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Far From City: 6 kms from city center
Cost: About Aurangabad caves Weather: Time Required:3-4 hrs Open Time:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Cost:Indian Tourists: INR 10,Foreign Tourists: INR 100

History of Aurangabad Caves Aurangabad Caves are known for the stretch that it covers. Tantric influences are also noticeable in Aurangabad caves. Cave number 6 showcases women with some exotic hairstyles and ornamentation and one can notice that these sculptures are still undamaged after so many years. A huge Buddha figure and an idol of Ganesh are preserved in this cave. Cave number 7 is regarded to be the most interesting as it has the figures of women scantily clad and ornately bejewelled are indicative of the rise of tantric Buddhism during this period. Attractions near Aurangabad cave Aurangabad Caves is one of the historical sights which can give your eyes a peak of historic architecture. It is one of the best tourist places in Maharashtra. The place is so vibrant with adventures that you need to have a day visit to it. A lot of international tourist traffic is seen at this beauty. Amazement & wonder at the craftsmanship of the great sculptors who worked without the modern implements and cut through the rocks to create such exquisite figures can leave you awestruck. Some of the caves are incomplete which makes people wonder whether the inhabitants had to leave them in a hurry due to attack or some other calamity. From the top, a panoramic and breathtaking view of the city is seen. If you are fond of heritage, then you will love this place of attraction. These caves are also considered best for trekking. It shows 1st millennium CE Buddhist artwork with god and goddess such as Durga and Ganesha. It is like a premium display of Indian classical art dating back many centuries. The cave temples of Aurangabad are a prime destination of historical importance.

Best time to visit Aurangabad caves Best time to visit Aurangabad Caves is in winter months of November to February because the weather at this time is coolest and dry. How to Reach Aurangabad caves Aurangabad caves are 10 km away from the Aurangabad city. Tourists can get down at Aurangabad city and take a taxi or auto-rickshaw to reach these caves. Local bus services are available. MSRTC operates good bus services for Aurangabad from other cities in the Maharashtra. You can also opt for private buses and taxis. The caves are located nearly 2 km north from Bibi Ka Maqbara in Aurangabad and can be reached by taxi or bus. A return auto rickshaw from the mausoleum shouldn't cost more than INR 250 including waiting time. The nearest railway station from Aurangabad caves is Aurangabad Railway Station of the south central railway zone. The caves are around 8-9 km far from the railway station and local buses are available outside the railway station.

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Tips 1. Be prepared for a steep climb up hundreds of steps to reach the caves.2. Make sure to visit all the caves.3. It's a good idea to hire a guide for the explanation of the iconography and details about the caves, including how they were built, etc.

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