Aurangabad A �Slice� Of History!
NO, this is not the Taj Mahal in Agra. It is the Bibi-ka-Maqbara in Aurangabad, an elegant structure by Mughal architecture standards, and which the locals proudly call the Twin of Taj Mahal.

The School Of Young Chefs, Hoteliers & Restaurateurs!
The IHM, Aurangabad, is India�s premier hospitality industry institute. It creates young professionals for the top jobs in a five-star hotel ambience, discovers UpperCrust.

A Palatial Hotel Even Aurangzeb Would Be Proud Of!
It stands like a palace among landscaped gardens and besides the IHM... the Taj Group�s fine property in Aurangabad, discovers UpperCrust.

Stone Age Wonder!
The world comes to Aurangabad to see its heritage! UpperCrust drives down to visit the city�s ancient Ellora Caves.

The Bhadra Maruti Temple
This temple is one of the only two places in India where you will find an idol of Lord Hanuman in the sleeping position. People come from far and wide to see the �Bhadra Maruti� which is known to have miraculous powers, says UpperCrust.

Ancient Cures!
Aurangabad�s Unani medicine has as many takers as it has cures for illnesses, discovers UpperCrust while visiting the city�s famous hakims!

Mughlai Maratha Melange!
The Mughal-Maratha influence in Aurangabad is evident everywhere... and especially in its cosmopolitan population and cuisine, discovers UpperCrust.

Naan Kalia & Other Mughlai Delicacies
One of the hot-selling foods in Aurangabad is the Naan Kalia. The restaurant specialising in it is Sagar, says UpperCrust.

Himayat Bagh!
The fruit research station and nursery is a lovely place to get lost in, says UpperCrust.

There�s Newsprint In Their Blood!
The Dardas are among Aurangabad�s most celebrated families and its got to do with their newspaper, the Lokmat, more than RAJENDRA DARDA�S being in the the Maharashtra cabinet, discovers UpperCrust on a visit to their palatial home �behind the press�.

Uttam�s Imartis!
Nobody makes this version of the popular jalebi better than Uttam Uphar Graha in Aurangabad, finds out UpperCrust when on the sweet trail.

The Josh Family!
They are Aurangabad�s oldest family of Dawoodi Bohras... and they proudly maintain their identity in this city of Hindus and Muslims, says UpperCrust

Selling Khajas Outside Aurangzeb�s Tomb!
To taste this delicacy, you have to travel out of the city and into Khuldabad where it is sold outside Emperor Aurangzeb�s mausoleum, finds out UpperCrust.

Paithani Sarees, Himroo Shawls
Aurangabad�s fabrics were best described by the famous traveller Marco Polo who said Kings and Queens of any country would take pride in wearing it. Get yourself a Paithani saree or a Himroo shawl before leaving the city, recommends UpperCrust.

The Water-Wheel!
A snazzy engineering marvel draws water from a reservoir 6 km away into a tank and serves as a must-see spot for tourists to Aurangabad, says UpperCrust.

Paya-Roti For Breakfast!
The Islami Hotel at Aurangabad�s Delhi Gate is a hole in the wall that serves the most awesome Paya for breakfast, says UpperCrust. But eat at your own risk!

They Could Only Be Parsees!
Aurangabad has a handful of Parsee families. The oldest there are the Printers who own the once-famous and still popular Printravel Hotel, discovers UpperCrust.

Tara Pan A Treat For King & Common Man
The pans made by �Sharfubhai� of Aurangabad are full of �chamatkaar�, he tells UpperCrust!