Taj Mahal, AgraA Tribute to Beauty is a "symbol of eternal love, regarded as one of the eight wonders of the world it is built entirely of white marble and seems to glow in the light of the full moon. Like a jewel, the Taj sparkles in moonlight when the semi-precious stones inlaid into the white marble on the main mausoleum catch the glow of the moon.

Taj Mahal, AgraA Tribute to Beauty is a "symbol of eternal love, regarded as one of the eight wonders of the world it is built entirely of white marble and seems to glow in the light of the full moon. Like a jewel, the Taj sparkles in moonlight when the semi-precious stones inlaid into the white marble on the main mausoleum catch the glow of the moon.

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India Gate, DelhiGateway made of Sand Stone is very dominating and intimidating in its outlook. The interesting thing about the Delhi gate is that it has its century old wooden locking system. The system is very complex and thus it had remained unused since the times of British

India Gate, DelhiGateway made of Sand Stone is very dominating and intimidating in its outlook. The interesting thing about the Delhi gate is that it has its century old wooden locking system. The system is very complex and thus it had remained unused since the times of British

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Lotus Temple, Delhi Located in the south of Delhi, it is lotus shaped and has rightly been given the name. It is open to all faiths and is an ideal place for meditation and obtaining peace and tranquility.

Lotus Temple, Delhi Located in the south of Delhi, it is lotus shaped and has rightly been given the name. It is open to all faiths and is an ideal place for meditation and obtaining peace and tranquility.

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Qutub Minar, DelhiFamed as the highest brick minaret of the world, Highest brick tower in the world This ornate tower is now an eminent member of the World Heritage Site community

Qutub Minar, DelhiFamed as the highest brick minaret of the world, Highest brick tower in the world This ornate tower is now an eminent member of the World Heritage Site community

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Humayun's Tomb is a magnificent architecture , the first garden-tomb to be built in India, ased on the description of Islamic paradise gardens, is known to have inspired the Taj Mahal

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Humayun's Tomb, Delhi It is a magnificent architecture , the first garden-tomb to be built in India, based on the description of Islamic paradise gardens, is known to have inspired the Taj Mahal

Humayun's Tomb, Delhi It is a magnificent architecture , the first garden-tomb to be built in India, based on the description of Islamic paradise gardens, is known to have inspired the Taj Mahal

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Red Fort, DelhiDelhi's famous Red Fort is known by that name because of the red stone with which it is built and it is one of the most magnificent palaces in the world, famous for its delicately carved inlaid and Royal chambers

Red Fort, DelhiDelhi's famous Red Fort is known by that name because of the red stone with which it is built and it is one of the most magnificent palaces in the world, famous for its delicately carved inlaid and Royal chambers

Akshardham Temple, DelhiIt is world’s largest Hindu temple The monument is a fusion of several architectural styles of pink stone and pure white marble. Pink stone symbolizes devotion in eternal bloom and white marble of absolute purity and eternal peace. It is one of the wonders of the modern world, and the wonders of modern India.

Akshardham Temple, DelhiIt is world’s largest Hindu temple The monument is a fusion of several architectural styles of pink stone and pure white marble. Pink stone symbolizes devotion in eternal bloom and white marble of absolute purity and eternal peace. It is one of the wonders of the modern world, and the wonders of modern India.

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Agra Fort, AgraIt is the most important fort in India. The great Mughals emperors lived here, and the country was governed from here. It contained the largest state treasury and mint. It was visited by foreign ambassadors, travelers and the highest dignitaries who participated in the making of history in India.

Agra Fort, AgraIt is the most important fort in India. The great Mughals emperors lived here, and the country was governed from here. It contained the largest state treasury and mint. It was visited by foreign ambassadors, travelers and the highest dignitaries who participated in the making of history in India.

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Jantar Mantar, JaipurIt is the largest stone observatory in the World The observatory has fourteen statistical instruments for measuring time, predicting eclipses and to ascertain other astronomical events

Jantar Mantar, JaipurIt is the largest stone observatory in the World The observatory has fourteen statistical instruments for measuring time, predicting eclipses and to ascertain other astronomical events

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City Palace, Jaipur It houses number of palaces inside the complex. including an art gallery and a rich collection of some rare items. the museum inside has a rich collection of royal costumes, folk embroidery, rare and invaluable (Kashmiri) Shawls, silk saris .

