Aurangabad to Afghanistan Flights

Named after the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, Aurangabad is one of the most popular heritage destinations in India. Located in the Indian state of Maharashtra, this city is renowned as home to the truly magnificent Ajanta and Ellora Caves. The city was once graced with the 52 grand gates, out of which 13 are still in existence and can be visited, during a trip to Aurangabad. When travelling the city, tourists can also pay a visit to Bibi ka Maqbara- an imitation of the Taj Mahal, explore Aurangabad Caves- famous for their iconography or try bird watching at Salim Ali Lake & Bird Sanctuary. Qila-E-Ark is a magnificent palace in the city that demands attention of every tourist. Besides this, there are more historical monuments like Kali Masjid, Shahganj Masjid and Chowk Masjid flaunt brilliant Islamic style of architecture. Apart from in the architecture, the classical Islamic influence can be clearly seen in the local arts as well, which include Paithani textiles, Mashru and Himroo fabrics, Bidriware and Kaghzipura, famous for their unique aesthetic appeal. Visitors can enjoy the finest of Mughlai and Hyderabadi delicacies here. With unusual heritage sites, authentic Islamic traditions and a plethora of attractions to explore, this city has remained and continues to remain one of the finest tourist destinations in India. To explore this city in a comfortable manner, travellers can book a cheap travel package from MakeMyTrip.

A landlocked nation, Afghanistan in south-central Asia features highlands, plains, plateaus, lakes and rivers. The country faces a semi-arid steppe climate with cold winters and dry summers. Kabul is the capital city of the Afghanistan with OMAR Mine Museum, Abdul Rahman Mosque and Babur’s Garden as major landmarks. Historical attractions such as Tajbeg Palace and Darul Aman Palace are now in ruins. Balkh in northern Afghanistan is largely popular for the Nine Domes Mosque, which became part of the 2006 World Monuments Watch. Mazar-i-Sharif, a major city located in the Balkh province, is mostly known for its Blue Mosque. In western Afghanistan, Herat offers a glimpse into the country’s rich cultural heritage with its unique museums. Herat National Museum, the erstwhile Citadel of Alexander, houses over 1000 exhibits ranging from pottery to paintings. Bamiyan Valley in central Afghanistan is a historic Buddhist site dating much before Arab settlers came to the country. Lying 2,590 m above sea level, the valley is known for housing ancient man-made caves with two statues of Lord Buddha – one 53 m high and the other, 40 m. Mostly destroyed, the archeological landmark is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Central Afghanistan is also popular for Band-e Amir National Park, comprising six beautiful lakes amidst a rugged terrain. Kabul has several cafes including Afrah Café, Nosh Book Café and The 14th. On the other hand, the bazaar area in Mazar-i-Sharif offers the best retail therapy in the country. Planning a visit to Afghanistan? Book a flight and hotel from MakeMyTrip and enjoy great discounts throughout the year.