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Later they taught and performed rituals in these caves, which became their Chaityas (temples) and Viharas (living quarters), the ancient seats of learning, and centers of the Buddhist cultural movement. The History Museum of Marathwada University has excavated material of Satavahana dynasty in the form of sculptures from Marathwada region, miniature paintings of Maratha, Rajput, Mughal and company paintings of East India Company periods. The State Archaeology Museum displays sculptures and broken panels from archaeological sites in Paithan. the official Tourism Capital of Maharashtra and with good reason. Being a tourist hub, the present day Aurangabad offers a wonderful opportunity to soak in the past history. Much before the Mughal rule, Aurangabad’s history actually dates back to the era of Buddhism. The Buddhist caves of Ajanta and Ellora have immortalized the evident Buddhist influence that our country was under during that period. Both these monuments have been declared as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.

The Himroo Factory is a popular site here. It houses woven Himroo shawls, Mashru and Kimkhab weaves and translates into a good shopping place for tourists. It is evidence for the fact that, about four centuries ago, Aurangabad was a merchandising hub and lay on the Silk Route. Women visiting the city are often lured by the tempting Paithani Sarees and semi precious stones jewellery found in the market place at Connaught. Bidri, a metal object decorated with Indian art and made of iron, copper and other metals, is also a famous product of the city. This beautiful object can only be found in this state.