Bangladesh to Aurangabad

Sitting in the southern part of Bangladesh, Chittagong is not only the biggest seaport in the country, but is also one of the most picturesque cities. With several natural and man-made attractions to see, destination attracts huge number of tourists from Asia and other parts of the world. Its position on the coast of the expansive Bay of Bengal has blessed it with beaches that are gorgeous, unspoilt and ideal for many water sports. Some of the most spectacular beaches of the region are Patenga and Fouzdarhat. Near Chittagong, there are several islands as well, most of which offer great opportunities for swimming and other water sports. One of the most popular attractions of the city that has a strong religious significance associated with is the 'Shrine of Hazrat Bayezead Bostami'. Located suitably on a hillock of Nasirabad, this site houses an ancient mosque, a large pond and a tomb. Blessed with breathtaking undulating terrains, Chittagong also is a heaven for trekking and hiking enthusiasts. Since this is an area that receives abundant rainfall, there are several waterfalls and lush green areas. Some of the most naturally blessed areas of the city are Khagrachori Waterfall, Kaptai Lake and Bandarban. Chittagong vacations should also include a trip to the War Cemetery, which is a memorial for all those who died in the battlefields of World War II. Tourists can book a suitable travel package from MakeMyTrip to travel around this city comfortably.

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.