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Travel to AURANGABAD - The gateway to the World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora, Aurangabad is named after the last of the great Mughal emperors, Aurangzeb. With a lot to offer the avid tourist including incredible Deccan Mughal architecture, the most pleasant feature of Aurangabad is its inhabitants. It is capital city of Maharashtra. It has a number of attractions, other than the world famous Ellora and Ajanta caves, located with easy reach. It is emerging as an industrial center, with silk fabrics as the major industry. It is one of the most famous destinations and cleanest cities in India. Located significantly on the Famous "Silk Route" Aurangabad has been on the world map since ancient times. It is known for finest colleges and universities in Maharashtra. |
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AGRA AT A GLANCE |
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FACTS & FIGURES : |
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Area |
138.5 sq. km. |
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Temprature |
Summer- Max 39, Min 21.5;
Winter- Max 31.3, Min 10. |
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Best Season |
October to March. |
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Language |
Marathi, Hindi and Urdu |
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Altitude |
513 metres |
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HOW TO REACH : |
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By RAIL : Aurangabad can be easily approached by rail from Hyderabad, Secunderabad, Mumbai and New Delhi. There are regular trains available on South Central Railway to reach Aurangabad.
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By ROAD : Aurangabad is well connected with major cities of the state by a good network of roadways. |
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BY AIR : Aurangabad is the nearest station and connected with direct flights to Mumabi, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaipur and Delhi. |
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SHOPPING : |
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Aurangabad is famous for a variety of beautiful textiles perfected by craftsmen and weavers down centuries. A region as rich in the art and culture of several communities, would naturally have a legacy of superb handicrafts. The legendary beauty of Paithani silk saris, the intricate silver inlay craft of Bidri ware which reached its culmination under the Mughals, and the beautifully woven silk Himru and Mushru shawls continue to cast their spell on visitors. Semi precious stones are available in rough or polished forms and pre-set in jewellery. Agate in particular is available in a variety of forms and sizes. 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. |
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