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The Ellora caves comprises of a mixture of Buddhist, Hindu and Jain. The Ajanta Caves are a series of 29 Buddhist cave temples in Ajanta, India. Most tourists will explore the Ellora caves together with the Ajanta caves. read more »

The Brihadeeswara Temple is the greatest temple ever built by the Chola king, Rajaraja Cholan. It is a stunning piece of Dravidian-styled architecture and holds rich history of India. Visitors to the temple are greeted by a big courtyard with many exquisite stone sculptures and two idols of Ganesha. read more »

Hampi (Kannada: ಹಂಪೆ Hampe) is a village in northern Karnataka state, India. It is located within the ruins of Vijayanagara, the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Predating the city of Vijayanagara, it continues to be an important religious centre, housing the Virupaksha Temple, as well as several other monuments belonging to the old city. read more »

The Murudeshwara Shiva Temple is dedicated to the Lord Shiva, a major Hindu deity, often regarded as the most powerful god in Hinduism. The temple sits near the holy beach in Bhatkal Taluk. This place is also home to one of the tallest statues of Shiva in the world, measuring 123 feet in height, and taking about two years to build. read more »

Vishwanath Temple is situated within Banaras Hindu University, at the centre of the main campus. It is a massive temple complex that consists of seven temples. The project was incredibly large-scale, beginning in 1931 and taking three decades to complete. read more »

Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple or Meenakshi Amman Temple or Tiru-alavai (IAST mīnākṣi Amman Kovil) is a historic Hindu temple located in the south side of river Vaigai in the temple city of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is dedicated to Parvati who is known as Meenakshi and her consort, Shiva, named here as Sundareswarar (beautiful deity). The temple forms the heart and lifeline of the 2500 year old city of Madurai. read more »

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is the largest temple in India, dedicated to Ranganatha, a Hindu deity. The temple is indeed one of the Dravidian-styled architectural wonders of India. It measures 72 metres in height, building upwards in smaller tiers as the height increases. read more »

In 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While the white domed marble mausoleum is the most familiar component of the Taj Mahal, it is actually an integrated complex of structures. The construction began around 1632 and was completed around 1653, employing thousands of artisans and craftsmen. read more »

It is inspired by the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, which in turn is inspired by the Roman Arch of Titus. It was built in 1931. Originally known as the All India War Memorial, it is a prominent landmark in Delhi and commemorates the 90,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who lost their lives while fighting for the Indian Empire, or more correctly the British Raj, in World War I and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. read more »

Baga Beach is a popular beach and tourist destination in North Goa, India, located a few kilometers north from the famous and crowded Calangute beach. Source:http://en.wikipedia. read more »

Marina Beach is the second longest urban beach in the world, spanning 13 kilometres. It is also one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, making it one of the most crowded ones. The beach sees up to 50000 people on weekends so if you don't mind crowds, feel free to visit Marina Beach for a day out in Chennai. read more »

Alleppey Houseboats are a unique style of dwelling. It is widely used in the state of Kerala in India, but also in other cities such as Amsterdam, Hamburg, and Hong Kong. These boats with thatched roofs are home to many people. read more »

Munnar is a hilly area in the state of Kerala in India. It is often called the most popular tourist destination in South India. The altitude provides an optimal climate with cool, crisp and scented air. read more »

Kodaikanal is a city in the hills of the taluk division of the Dindigul district in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Its name in the Tamil language means "The Gift of the Forest". Kodaikanal is referred to as the "Princess of Hill stations" and has a long history as a retreat and popular tourist destination. read more »

Gangotri is a city in the Uttarakhand state of India. It is a city of pilgrimage for many, as the Ganges river begins in the Gangotri Glacier. Ganges is a goddess who was believed to take the form of a river so as to absolve the sins of King Bhagiratha's predecessors. read more »