Bani Begum Garden

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India /Maharashtra /Aurangabad /Aurangabad

Sight Address : Bani Begum Garden is only 24 km from Aurangabad, Banu Begum Mogul Garden, National Highway 211, Khuldabad, Aurangabad, MH 431101. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Bani Begum Gardens is an elegant garden located about 24 km from Aurangabad, in Maharashtra. At the centre of the garden there is a tomb of Bani Begum, the wife of one of Aurangzeb’s sons. Bani Begum Gardens, built in various styles, is equipped with massive domes, fountains and fluted pillars. The garden is a stands as a fine specimen of the architecture of a bygone era. Bani Begum Garden is a panoramic garden located 24 km from Aurangabad. The garden is known for its lush green surroundings and comfortable atmosphere. The garden got its name from the tomb of Bani Begum, wife of Aurangzeb’s son, which is found in middle of this garden. Fountains, fluted pillars and massive domes can be seen in the garden and is landscaped in the Mughal style and presents with architecture of the departed period. Bani Begum Garden is a beautiful, lush green garden located about 25 km from Aurangabad. Popular for its comforting ambience, the garden got its name from Bani Begum’s tomb that is placed in the middle of the garden. Bani Begum is Aurangzeb’s son – Azam Shah’s – wife.The garden consists of massive domes, fountains and fluted pillars and is a great example of the Mughal style and architecture of the departed period, making this site a must-visit.

Bani Begum Gardens Aurangabad

HistoryEdit

Bani Begum was Aurangzeb’s son – Azam Shah’s – wife. The garden consists of massive domes, fountains and fluted pillars and is a great example of the Mughal style and architecture of the departed period.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

9 am – 5 pm

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Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon , Evening, & Night.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

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Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs 10

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Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Rs 100

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : The taxi stand is next to the MSRTC bus stand; share jeeps also depart from here for destinations around Aurangabad. Expect to pay Rs.600 for a full-day tour in a rickshaw, or Rs.900 in a taxi.

Bus : MSRTC also operates an intra-city bus service called ‘Aurangabad City Bus’ which connects different parts of the city together along with connecting the city to its nearby suburbs. The bus system is even more complicated for those who do not speak the local Marathi language, which equates to just about every foreign visitor here. Your best bet is to ask someone in your hotel before you leave what bus you would need to take to get to your planned destination. If you can track down this bus and get on as well as let the driver know your destination, then buses here are very convenient and inexpensive at just a couple of rupees per trip.

Train : Aurangabad’s train station (Station Rd East) is not on a main line, but two heavily-booked trains, the Tapovan Express (2nd class/chair ₹102/338, 7½ hours, 2.35pm) and the Janshatabdi Express (2nd class/chair ₹127/420, 6½ hours, 6am) run direct to/from Mumbai. For Hyderabad (Secunderabad), take the Devagiri Express (sleeper/2AC ₹224/822, 10 hours,4.05am). To reach northern or eastern India,take a bus to Jalgaon and board a train there.

Air : Aurangabad Airport, popularly known as the Chikalthana airport is the main domestic airport here. It is situated 10 km east of the city. Both Indian Airlines and Jet Airways have a daily flight to Mumbai (Bombay). The airport is 10km east of town. En route are the offices of Indian Airlines (2485241; Jalna Rd) and Jet Airways (2441392; Jalna Rd) There are daily flights to Delhi, with a stopover in Mumbai. Fares start from around Rs.1500. Taxis are available to and from airport.

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Things to CarryEdit

Carry bottle of drinking water and some food.

Safety / WarningEdit

Eat safely (no street stall foods, no buffets, eat fruits/veg that can be peeled and well-cooked food, drink sealed bottled water).Use sun screen/mosquito repellent, put a hat and sunglasses on your child.Wear closed shoes, not sandals.