyadari ranges with its unique mountain topography. The plateau of the hill-station is spread out evenly on protruding landforms in various directions. The tarmac streaks the plateau in almost two equal halves and runs all throughout to the extreme dead-end north. About 37 kilometers from the urban centre of Aurangabad and 12 kilometers from the eternal town of Khuldabad is this temperate place of sheer indulgence - an engagement with nature. Records tell us that the temperature has rarely exceeded the 32 degree Celsius mark while the lowest averages to about 7 degree Celsius, making it a year-round destination. However, the real charm of this quaint little place is its monsoon mood.

AURANGABAD

• Ajanta (Aurangabad)
• Daultabad (Devigiri) Fort (Aurangabad)
• BIWI Ka Maqbara (Aurangabad)
• Ellora Caves 
• Khuldabad
• Bibi ka Maqbara
• Panchakki
• Aurangabad Caves

AURANGABAD SHOPPING :When we talk of shopping in Aurangabad, himroo shawls, mashroo and kimkhab weaves click on one's mind. We can't also forget the well-known fine paithani silk sarees. The silver inlay craft of Bidri ware too is world famous.

Mhaismal near Aurangabad : Explore Ellora Caves

Ellora is an archaeological site, 29 kilometers northwest of the city of Aurangabad. It is also known as Elapura and is well known for its monumental caves that represent the epitome of Indian rock-cut architecture. The 34 caves are actually structures excavated out of the vertical face of the hills of Charanandri. These Buddhist, Hindu and Jain rock-cut temples and ‘viharas’ were created between the 5th and 10th century. The 12 Buddhist, 17 Hindu and five Jain caves, built in proximity, demonstrate the religious harmony prevalent during this period of Indian history.

Seek Out the Warriors

From Mhaismal it is easy to go to Daulatabad, a 14th century fort city, about 16 kilometers northwest of Aurangabad. The place was once known as which is 28 km from Aurangabad Devagiri when it was an important uplands city along caravan routes as also the capital of the Yadava dynasty. In1327, it famously became the capital of the Tughlaq dynasty, under Muhammad bin Tughluq, who also changed its name, and forcibly moved the entire population of Delhi here, for two years, before it was abandoned due to lack of water.

Aamsari Temple : Aamsari near Ajintha (Buldana), next to Seona, is an ancient Shiva Temple near to Ajanta Caves. It is mostly deserted from all surroundings. This temple finds an important mention in the vedic scriptures. Scenic Amber Lake is not far away from this location.

Anwa Temple : Anwa Temple is located 10 km away from Golegaon near Aurangabad, Maharashtra. Presiding deity is Lord Shiva, and the temple dates back to 12th century. The temple has a sanctuary and a mandap (open hall) with decorated pillars. Anwa is a small village on the main road leading from Aurangabad to the Ajanta Caves.

Anwa village gained importance because of Anwa Temple. The pillars of the temple has beautifully carved sculptures and decorated pillars. The temple has also images of Vishnu, Ganesha and other divinities.

As Anwa is very close to Ajanta, it is very convenient to travel by road from Golegaon. Private car or taxi is the best mode of transport. For accommodation small budgeted hotels are available at Ajanta. One can also stay at the government guesthouse.

Rudreshwar Temple : Rudreshwar Temple is a very picturesque place with a waterfall and hill view Rudreshwar Cave is about 3 kilometers away from Vetalwadi fort. The beautifully carved 5'" and 6'" Century monsoon refuge caves of the Buddhist monks leaves you spellbound. Best Visit Time Aug to Dec.

Proximity from the resort: 20 km.