A curfew is imposed in Maharashtra's Nagpur following the protests demanding the removal of the Aurangzeb tomb in Khuldabad in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, aka Aurangabad. A 'Monument of National Importance' managed by the Archeological Survey of India has around 3,000 visitors daily. The Mughal Emperor, who died in 1707, is buried near the dargah of his spiritual guru Sheikh Zainuddin. Historians say that, unlike other Mughal emperors, Aurangzeb never splurged for luxuries and even earned his own money by writing copies of the Quran and making prayer caps.
After using whatever was required for his personal needs, he donated the rest to places of worship. He also instructed not to use any money from the royal treasury for his last rites and that he should be given a modest burial. The tomb, built in raw soil, costed only around Rs 14.12 and it was under the open sky. Interestingly, his father, Emperor Shah Jahan, is the one who built the world-famous burial Taj Mahal in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. 

What to see at the site
The burial ground of Aurangzeb is known the best for its simplicity and tranquil atmosphere. The tomb of his spiritual guru is situated nearby. There is also an open mosque area in its vicinity, providing a quiet space for prayers. Tombs of Chisti saints and Aurangzeb's family members can be seen nearby. The tomb has no entry fee, and it is accessible to all visitors. It has no specific visiting hours either. The caretakers of the tomb say that the tourist numbers have dipped due to the clashes in the past few days. 
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