City Palace, Jaipur It houses number of palaces inside the complex. including an art gallery and a rich collection of some rare items. the museum inside has a rich collection of royal costumes, folk embroidery, rare and invaluable (Kashmiri) Shawls, silk saris .

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Umaid Bhawan Palace, JodhpurIt is one of the world's largest private residences. Construction of Umaid Bhawan employed more than 5000 men for fifteen years. It is designed in such a manner that it always maintains the temperature at approximately 23 degrees Celsius.

Umaid Bhawan Palace, JodhpurIt is one of the world's largest private residences. Construction of Umaid Bhawan employed more than 5000 men for fifteen years. It is designed in such a manner that it always maintains the temperature at approximately 23 degrees Celsius.

Hawa Mahal, Jaipur It is also konoan as “Palace of Winds “ is the most sensational monument in the city of Jaipur. was originally constructed to offer women of the court an upper hand, so that they can watch the activities taking place in the bazaar and the surrounding streets it is shaped like a pyramid and is a five-storied building, with number of small windows and screens, with arched roofs .

Hawa Mahal, Jaipur It is also konoan as “Palace of Winds “ is the most sensational monument in the city of Jaipur. was originally constructed to offer women of the court an upper hand, so that they can watch the activities taking place in the bazaar and the surrounding streets it is shaped like a pyramid and is a five-storied building, with number of small windows and screens, with arched roofs .

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Golden Temple, AmritsarOne of the most famous religious places in India. Located in the city of Amritsar, its name literally means House of God. , richly ornamented with marble sculptures, golden gilding, and large quantities of precious stones it is a place of both stupendous beauty and sublime peacefulness

Golden Temple, AmritsarOne of the most famous religious places in India. Located in the city of Amritsar, its name literally means House of God. , richly ornamented with marble sculptures, golden gilding, and large quantities of precious stones it is a place of both stupendous beauty and sublime peacefulness

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Amber fort, JaipurIt is located in Jaipur, all-built in white marble and red sandstone it looks stunning. The intricate carvings on the walls and ceilings simply astonish the visitors. The minute mirror work adds to the grand appearance and royalty of the halls it is renowned for its glorious past, huge silver lions and silver doors.

Amber fort, JaipurIt is located in Jaipur, all-built in white marble and red sandstone it looks stunning. The intricate carvings on the walls and ceilings simply astonish the visitors. The minute mirror work adds to the grand appearance and royalty of the halls it is renowned for its glorious past, huge silver lions and silver doors.

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Birla Temple, DelhiIt is a famous temple of Hindus in New Delhi. The temple was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi and took six years to complete. It is a landmark in the history of modern Indian architecture. The walls of the entire complex exhibit paintings of the artists from Jaipur. An artificial mountainous landscape, with fountains and waterfalls, has been created as the backdrop of the temple.

Birla Temple, DelhiIt is a famous temple of Hindus in New Delhi. The temple was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi and took six years to complete. It is a landmark in the history of modern Indian architecture. The walls of the entire complex exhibit paintings of the artists from Jaipur. An artificial mountainous landscape, with fountains and waterfalls, has been created as the backdrop of the temple.

Gateway of India, MumbaiMumbai's most famous monument, this is the starting point for most tourists who want to explore the city. The last of the British ships that set sail for England left from the Gateway. Behind the arch, there are steps leading down to the water.

Gateway of India, MumbaiMumbai's most famous monument, this is the starting point for most tourists who want to explore the city. The last of the British ships that set sail for England left from the Gateway. Behind the arch, there are steps leading down to the water.

