Independence Day is celebrated on 15th August with much fanfare across the country. On this occasion, the Prime Minister hoists the flag from the Red Fort in Delhi. Simultaneously, the three armies of India take out demonstrations and parades. Different types of tableaux are taken out from the states. The eyes of the whole country are on the celebration being celebrated in the capital Delhi. However, being a national holiday, people also like to travel on the occasion of 15th August.
You can also visit a historical place that boosts the spirit of patriotism to celebrate independence. If you are a resident of South India or are thinking of traveling to South India on the occasion of 15th August, then you will get many options. In this article, historical places of South India are being told, which one can visit on the occasion of 15th August. Let us know about the historical philosophical places of South India.
Hampi, Karnataka
If you are going for a trip to the hills and valleys in the state of Karnataka, then visit Vijayanagar on the occasion of 15th August. 500 ancient monuments, citadel treasury buildings, beautiful temples as well as street markets can be roamed. Hampi has an open-air museum, which provides information on the history and sights of the city.
Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre was a dark day for India before independence. However, a tragedy like Jallianwala Bagh has happened in South India as well. A group of freedom fighters gathered in a garden bordering Anantapur in Andhra Pradesh, on which the police opened fire and 32 people died. One can visit here on the occasion of Independence Day.
Vijaypur, Karnataka
The largest dome in the country is at Vijayapura in Karnataka. Gol Gumbaz, Bijapur - One of the most important historical places of South India. It is also an important commercial district. The Ibrahim Rauza is another important monument of Bijapur and is also known as the Taj Mahal of the Deccan.
Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh
Kurnool is a small town in Andhra Pradesh, which is famous for its historicity. Here are the remains of the palace of Gopala Raju, the last Hindu king, as well as ancient and Arabic inscriptions and the summer palace built by the Kurnool rulers. You can visit these places on the occasion of Independence Day.
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