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Things to see in Aurangabad (India): 9 places and when to go
Aurangabad is a major city in India with around 1,113,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly History (3), Temples (3), Architecture (2). The best known are Ellora Caves, Kailasa Temple, Ellora and Ghrishneshwar Temple. The best time to come is October to March; also possible: April and September. In June there are 13 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 48. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- India · 19.8976, 75.3184
- Population
- About 1,113,000
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (3) · Temples (3) · Architecture (2) · Nature (1) · Wildlife (1) · Hiking (1)
- Best time
- October to March.
- Also possible
- April and September.
- Nearest airport
- BOM Mumbai, 272 km as the crow flies
What to see in Aurangabad
The places in and around Aurangabad, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Ellora CavesAncient cave temples of Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism in Maharashtra, India21 km
- Kailasa Temple, ElloraTemple in Ellora, India20 km
- Ghrishneshwar TempleShrine dedicated to Lord Shiva21 km
- Daulatabad Fort12th-century fortified citadel in Maharashtra, India12 km
- Chand MinarMoon tower12 km
- Jama Mosque, AurangabadMosque in India1.1 km
- Jayakwadi Bird SanctuaryProtected area45 km
- PanchakkiWater mill in Aurangabad, Maharashtra918 m
- Devagiri FortHiking12 km
When to go to Aurangabad
The best time to visit Aurangabad is October to March; also possible: April and September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time10:55
- FebBest time11:21
- MarBest time11:52
- AprPossible12:28
- MayBetter not12:57
- JunBetter not13:12
- JulBetter not13:06
- AugBetter not12:41
- SepPossible12:06
- OctBest time11:32
- NovBest time11:02
- DecBest time10:48
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 13 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 48. In January, 9 of the 9 places are at their best.
When to go to India in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Aurangabad
The nearest main airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM, Mumbai), 272 km as the crow flies. How to get around India (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Malegaon6 places111 km
- Nashik20 places162 km
- Pune39 places217 km
- Bhiwandi8 places238 km
- Kalyan15 places238 km
- Pali7 places267 km
And all of India, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Aurangabad?
The best known: Ellora Caves, Kailasa Temple, Ellora, Ghrishneshwar Temple, Daulatabad Fort, Chand Minar. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Aurangabad?
October to March; also possible: April and September. In June there are 13 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 48.
How do you get to Aurangabad?
The nearest main airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), 272 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Aurangabad as the destination and these 9 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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