Russia to Aurangabad

Situated on the banks of the Neva River in Russia, Saint Petersburg has been considered as the cultural capital of the country, owing to its well-preserved heritage and plenty of cultural attractions. Speckled with a number of museums, magnificent palaces, classical churches and beautiful baroque bridges, this city has become one of the most happening destinations in the country. On a tour of Saint Petersburg, travellers can visit The State Hermitage Museum- one of the largest art museums around the globe and discover the rich heritage of Historic Center of Saint Petersburg and Related Group of Monuments, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Peter and Paul Fortress, which houses a church within the premises and hosts a number of exhibitions throughout the year, is one of the most fascinating places to visit in this city. No trip to Saint Petersburg can be considered complete without a visit to the Church of Our Savior on the Spilled Blood- a traditional Russian church elaborately decorated with beautiful mosaics. This city is also famous for housing world-class performance venues where visitors can watch opera, ballet or musical concerts. Blessed with a unique heritage, breathtaking natural beauty and a number of tourist attractions, this city has become a true destination of choice in Russia. Travellers can pick a suitable travel package from MakeMyTrip to make their vacation an experience worth remembering.

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.