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Jal Mahal, JaipurIt is noted for its sophisticated design and grand architecture. The Palace was developed as a pleasure spot and was used for the royal duck shooting parties. It is a five-story palace, with the first four floors being submerged under water

Jal Mahal, JaipurIt is noted for its sophisticated design and grand architecture. The Palace was developed as a pleasure spot and was used for the royal duck shooting parties. It is a five-story palace, with the first four floors being submerged under water

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Victoria Memorial, KolkattaIt was built to commemorate Queen Victoria’s 25-year reign over India It currently serves as a museum. it is a majestic white marble building surrounded by a sprawling garden. A black bronze Angel of Victory, holding a bugle in her hand is placed at the apex of the dome

Victoria Memorial, KolkattaIt was built to commemorate Queen Victoria’s 25-year reign over India It currently serves as a museum. it is a majestic white marble building surrounded by a sprawling garden. A black bronze Angel of Victory, holding a bugle in her hand is placed at the apex of the dome

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Meenaskshi Temple, Madurai One of the largest temple complexes in India, the grandeur of the Meenakshi temple has remained undiminished for the past two thousand years. It has 12 gateways, ranging in height from 45 to 50 m, the tallest being the southern one. The southern gateway is beautifully proportioned and is nine stories high, crowded with the images of gods, goddesses. in brilliant colors.

Meenaskshi Temple, Madurai One of the largest temple complexes in India, the grandeur of the Meenakshi temple has remained undiminished for the past two thousand years. It has 12 gateways, ranging in height from 45 to 50 m, the tallest being the southern one. The southern gateway is beautifully proportioned and is nine stories high, crowded with the images of gods, goddesses. in brilliant colors.

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Khajuraho - Land of The Moon GodSituated in Madhya Pradesh, India, Khajuraho oozes with passion, eroticism, dance and music and other finesses of creative arts depicted in sculpture and images of the temples

Khajuraho - Land of The Moon GodSituated in Madhya Pradesh, India, Khajuraho oozes with passion, eroticism, dance and music and other finesses of creative arts depicted in sculpture and images of the temples

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Lake Palace, Udaipur This palace is situated on an island, in the middle of Lake Pichola. Constructed in white marble, it is one of the most mesmerizing palaces there are a number of apartments within the palace itself. Ornamented with painted mirrors, inlaid stones, cusped arched and lotus leaves, the rooms in these apartments bring back the memories of the bygone royal era.

Lake Palace, Udaipur This palace is situated on an island, in the middle of Lake Pichola. Constructed in white marble, it is one of the most mesmerizing palaces there are a number of apartments within the palace itself. Ornamented with painted mirrors, inlaid stones, cusped arched and lotus leaves, the rooms in these apartments bring back the memories of the bygone royal era.

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Lotus Mahal, HampiIt is designed as a place of relaxation for the queen; it is called the Lotus Mahal because there is a lotus carved in the centre of the ceiling. However, it seems to also suit its name as, set in the middle of a well-kept lawn and glowing golden in the sunshine, it appears like an exquisite flower.

Lotus Mahal, HampiIt is designed as a place of relaxation for the queen; it is called the Lotus Mahal because there is a lotus carved in the centre of the ceiling. However, it seems to also suit its name as, set in the middle of a well-kept lawn and glowing golden in the sunshine, it appears like an exquisite flower.

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Panch Mahal It was basically a pleasure palace of emperor Akbar. He primarily used it for relaxation and entertainment purpose. The structure has been so designed that each story is pillared and is smaller than the other as you move upwards. While no less than 84 columns support the ground floor, the uppermost domed floor has only 4 columns.

Panch Mahal It was basically a pleasure palace of emperor Akbar. He primarily used it for relaxation and entertainment purpose. The structure has been so designed that each story is pillared and is smaller than the other as you move upwards. While no less than 84 columns support the ground floor, the uppermost domed floor has only 4 columns.

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Mysore Palace, MysoreIt is a sight not to be missed when it is illuminated on Sundays and festive occasions.. The palace complex includes twelve Hindu temples. The palace houses several rooms of importance. which are Royal wedding hall, public hall where the general population could meet the king at prescribed times with petitions. And an armory, which contains a collection of different types of arms used by the members of the royal family.

Mysore Palace, MysoreIt is a sight not to be missed when it is illuminated on Sundays and festive occasions.. The palace complex includes twelve Hindu temples. The palace houses several rooms of importance. which are Royal wedding hall, public hall where the general population could meet the king at prescribed times with petitions. And an armory, which contains a collection of different types of arms used by the members of the royal family.

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