Know about Aurangabad
Aurangabad is a trading city which links north, west and south India.Ò It is famous for its textile trading business. Himroo textiles and Paithani Silk sarees are manufactured in Aurangabad.Ò It is made with the blend of silk and cotton. This city is developing fast as one of the best urban city of Maharashtra.Tourist Places in Aurangabad:
Ajanta and Ellora Caves:
These caves are about 2000 years old.Ò These caves are situated in Ajanta village which is very close to the city. These caves are spread from one village to another and their sculpture and carvings are marvelous examples of ancient art and workmanship. Tourists get surprised to see that how so many statues were built in these caves.
Bibi Ka Makbara:
This is the burial place of wife of Aurangzeb, Rabia-ud-Durrani. This burial place is an exact replica of Taj Mahal which is situated in Agra. This makbara is made in the typical Mughal Style of Architecture with many fountains, gardens, water channels and axial ponds. A small museum is also situated behind this monument.
Transport Facilities:
Air:
The city has a domestic airport and only few flights are operated from here. This city is directly connected to major cities of India like Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and Hyderabad by air. A large population of this city is Muslim, so the flights are made available to the people going for Haj.
Rail:
The city of Aurangabad is well connected by Railways. This city comes under the control of Central Railway Division of Indian Railways. Several Express trains operate from various parts of the country to link this city.
Road:
Aurangabad is well connected by roads to major cities of Maharashtra.