
Daulatabad Fort (Credit.411028003)
Fort Daulatabad is regal fortress with excellent architecture & also one of the few secured forts in Maharashtra.
Major Attractions:
Daulatabad Fort is appreciable for its historical architectural design. Though it is situated on the top of the hill; it is surrounded by double or triple row of huge walls, thorny gate, and vertical sliding that makes the fort appear magnificent. The remarkable creations within the fort are Chand Minar- a 30 meter high tower-used as a prayer hall consisting of four storey with glassy tiles & carved decoration, royal palaces with spacious halls, the Jami Masjid consisting of 106 pillars, Chini Mahal (Chinese Palace) and the Elephant Tank - the water supply system of the fort.
Note-the timing is 09:00 a.m.-06:00 p.m.
How to Reach?
Daulatabad is much closer to Aurangabad city (12 Kms) which is well connected by road, rail & air to Mumbai & other cities of the country.
Accommodation:
Tourists always prefer to stay in Aurangabad as it has many good hotels depending upon budget. Budget & mid range hotels-Hotel Atithi, Hotel Shreemaya, Lemon Tree Hotel, MTDC Holiday Resort & luxury hotels near the Chikalthana airport are few of them.