Daulatabad Fort

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The fort of Daulatabad is a magnificent fort located 13 km away from Aurangabad. The 12th century fort was built by king Bhillama of Yadav dynasty in the city called Devgiri. However in the subsequent years the city was conquered by Mohammad - Bin - Tughlaq, who changed the name of the city from Devgiri to Daulatabad means 'City of Fortune'. The city was also the capital of India under the reign of Tughlaq. The fort is an enchanting site for travelers and an architectural marvel of the bygone centuries.

The impregnable fort is built on a pyramid shaped hill at a height of approximately 60 ft. The massive fort was designed so cleverly that it bravely withstood many enemy attacks. The fort is engulfed by 5km long thick wall, steep slide ways and a deep trench that makes it almost indisputable. There is also a maze of secret, subsurface passages inside the premises of the fort to elope in contingency situations. The 800 year old fort of Daulatabad still stands proudly and is considered as one of the most sought after tourist excursion of Aurangabad. Many tourists from across the country come to visit this splendid fort around the year. So, while in Aurangabad do visit this fort and take back its enchanting memories to cherish forever.