Aurangabad district of Bihar is home to many tourists’ attractions as well as temples, historical monuments and pilgrimage centres. The city is known for its rich historical significance as well as being one of the hidden gems of North India for tourism. October to March is considered to be the best time to visit the city. Let us look at the top 5 places to visit in Aurangabad.
1. Deo Kund
Famous for being an important historical place, Deo Kund is located 10 kms away from the city. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is popular amongst tourists during the festival of Shivaratri. The legend goes that Chyawan Rishi, a famous peer, took shelter here in this temple making it a pious and holy place for people to visit.
2. Amjhar Sharif
The Amjhar Sharif is one of the most important religious centres of Islam. It is situated 10 kms from Panchrukhia. Made as a grave for a Muslim saint known as Hazrat Saiyadana Mohammad Jilani, it is considered to be one of the important pilgrimage centres for Muslims. Thousands of people visit the place on the anniversary of the patron saint.
3. Umga
One of the most popular tourist attractions, Umga is a temple devoted to Lord Vishnu. The architecture of the temple is similar to that of the sun temple in Deo. Made of granite, the temple is home to a variety of other deities as well. The temple is a major attraction for tourists as it offers a glimpse into the sanctity of the Hindu religion.
4. Forts of Pawai, Mali and Chandangarh
These places are home to the migrants who came from Rajasthan and settled here during the Medieval time. The culture of the community is still alive as forts from that era are found here in pristine condition. Many archaeologists and historians have written about the existence of these forts as reminiscents of a by-gone era. A must-visit for any history enthusiast, forts of Pawai, Mali and Chandangarh are a lovely sight to behold while in the city.
5. Piru and Siris
Piru is known for being connected to the poet, Ban Bhatt from the court of Harsh Vardhan. Known for being important in the history of the area, the place was formerly known as Pritikoota. Being so important in history, this place is a must visit for anyone looking for an experience that would offer them a glimpse into the royal world of the princely state. Siris is known for being a pargana in the Mughal period and as a major area where the revolt of 1857 took place. The city is also home to a mosque built under the rule of Aurangzeb. Tourists often come to these places to experience the city in its true essence and learn about the rich Mughal past that the place takes pride in.
Being one of the places where the Magadha Empire previously held ground, Aurangabad is a myriad of ancient historical monuments, religious centres and local handicrafts as well as markets. A place to visit for anyone looking for an adventure, Aurangabad is truly the place to head to for a quiet getaway from the city life!
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