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The city of
52 gates
Founded 1610 by Malik Ambar. Still opening doors.
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Monsoon breeze in Marathwada
Weather
29°C
Monsoon clouds, light breeze
Air quality
AQI 64
Moderate — rain-washed air
Petrol
₹112.45
Editor-confirmed 5 Jul 2026
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Fresh off the press
Stories reported, rewritten and read out loud over chai.
Shiv Sena (UBT) workers have organised a protest in the city regarding an alleged theft of donations from a Ram Temple, drawing attention to the incident.
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Go exploring
Two millennia of history, one very good lunch. Start anywhere.
Ajanta, Ellora, Bibi ka Maqbara, Daulatabad — two thousand years of rock-cut wonder.
From Satavahana trade routes to Malik Ambar's city — the long story, told well.
Naan qalia to tara pan — the dishes, the joints, and the queues worth joining.
Festivals, weaving traditions, language and the rhythms of Marathwada life.
Cidco to Gulmandi, Garkheda to Waluj — what to eat, see and know in every pocket.
Itineraries, best seasons, how to reach — plan the perfect Aurangabad trip.
Neighbourhood favourites
From loom to latte — meet the locals. Featured spots support the site.
The food files
Four things to taste before you form any opinions about this city.
Naan QaliaOld city, lunchtime
The city's signature: tandoor naan with a slow-cooked, gently fiery mutton curry.
Tara PanTara Pan Centre & rivals
A dessert paan so famous people drive from other districts for it.
Hurda Party BhelSeasonal, ask a local
Tender roasted jowar tossed with lime and masala — a winter-field ritual turned snack.
Sitaphal RabdiMithai shops, Sept–Dec
Custard-apple cream from the orchards around the city. Autumn's best argument.