Tomb of Aurangzeb Tomb
Mausoleum of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in Maharashtra
Near Khuldabad in Maharashtra, Aurangzeb's plain tomb attracts history-minded visitors exploring Mughal-era sites and Sufi shrines around Aurangabad, including Bibi Ka Maqbara and nearby cave forts.
Tomb of Aurangzeb at a Glance#
Address: Khuldabad, Aurangabad district, Maharashtra, India (tomb of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb)
Hours: Daylight hours (typically 8am-6pm)
Admission: Free (entrance to the tomb site)
About Tomb of Aurangzeb#
The Tomb of Aurangzeb is the burial place of the Mughal emperor Muhammad Aurangzeb, located in the Khuldabad area of Maharashtra. The grave is noted for its simplicity and lack of monumental decoration compared with other Mughal mausolea.
Aurangzeb died in 1707 and was interred at Khuldabad near the dargahs of Sufi saints; his burial place is a modest grave within a larger complex of shrines and tombs. The site contrasts with the more ornate imperial tombs commissioned for other Mughal rulers.
Khuldabad is a historic pilgrimage and burial area with several medieval and early modern graves and shrines; the tomb of Aurangzeb lies within that cluster and is visited by those interested in Mughal history and regional heritage.
The tomb is situated near the town of Khuldabad in Aurangabad district, Maharashtra, approximately a short drive from the city of Aurangabad.
- Simple burial style: The tomb is austere and lacks the ornate mausoleum style of many Mughal rulers, reflecting the personal wishes of the interred.
How to Get to Tomb of Aurangzeb#
Khuldabad is about 30 km from Aurangabad city. Regular taxis and local buses connect Aurangabad to Khuldabad; from Aurangabad’s bus or railway stations arrange a short taxi to the tomb complex.
Tips for Visiting Tomb of Aurangzeb#
- Combine a visit with Aurangabad's other Mughal and Deccan-era sites (Bibi Ka Maqbara, Daulatabad) to understand the region's layered history.
- Visit early morning to see the simple, unadorned tomb in cooler light and avoid mid-day heat.
- Respect local customs: the tomb is modest and some areas are used for prayer by visitors.
Best Time to Visit Tomb of Aurangzeb#
Winter months (Nov-Feb) are most comfortable for visiting the tomb and nearby Aurangabad monuments.
Weather & Climate near Tomb of Aurangzeb#
Tomb of Aurangzeb's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in May) and mild winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 12°C to 39°C. Moderate rainfall (678 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 12° - 28° | 20° | 3 mm | clear | 38% | 1.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 10.9h |
| February | Ideal | 14° - 31° | 23° | 1 mm | clear | 29% | 1.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.4h |
| March | Ideal | 18° - 36° | 27° | 4 mm | clear | 27% | 1.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 22° - 38° | 30° | 4 mm | clear | 26% | 2.1 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.5h |
| May | Excellent | 24° - 39° | 31° | 24 mm | clear | 37% | 3.3 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.0h |
| June | Good | 22° - 33° | 29° | 119 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 3.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.2h |
| July | Good | 21° - 29° | 25° | 158 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.1h |
| August | Good | 20° - 28° | 24° | 143 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.7h |
| September | Very Good | 20° - 29° | 24° | 129 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.1h |
| October | Excellent | 18° - 31° | 25° | 57 mm | mostly sunny | 71% | 1.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.6h |
| November | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 28 mm | clear | 62% | 1.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.1h |
| December | Ideal | 12° - 28° | 20° | 8 mm | clear | 48% | 1.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.8h |
