March 21, 2020

VISIT PLACES IN AURANGABAD

BIBI KA MAQBARA

Bibi Ka Maqbara has located 5 km from Aurangabad. Aurangazeb's son, Prince Azam Shah built it in 1678 in memory of his mother Begum Rabia Durani. This mausoleum is a replica of the famous Taj Mahal. Despite the layout and environment of the tomb is very similar to the Taj Mahal, somehow the architecture doesn't produce the magic of the Taj. Hence, it is considered to be an imitation of the Taj Mahal. Read also traveltargets.com for complete information.

AURANGABAD CAVES

Aurangabad caves are just a few kilometers from the famous monument of Bibi Ka Maqbara. These caves are believed to be excavated between the 2nd and 6th centuries. Aurangabad caves are carved from the slope and are a beautiful piece of architecture. Viharas are a large part of the caves in Aurangabad. Tantric influences are noticeable in Aurangabad caves.

AJANTA CAVES

Ajanta caves top the list of favorites when visiting Aurangabad. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, tourists from all over the world visited Ajanta Caves. The murals in Ajanta Caves display a unique style that is not seen in every part of the world. The paintings show events on the life of the Buddha, and there are illustrations of Buddhist deities. The stunning images show the skills and artistry of the artists and they effectively tell the events without words. A lot of research has been done to learn about the mystery behind the life of paintings. The paintings have stood the test of time and the colors are fresh and bright.

ELLORA CAVES

Ellora Caves shed light on the tolerance of people in ancient India who were willing to accommodate other beliefs and beliefs. Ellora caves span 2 kilometers and there are 34 caves representing three religions namely Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism. The architectural expertise and the effort that the artisans made in building buildings from rocks have no words to admire enough.

DEVGIRI FORT

Devgiri Fort is located in the village of Daulat. The massive fortress immediately draws you and has its spell as soon as you adjust your eyes to it. The most interesting fact about the fortress is that it remained invincible throughout. The architectural wonder was built to provide the best defense against the rulers and it was accomplished very well as the fortress never won.

GHRISHNESHWAR TEMPLE