KHARGHAR TO AURANGABAD 4 DAYS PLAN

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Places not to miss as a tourist in 2 days


DAY 1
AJANTA CAVES (timing 9 am to 5 pm, closed on Monday )
ELLORA CAVES (timing 6 am to 6 pm, closed on Tuesday )
DAY 2
DAULATABAD FORT (timing 6 am to 6 pm closed on Saturday )
CHAND MINAR (timing 8 am to 6 pm )
BIWI KA MAQBARA (timing 8 am to 8 pm )
SONERI MAHAL (timing 10:30 am to 5 pm ) optional 
HIMAYAT BAGH (timing 7 am to 8 pm, closed on Saturday and Sunday ) optional

KHARGHAR TO AURANGABAD PLAN

DAY 1 

IT TAKES AROUND 8 HOURS DRIVE (INCLUDING LUNCH BREAK) TO AURANGABAD VIA PUNE EXPRESS 
AND 10 HOURS TO REACH NEAR AJANTA CAVES (TO SAVE TIME)
LEAVE HOME EARLY TO AVOID TRAFFIC. I PREFER WEEKDAYS. SO LESS CROWDED ROADS AND TOURIST ATTRACTIONS TOO
7 hr 10 min (347.5 km) via Bengaluru - Mumbai Hwy/Mumbai

DAY 2

AJANTA CAVES ARE 3 HOURS DRIVE FROM AURANGABAD CITY (either book hotel near Ajanta or ) START EARLY IN THE MORNING TO REACH THERE. 
FIRST HALF AJANTA CAVES
IT WILL TAKE APPROX 3 HOURS TO DRIVE +3 HOURS TO EXPLORE+3 HOURS TO DRIVE BACK TO ELLORA
SECOND HALF 
ELLORA CAVES , THAT TO TAKE 3 HOURS TO EXPLORE
DAY ENDS 

DAY 3

START MORNING EARLY AND VISIT DAULATABAD FORT AND CHAND MINAR
THEN SONERI MAHAL(optional ), BIWI KA MAQBARA AND HIMAYAT BAGH

AFTER THAT IF TIME PERMITS, VISIT LOCAL MARKET AND HAVE A LOOK OF PAITHANI WEAVING CENTER . Enjoy local food 

DAY 4

PACK UP AND RETURN TRAVEL TO KHARGHAR 

 



Description 


AJANTA CAVES
Distance between Ajanta and Ellora caves is  2 hr 41 min (103.9 km) via Aurangabad - Ajanta - Jalgaon Rd and Khuldabad Rd
The caves were developed in the period between 200 B.C. to 650 A.D. The Ajanta caves were inscribed by the Buddhist monks, under the patronage of the Vakataka kings – Harishena being a prominent one.
Ajanta caves comprise 29 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments. The caves portray the Buddhist culture and stories expressed in the form of numerous sculptures and paintings. ... 
Shockingly, these caves had more tourists than the more easily accessed Ellora caves. ... Unlike the Ellora caves, there are a lot of paintings in Ajanta which was a neat variation to behold. Perhaps the best feature of the Ajanta caves' is the location which is STUNNING!
it will take generally 3 hours to explore each location 


ELLORA CAVES  

It was built during 757-783 AD by Krishna I who was the uncle of Dantidurga. Built during the 6th to 8th century in the Kalachuris period, the Hindu Caves were built in two phases. Caves 14, 15 , 16 were built in the Rashtrakuta period.
Ellora Caves has 34 caves and is also famous for the largest single monolithic rock-cut temple globally, popularly known as the Kailash temple.

DAULATABAD FORT 

Daulatabad, meaning “City of Prosperity”, is a 14th-century fort city in Maharashtra, about 16 kilometers northwest of Aurangabad. The place was once as known as Deogiri. The city was founded in the late 12th century by King Bhillam of the Yadava dynasty, and it was a major fortress and administrative centre for centuries.
Daulatabad Fort is a fortified citadel located atop a conical hill in Aurangabad, about 200 meters above the sea level. Its strategic location, incredible architecture, and three-layer defense system made it one of the most powerful hill fortresses of the medieval period.
the most enchanting qualities of fort is its location, from the zenith of which you can capture a mesmerising view of the entire city. You need to hike some 750 odd steps up to the top, but the view down below is a wonderful thing to behold.

it will take generally 3 hours to explore this location 

CHAND MINAR 

Chand Minar is a great example of Turk style architecture. This minar was built by Ala-ud-din Bahmani in 1435 after conquering the fort.
The Chand Minar is considered to be among the finest specimens of Indo-Islamic architecture in Southern India. It is 63 metres high and is divided into 4 storeys and 24 chambers. A small mosque or praying hall sits at the base of the tower, which is covered with Persian blue tiles. The Tower also displays some indigenous Indian architectural features such as the brackets supporting its balconies . The tower's height makes it visible from every corner of the  Daulatabad Fort.

BIWI KA MAQBARA / Dakkhani Taj

Built in 1668 the Tomb of Rabia Durani or Bibi Ka Maqbara was erected by Azam Shah, the son of Aurangzeb to commemorate his mother Dilras Begum who was titled Rabia Durani post her death. Being the spitting image of the Taj Mahal, the mausoleum is also called the Taj of the Deccan or the Dakkhani Taj.

