Travellers to Aurangabad will find history dating back to the 2nd century BCE, when the Satavahana rulers established their capital in Pratishtanapura, today known as Paithan. ![]() Conspicuously seen on the Deccan Plateau, it has a rich culture and a plethora of magnificent arts on display. It retains its past glory and charms, heritage and traditions. The city has a population of 1.2 million (2011) and is heading towards rapid industrial growth. Aurangabad, a dream destination of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, founded in 1610, is known today as one of the four important cities in Maharashtra. It sees a lot of international tourist traffic due to world heritage sites, Ajanta and Ellora caves. ![]() ![]() Aurangabad (Marathi: औरंगाबाद Auraṅgābād) now known officially as Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Marathi: छत्रपति संभाजीनगर Chatrapati Sambhājīnagar), is a city in the Indian state of Maharashtra.
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