The country of India is known for its beauty where more than one beautiful buildings are seen and tourists come from all over the country and abroad to see these buildings. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about some buildings whose history and architecture are famous all over the world. If you are also planning to visit, then definitely go to see these buildings of the country which will make you feel amazing. So let's know about these places.
Golden Temple in Amritsar
Sri Harmandir Sahib, popularly known as 'The Golden Temple', is an important place of worship for the Sikh community, built in the years 1585 to 1604 around a water pool. It is located in Amritsar and is one of the holiest Gurudwaras. It was designed by Guru Arjan, the fifth Sikh Guru. It consists of a collection of buildings surrounding the holy site that houses offices, a museum, and a small Sikh group that runs a kitchen. The Adi Granth, the holy book of the Sikhs, is enshrined inside the temple and also houses the Akal Takht, one of the five Takhts.
Nalanda University in Bihar
Located 95 km from Patna, the capital city of Bihar, Nalanda University was a world-renowned center of learning during the reign of the Gupta Empire and later became Kinvardhan during the reign of Harshavardhana. It is inspired by the highly organized methods of Vedic education, which was attended by many scholars from different regions including China, Korea, Central Asia, and Tibet, but was destroyed by the Muslim army in the 12th century CE.
Hampi Temple in Hampi
Hampi is a temple town situated amidst the ruins of Vijayanagara, Karnataka. It is a collection of all ancient Hindu temples, which reflects the rich cultural heritage of the region. It was part of the ancient Indian empire of Vijayanagara, a rule known at that time for its art and culture. Some of the famous temples are Virupaksha Temple, Queen's Bath, and Vitala Temple complex.
Hawa Mahal in Jaipur
Located in the Pink City of Jaipur, Hawa Mahal is one of the most visited places by tourists. It is built with pink and red sandstone, which gives a royal look to the monument. The palace has 953 jharokhas, as well as five floors in the palace. Let us tell history lovers that this palace was built by Maharaja Pratap Sawai Singh to entertain the ladies of the royal house. Women used to watch the beauty of the city from the windows and also used to enjoy the folk music being played.
Taj Mahal in Agra
The Taj Mahal is a beautiful structure looking white like the tusks of an elephant. The Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan after the death of his beloved wife Mumtaz in 1653, which took about 22 years to build with the help of 20,000 workers, artisans, and even 1,000 elephants. This structure present in Agra is inspired by Persian and Mughal architecture. Taj Mahal is not only one of the wonders of India but it is also included among the 7 wonders of the world. It is quite famous among local tourists as well as foreign tourists.
Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh
Located in the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, the Khajuraho Group of Monuments is a vast complex of Jain and Hindu temples. These monuments were built by the rulers of the Chandela dynasty in the 9th century. The place is famous for Nagara architecture and erotic sculptures. The site had about 85 temples by the 12th century, of which only 20 remain. The group of temples honors both the Hindu and Jain traditions.
Victoria Memorial in Kolkata
A relic of the British Raj in India, this palace in Kolkata is dedicated to the memory of Queen Victoria. The architecture of the palace is a mixture of British, Mughal, Egyptian, and Islamic elements. After seeing the palace, you can also roam in the garden. There are many ancient paintings, artifacts, and monuments inside the palace that you must visit. You can visit the palace between 5:30 am to 6:15 pm, except on Mondays and national holidays.
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