Lonar Crater

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The Lonar crater is the world's 5th largest crater and a magnificent site to be seen. Placed at a distance of 122 km from the Aurangabad city the crater is believed to have formed years back due to a meteorite hit on earth. The crater is 1.75 km wide and 132 m deep. Lonar crater is spellbindingly beautiful and reflects the impact of the hidden and unforeseen power of the universe. For a moment the site will inspire you to contemplate the potency and control of the elements of the extra terrestrial kingdom on our lives. The crater also houses a lake at its base. The origin of this natural lake can be traced back over 1000 years. The lake is a wonderful hangout for tourists. Many birds like flamingoes, peacocks, coot and moorhen flock near the lake to take pleasure of its cool water. There are also a number of 12 th century temples near the lake that form a great site and makes Lonar Crater an unparalleled tourist attraction near Aurangabad.