10 Famous Historical Monuments In India
The sub-continent, India, has a rich heritage that is renowned and attracts many people for a visit. The diverse culture that has been prevalent since time immemorial has given rise to several monuments that bear witness to the history of Indian culture. Let’s see through the most famous of them here
A immortal symbol of love to encompass the mortal remains of a lover stands tall in the city of Agra. This monument is one of the eight wonders of the world and embodies several architectural styles of Mughal, Persian and Indian cultures.
- Bahai Temple
A house of meditation and prayer for all religions is located in the city of Delhi, the Bahai Temple or the Lotus Temple. It is a prominent tourist attraction and relatively continental in its architectural build.
- Qutub Minar
One of the tallest towers in India, Qutub Minar is a witness to Iranian architecture built in Delhi, India. This monument that is built of marble and red sandstone is very ancient and is a World Heritage Site declared by UNESCO
- Sanchi Stupa
Four carved gateways stand as a guard to the best-preserved Stupas in India, the Sanchi Stupa. Also known as the Great Stupa, this Buddhist monument has a dome-shaped architecture has many tales of Buddha as carvings
- Hawa Mahal
The rich heritage of the Rajput clan of Rajasthan can be seen in the structural beauty of the Hawa Mahal, also referred to as the Palace of Winds. The majestic structure of red & pink sandstone is situated in the heart of the city of Jaipur and was believed to have been housed in the Royal Ladies of Rajasthan
- Victoria Memorial
An elegant white marble structure, named after Queen Victoria, is majestically located in Kolkata. With lush green gardens, beautiful sculptures and a Sound / Light shows, this monument is an attraction to tourists
- Brihadishwara Temple
Another world heritage site and one of the largest temples of India, Brihadishwara temple is a monument built by the Cholas. this temple built for Lord Shiva is situated in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
- Mysore Palace
Though constructed by a British architect, the style of the Mysore Palace is Indo Saracenic. The intricate interiors and the decorated palace during the Dussehra festival makes it quite world famous
- Red Fort
A residence to the Mughal Emperor for almost 200 years, the Red Fort is a monument that proudly displays the Mughal Era artefacts in its various museums. The capital city’s monument in Delhi witnesses the Independence celebrations every year
- Konark Temple
Dedicated to the Sun God, the Konark Temple in Odisha reflects the Kalinga architecture. The structure of Khandolite rocks is also remembered as the Black Pagoda by the European Sailors.
