10 Places to Visit in India.
Taj Mahal is built on the banks of Yamuna river in Agra city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.The Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century, it is a symbol of love and devotion. Mughal emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in magnificent white marble in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
The kind of design, very good carvings and such good architecture that was used in building the Taj Mahal, that the person who sees the Taj Mahal keeps looking at that sight.The main dome of the Taj Mahal, the four minarets adjacent to it and the garden around the Taj Mahal and the waterfalls nearby further enhance the beauty of the Taj Mahal. People come from all over the world to see the beauty of Taj Mahal and that is why Taj Mahal is the most famous place and building to be seen in India.
Calangute beach is located in the Indian state of Goa, this beach is one of the most famous beaches of the state of Goa and a large number of people come here to visit. This beach extends for four miles and the view of this beach with its golden sand and clear blue water is worth seeing. Calangute beach is famous as the "Queen of Beaches", this beach is filled with tourists from all over the world every day.
There are huts, restaurants and bars along the banks of this beach, and due to all this this place remains very bustling. People take sunbathe on this beach and along with this, you can also indulge in water sports like Parasailing, Jet Skiing or if you want, you can also just relax. All the courageous and enthusiastic people definitely go here once and see the view.
Height = 26 m
One of the great historical sites of India are the Ajanta and Ellora caves. These caves are built in Aurangabad city of Maharashtra state of India. Ajanta Caves are one of the major centres of Buddhism, while Ellora Caves are one of the major centres of Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. Along with having more than 30 caves, Ajanta Caves is 2000 years old.
The paintings of these caves are famous all over the world, these caves depict scenes from Buddhism and their life. The 1500 year old Ellora Caves are famous all over the world and have 34 caves and the architecture of these caves will not be seen anywhere else in the world. These caves attract the attention of tourists from all over the world and these caves show Indian culture and historical heritage.
Location : Aurangabad, Verul, Maharashtra 431102, India
6. The Meenakshi Temple
The Meenakshi Temple, located in the city of Madurai in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is a magnificent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi, an incarnation of Goddess Parvati. This temple is famous all over the world for its intricate carvings and very beautiful architecture.
The area around the Meenakshi temple is spread over 14 acres and has 14 gopurams (tower gateways) decorated with colourful sculptures. The Meenakshi temple has a 170 feet high main gopuram and is a major landmark of Madurai. Lakhs of devotees and tourists visit this temple every year and experience its spiritual atmosphere. Meenakshi Temple is a cultural heritage symbol and an important pilgrimage site in South India.
Height = 51 m
7. The Golden Temple
The Golden Temple is also called Harmandir Sahib, this Gurudwara is built in Amritsar city of Punjab state. It is a major religious site of Sikhism and one of the most sacred places for Sikhs. The first Sikh Guru, Guru Arjun Dev, built the Golden Temple and it was later expanded by Guru Ramdas. People from all over the world come to this temple with religious faith and seek their wishes.
There is a lake around the Golden Temple, which is called Amrit Sagar. People take bath in this holy lake and this lake also holds religious importance. Golden Temple is also a social service centre and model organisation. Along with food arrangements, employment opportunities are also provided here. Here people enjoy religious and cultural activities and the view of this Golden Temple is worth seeing.
Location : Golden Temple Rd, Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt., Punjab 143006, India
8. The Charminar
Charminar is a famous tourist place in Hyderabad city of Telangana state. This historical building is a symbol of the Nizam Shahi city and has now become the identity of Hyderabad. Charminar got its name from the four minarets adjacent to it, this architecture built in Mughal style in 1591 AD is a very famous place. People come to see Charminar for its height and architecture.
It was built of red and white pink marble and its four minarets rise like imposing domes. There is a mosque on the upper floor of Charminar, where people come to offer namaz. There are also markets around Charminar, where you can taste different types of clothes, jewellery and Hyderabadi food. Charminar is a place where you can enjoy the food while looking at the view of Charminar.
Hawa Mahal is built in Pink City Jaipur of Rajasthan and it is a famous tourist place in Jaipur. It is very famous due to its unique and attractive structure.Hawa Mahal was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh II in 1799 AD. The only reason for building this Hawa Mahal was so that the women inside the palace could get a chance to see the bustle or view of the city.
The specialty of Hawa Mahal is that there are 953 small windows made on its roofs and the only purpose of making these windows was so that fresh air from outside could come inside the palace.Hawa Mahal was designed in a prominent Rajasthani architectural style and colored dark pink marble was used to build the Hawa Mahal.People come from all over the world to see Hawa Mahal and Hawa Mahal shows the culture, architectural art and historical importance of Rajasthan. You will not see a building like Hawa Mahal anywhere else.
Height = 15 m # Floors = 5
Location : Hawa Mahal Rd, Badi Choupad, J.D.A. Market, Pink City, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302002, India
10. Mysore Palace
Mysore Palace is built in Mysore city of Karnataka state and this palace is also called Ambavilas Palace. This palace is a symbol of Indian culture and historical heritage and is a famous visiting place. Mysore Palace was built in the Vijayanagara style and all the tourists who come to see this Mysore Palace remain amazed at the vastness of the palace and its beauty.
Inside the Mysore Palace, you get to see the royal palace, Durbar Hall, gardens and corridors decorated in different royal colours and with the carvings and different styles of this palace, it becomes even more attractive. King Virupaksha Wodeyar of the Vijayanagara Dynasty built this Mysore Palace in the 14th century. This palace has also been renovated several times. As an Indian heritage, Mysore Palace is a historical and cultural place and people who come to visit here enjoy the peace and beauty of this place.
Location : Mysore Palace, Sayyaji Rao Rd, Agrahara, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570001
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