Bibi Ka Maqbara, also called the Taj of the Deccan, is a magnificent mausoleum situated in Aurangabad, Maharastra. This mausoleum is believed to have been built by Prince Azam Shah, son of Mughal Emperor Abul Muzaffar Muhi ud-Din Muhammad Aurangzeb, in the late 17th century, as a loving tribute to his mother Rabia-ul-Daurani alias Dilras Banu Begum. This mausoleum is a replica of the world famous Taj Mahal of Agra, the mausoleum of Arjumand Banu better known as Mumtaz Mahal. Bibi ka Maqbara was designed by architect Ata-Ullah, the son of Ustad Ahmad Lahauri who designed the famous Taj Mahal.
For Foreigners Rs.100/-
Nearest Railway Station - Aurangabad Cantonment
Aurangabad Cantonment to Bibi ka Maqbara - 6.2 Kilometers
Visiting Hours
08.00 AM to 06.00 PMEntry Fee
For Indian Citizens Rs.10/-For Foreigners Rs.100/-
How to reach there
Nearest Airport - Chikkalthana Airport (Code IXU/VAAU)Nearest Railway Station - Aurangabad Cantonment
Distance by Road
Chikkalthana Airport to Bibi ka Maqbara - 12.5 KilometersAurangabad Cantonment to Bibi ka Maqbara - 6.2 Kilometers
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