By Preeti Mehta
Introduction
India has a rich historical past, in part due to the many previous rulers erecting...
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Qutb al-Din Aibak built a 73-meter tall tower of victory, the Qutub Minar, right after...
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As an epitome of Indian culture, architecture, and spirituality, the Akshardham Temple is a world-renowned...
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The Rashtrapati Bhavan, or president's house, in New Delhi serves as the official residence for...
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The Red Fort is considered to be the most prominent historical monument in old Delhi...
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The Bahai Temple in New Delhi, popularly known as the Lotus Temple, is a fantastic...
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Located in New Delhi, Humayun’s Tomb is the resting place of the Mughal Emperor Humayun...
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India Gate, the most renowned landmark in Delhi, is a stunning archway built as a...
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Jama Masjid is a renowned mosque that Emperor Shah Jahan commissioned in the mid-1600s. Shah...
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Hawa Mahal, meaning the Palace of Winds, is one of the most important landmarks in...
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City Palace is a significant landmark in Jaipur that draws in thousands of tourists each...
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Jantar Mantar is famous across the globe for being the largest stone astronomical observatory in...
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Cradled on top of Aravalli Hills in the Pink City of Jaipur, the Amer Fort...
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Situated on the bank of River Hooghly, the Victoria Memorial is the most famous building...
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Charminar, the beating heart of Hyderabad, is an iconic city landmark built by Muhammad Quli...
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Situated in the Western part of Hyderabad about nine-kilometres from Hussain Sagar Lake, the Golconda...
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Gateway of India is a historical monument that is inseparable from the image that comes...
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The Sanchi Stupa has been the focal point of the Buddhist faith for centuries. Built-in...
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Located in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, the Khajuraho Group of Monuments comprises several...
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The Ajanta and Ellora Caves are adorned with unique paintings, sculptures, and frescoes. They are...
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The Sun Temple at Konark is a gorgeous piece of architecture built in the shape...
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Meenakshi Temple is one of the most renowned temples in India, known primarily for its...
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Brihadeeshwara Temple, located in Thanjavur in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is a Hindu...
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Mysore Palace is the most famous landmark in the city of Mysore. It served as...
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Located atop the Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, Assam, the Kamakhya Temple is considered one of...
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Situated on the bank of the River Ganges, Varanasi is said to be the oldest...
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The Ghats of Varanasi are riverside steps leading to the River Ganges. Varanasi has 88...
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Nalanda is one of the most ancient learning sites in the world. Built in the...
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Dilwara Temples are considered to be some of the finest Jain temples in the country...
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Known for their huge rock-cut caves and intricately carved temples, the monuments in Mahabalipuram are...
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Agra Fort is located in Agra near the Taj Mahal, to which it is a...
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The first thing that comes to a visitor’s mind when they think about India is...
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Located in the Thar Desert in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, Mehrangarh Fort is one of the largest...
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The Golden Temple, the most renowned and admired gurudwara in India, is considered the heart...
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Located in Goa, the Basilica of Bom Jesus is a unique church and an exemplary...
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Fatehpur Sikri is a small town to the west of Agra. It is a top...
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Periyar National Park, or Periyar Tiger Reserve, is a wildlife sanctuary in the Western Ghats...
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Swaraj Dweep (sometimes referred to as Havelock Island) is a stunning island that is one...
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Unquestionably the most prominent building in Udaipur, the City Palace, is an excellent example of...
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Jaisalmer Fort, in Jaisalmer, is an 800-year-old fort. It’s known as one of the world’s...
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Hampi is an ancient city found in the southern state of Karnataka. Hampi is home...
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Bara Imambara is another of the famous buildings of India. This complex was constructed in...
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The Mahabodhi Temple is one of the four major holy sites related to the life...
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Built in the 1800s, Jai Vilas Mahal is a majestic stately home featuring 400 rooms...
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Kaziranga National Park is a natural Indian landmark. The park is a protected area home...
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The Bundi Stepwells are collections of flights of steps found in Bundi. There are 50...
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Chittorgarh Fort, or Chittor Fort, is India’s largest fort. It covers 2.8 kilometres and reaches...
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Dakshineswar Kali is another of India's famous landmarks that is a temple. This temple was...
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Santa Cruz Basilica is a European-style building that was constructed by the Portuguese in the...
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Auroville is an experimental township dedicated to peace and unity. While the town itself is...
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Many of the major landmarks in India are human-made; however, there are also lots of...
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Thiksey Monastery is found in the Himalayan foothills and is a famous Buddhist landmark in...
Conclusion
Have you been dreaming about witnessing the Taj Mahal at sunset on your upcoming trip...