Explore Aurangabad: A Cultural Journey in One Day

Day 1: Cultural Exploration

Aurangabad, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Hotel Shree Mangal Karyalay

Start your day with a traditional Maharashtrian breakfast of poha and chai at Hotel Shree Mangal Karyalay, a local favorite that provides a hearty start to your adventure.
Travel by taxi to your first attraction after breakfast.
INR 200, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Ajanta Caves

Explore the magnificent Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its stunning rock-cut Buddhist cave temples and intricate frescoes.
Drive 100 km from Aurangabad, requires about 2.5 hours.
INR 600, 3 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Anand Restaurant

Refuel with a delicious vegetarian thali at Anand Restaurant, which offers a wide variety of local specialties in a cozy atmosphere.
Return to Aurangabad by taxi, which will take approximately 2.5 hours.
INR 300, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Bibi Ka Maqbara

Visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, often referred to as the 'Taj of the Deccan', and admire the stunning architecture of this mausoleum dedicated to the wife of Emperor Aurangzeb.
It's a short 20-minute drive from the restaurant.
INR 100, 1 hour

4:00 PM

Aurangabad Caves

Explore the Aurangabad Caves, a set of rock-cut caves that showcase intricate carvings and beautiful sculptures dating back to the 2nd – 6th centuries.
It's a quick 15-minute drive from Bibi Ka Maqbara.
INR 100, 1 hour

6:00 PM

Shopping at Nirala Bazaar

Take a stroll through Nirala Bazaar, a colorful marketplace, where you can shop for local handicrafts, textiles, and souvenirs.
A short drive of about 10 minutes will get you there.
Free (shopping cost varies), 1 hour

7:30 PM

Dinner at Kailash Restaurant

End your day with a sumptuous dinner at Kailash Restaurant, where you can savor Mughlai and North Indian cuisine in a beautiful setting.
Only a 10-minute drive from the bazaar.
INR 500, 1.5 hours
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