7 facts you need to know about Aurangabad

Aurangabad is the capital of Maharashtra and is located in the Deccan Plateau. It was a part of the Mughal Empire from 1610 to 1818 and was ruled by the Nizam of Hyderabad until 1948.



There are a few facts you must know about Aurangabad- 

1. Aurangabad was founded by Malik Ambar in 1610 and was named after him.

2. The city is known for its Mughal architecture and has many historical sites like Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, Bibi-ka-Maqbara, and Ghrishneshwar Temple.

3. The city is also famous for its textiles industry which creates high-quality fabrics including shawls, scarves, and saris that are sold globally.

4. The city is also called as "City Of Gates" because it has 52 gates like Khadki, Daulatabad, and Bada Qila.

5. Aurangabad is known for its textile industry which employs more than 50% of its people

6. The city also produces about 70% of India’s silk and cotton. Himmroo is an Aurangabad-grown fabric made of silk and cotton.

7. It's a special signature dish is Naan Khaliya; the exclusive non-veg dish. 

Consequently, these facts make Aurangabad a more attractive place to visit. Whenever you visit the Aurangabad, you can't miss a stay at 7 Apple Aurangabad.  It is one of the best hotels in Aurangabad with amazing accommodation and a multi-cuisine restaurant.

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