Bhadkal Gate

Bhadkal Gate is the largest entrance structure in Aurangabad, featuring traditional stone craftsmanship throughout its design. The architectural details show how builders of that time created such monumental structures with available materials and techniques.

Malik Ambar, a high-ranking official, ordered this gate built in 1612 to mark a military victory. The structure was created during a period when such monuments were important symbols of territorial control and authority.

The gate serves as a landmark in local memory and draws visitors interested in understanding how the region's builders worked with stone and design. People pass through or near it to connect with this part of their area's past.

The gate is best visited during daylight hours and can be reached by public transportation from central Aurangabad. Local guides are often available to help explain the structure and its features to visitors.

The gate is often noted as an early example in India of using a specific column-based building technique. This made it a model for other builders who later adopted similar methods.

Location: Sambhajinagar district

GPS coordinates: 19.88873,75.32168

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:02