HIMAYAT BAGH 

The Himayat Bagh is a tourist attraction in itself because of its greenery and cool environment. Visitors can have a look at various plants and trees in the nursery, on which research is being conducted.


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What are some of the best places to eat in AURANGABAD ?


Aurangabad, the city where “Something’s Always Cooking”.
With exotic tastes to treat your taste buds, Aurangabad is a place where you are always spoilt for choice. There are so many gems hidden in corners across the city that would never cease to amaze you. I would name a few places here but, by no means, this is a complete & exhaustive list. To get some measure of the culinary delights of Aurangabad, you will have to take the streets, give up your inhibitions and gorge like a king. You haven't tasted Aurangabad if you haven't tried following places in Aurangabad…

  • Veg
    • Hurda:
      The tender Jawar (Sorghum) stalks are roasted / barbecued in hot coal ashes & then the roasted tendor Jawar (Sorghum) is called as       Hurda. Hurda is then served along with Chataney (desiccated coconut garlic with dried red chilli). Somewhere in month of December to January tender stalks of Jawar (Sorghum) are ready in farms. Here is collection of best places near Aurangabad for Hurda Party.
      • Hiranya Resort, Near Daultabad Lake Ellora Road, Daultabad.
      • Naturo Feels Lawn Village Dhaba, Palsi Bakapur Village, 3 Km Ahead From Paradeshwar Mandir, Palshi, Aurangabad. (+(91)-2430-482323)
    • Veg Thali:
      If you want the whole of India on one plate, you should definitely visit       Naivaidya, Thaat Baat, Tinu Ri Dhani, Bhoj. Being the best Pan-India fusion restaurants in Aurangabad, it combines the different cuisines of the region into one single eating experience. Specially in Thaat Baat, thali served with style on a literal silver platter. Also entering in tinu ri dani restaurant is like entering an ancient temple; eating there is a unique experience.
    • Tara Pan Center:
      It’s taste and flavor remain with those who eat it, yes that is how Aurangabadkar usually introduce Tara Pan to their guest. Normally how much do you pay for a paan? Rs 10-20 would be the most common answer. Maybe around Rs 100 for some special       paan, and that is it. Well, then you might not have heard about Kohinoor Paan. This paan sold by Tara Pan Centre will cost you Rs 5,000.
    • Kale Bandhu Restraurant:
      Extremely awesome for Shevga fry. You should go here just to test the heavenly Cooked Shevga fry i.e. Drumstick fry. It has small area but its worth to compromise on that to feed your taste buds. Apart from that it serves authentic Maharashtrian food.
    • Green Leaf Vegetarian Cuisine:
      Green Leaf serves North Indian and Chinese cuisine, and I’d especially recommend the North Indian side of the menu: go for the paneer tikka with kulcha, then try the jalebi (a tasty deep fried dessert) or the rabdi (a saucy, fermented sweet dish made with yogurt).
    • Bakers Lounge & Indiana Veg Restaurant and Cake Boutique:
      A premier and popular destination for Aurangabadkars of all varieties cakes & pastries. Their beautiful presented & mouth watering range of cakes is out of this world. Both places are equally good and offers some great Salads, Wraps, Pizzas, Sandwiches, Pastas, Footlongs and Chinese Food. The Pasta and Mayo salad, Mexican Paneer Salsa Pizza, Pizza Sicilian, Peri Peri Wrap, seems to be hottest selling. The sizzling brownie and death by chocolate pastry at the end was simply great.
    • Sai Panchvati Paav Bhaji:
      This place is good for foodies loving street food. Pav bhaji is their speciality but tawa pulao is also equally good. The add ons are good too. The tikhi red Chatni is awesome. Spice is their hit! Do remember that it is always crowded, so be early here than when you want to eat!

  • There are plenty of best options available here in Aurangabad for non-veg lovers. I am vegetarian so as giving this suggestion based on general perception by non-veg lovers in Aurangabad. Public favorites are with their speciality
    • Mughal Darbar: The list is endless, Try everything :P
    • Great Sagar Restaurant: Aurangabadi Chicken, Seekh kabab, Mutton zaika & "Mastani" drink.
    • Haleem at Munna Bhai's stall: Another popular dish is the Haleem. The availability of which is restricted during Ramzan. A great place to have Haleem is Munna Bhai's stall in Himayat Bagh, which is open only during Ramzan. And while you are here, dont forget to try out his dessert specials - Mango Rabdi, Dudhi Halwa and Apricots with cream.
    • Delhi Gate Islami Hotel: ‘Paya’ The specialty here is paya (trotter soup), was a popular breakfast dish not just in Aurangabad, but also in Iran and Afghanistan

I would recommend many of the restaurants around Buddi Ln Market for non-veg specialty. Buddi Galli is a melee of meat and smoke, with food being prepared everywhere you look.

Hope I partially solved your query! (Y) Happy Eating!

P.S. Feel free to add more places that I have missed out.

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