The document provides descriptions of famous landmarks and historical sites across India, including the Taj Mahal, India Gate, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Red Fort, Akshardham Temple, Agra Fort, Jantar Mantar, City Palace, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Hawa Mahal, Golden Temple, Amber Fort, Birla Temple, Gateway of India, Jal Mahal, Victoria Memorial, Meenaskshi Temple, Khajuraho, Lake Palace, Lotus Mahal, Panch Mahal, and Mysore Palace. For each landmark, a brief description is given along with an image.

2. Taj Mahal, Agra
A Tribute to Beauty is a "symbol of eternal love, regarded as one of the eight
wonders of the world it is built entirely of white marble and seems to glow in
the light of the full moon. Like a jewel, the Taj sparkles in moonlight when the
semi-precious stones inlaid into the white marble on the main mausoleum catch
the glow of the moon.
Img by Raphael Fauveau

3. India Gate, Delhi
Gateway made of Sand Stone is very dominating and intimidating in its outlook.
The interesting thing about the Delhi gate is that it has its century old wooden
locking system. The system is very complex and thus it had remained unused
since the times of British
Img by Shashwat Nagpal

4. Lotus Temple, Delhi
Located in the south of Delhi, it is lotus shaped and has rightly been given the
name. It is open to all faiths and is an ideal place for meditation and obtaining
peace and tranquility.
Img by Vandelizer

5. Qutub Minar, Delhi
Famed as the highest brick minaret of the world, Highest brick tower in the
world This ornate tower is now an eminent member of the World Heritage
Site community
Img by thovie333

6. Humayun's Tomb, Delhi
It is a magnificent architecture , the first garden-tomb to be built in India,
based on the description of Islamic paradise gardens, is known to have
inspired the Taj Mahal
Humayun's Tomb is a magnificent architecture , the first
garden-tomb to be built in India, ased on the description of
Islamic paradise gardens, is known to have inspired the Taj
Mahal
Img by bunnicula

7. Red Fort, Delhi
Delhi's famous Red Fort is known by that name because of the red stone with
which it is built and it is one of the most magnificent palaces in the world,
famous for its delicately carved inlaid and Royal chambers
Img by js42

8. Akshardham Temple, Delhi
It is world’s largest Hindu temple The monument is a fusion of several
architectural styles of pink stone and pure white marble. Pink stone symbolizes
devotion in eternal bloom and white marble of absolute purity and eternal
peace. It is one of the wonders of the modern world, and the wonders of modern
India.
Img by Russbowling

9. Agra Fort, Agra
It is the most important fort in India. The great Mughals emperors lived here,
and the country was governed from here. It contained the largest state treasury
and mint. It was visited by foreign ambassadors, travelers and the highest
dignitaries who participated in the making of history in India.
Img by michael clarke stuff

10. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur
It is the largest stone observatory in the World The observatory has fourteen
statistical instruments for measuring time, predicting eclipses and to ascertain
other astronomical events
Img by Carlton Browne

11. City Palace, Jaipur
It houses number of palaces inside the complex. including an art gallery and a
rich collection of some rare items. the museum inside has a rich collection of
royal costumes, folk embroidery, rare and invaluable (Kashmiri) Shawls, silk
saris .
Img by Wonker

12. Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur
It is one of the world's largest private residences. Construction of Umaid
Bhawan employed more than 5000 men for fifteen years. It is designed in such a
manner that it always maintains the temperature at approximately 23 degrees
Celsius.
Img by Travayegeur

13. Hawa Mahal, Jaipur
It is also konoan as “Palace of Winds “ is the most sensational monument in the
city of Jaipur. was originally constructed to offer women of the court an upper
hand, so that they can watch the activities taking place in the bazaar and the
surrounding streets it is shaped like a pyramid and is a five-storied building,
with number of small windows and screens, with arched roofs .
Img by saturnism

14. Golden Temple, Amritsar
One of the most famous religious places in India. Located in the city of Amritsar,
its name literally means House of God. , richly ornamented with marble
sculptures, golden gilding, and large quantities of precious stones it is a place of
both stupendous beauty and sublime peacefulness
Img by voobie

15. Amber fort, Jaipur
It is located in Jaipur, all-built in white marble and red sandstone it looks
stunning. The intricate carvings on the walls and ceilings simply astonish the
visitors. The minute mirror work adds to the grand appearance and royalty of
the halls it is renowned for its glorious past, huge silver lions and silver doors.
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16. Birla Temple, Delhi
It is a famous temple of Hindus in New Delhi. The temple was inaugurated by
Mahatma Gandhi and took six years to complete. It is a landmark in the history
of modern Indian architecture. The walls of the entire complex exhibit paintings
of the artists from Jaipur. An artificial mountainous landscape, with fountains
and waterfalls, has been created as the backdrop of the temple.
Img by soham pablo

17. Gateway of India, Mumbai
Mumbai's most famous monument, this is the starting point for most tourists
who want to explore the city. The last of the British ships that set sail for
England left from the Gateway. Behind the arch, there are steps leading down to
the water.
Img by zadeus

18. Jal Mahal, Jaipur
It is noted for its sophisticated design and grand architecture. The Palace was
developed as a pleasure spot and was used for the royal duck shooting parties.
It is a five-story palace, with the first four floors being submerged under water
Img by soylentgreen 23

19. Victoria Memorial, Kolkatta
It was built to commemorate Queen Victoria’s 25-year reign over India It
currently serves as a museum. it is a majestic white marble building surrounded
by a sprawling garden. A black bronze Angel of Victory, holding a bugle in her
hand is placed at the apex of the dome
Img by travel with soumen

20. Meenaskshi Temple, Madurai
One of the largest temple complexes in India, the grandeur of the Meenakshi
temple has remained undiminished for the past two thousand years. It has 12
gateways, ranging in height from 45 to 50 m, the tallest being the southern one.
The southern gateway is beautifully proportioned and is nine stories high,
crowded with the images of gods, goddesses. in brilliant colors.
Img by mckaysavage

21. Khajuraho - Land of The Moon God
Situated in Madhya Pradesh, India, Khajuraho oozes with passion, eroticism,
dance and music and other finesses of creative arts depicted in sculpture and
images of the temples
Img by psykedelic

22. Lake Palace, Udaipur
This palace is situated on an island, in the middle of Lake Pichola. Constructed
in white marble, it is one of the most mesmerizing palaces there are a number of
apartments within the palace itself. Ornamented with painted mirrors, inlaid
stones, cusped arched and lotus leaves, the rooms in these apartments bring
back the memories of the bygone royal era.
Img by dizznan

23. Lotus Mahal, Hampi
It is designed as a place of relaxation for the queen; it is called the Lotus Mahal
because there is a lotus carved in the centre of the ceiling. However, it seems to
also suit its name as, set in the middle of a well-kept lawn and glowing golden in
the sunshine, it appears like an exquisite flower.
Img by 4ocima

24. Panch Mahal
It was basically a pleasure palace of emperor Akbar. He primarily used it for
relaxation and entertainment purpose. The structure has been so designed that
each story is pillared and is smaller than the other as you move upwards. While
no less than 84 columns support the ground floor, the uppermost domed floor
has only 4 columns.
Img by soham

25. Mysore Palace, Mysore
It is a sight not to be missed when it is illuminated on Sundays and festive occasions..
The palace complex includes twelve Hindu temples. The palace houses several rooms
of importance. which are Royal wedding hall, public hall where the general
population could meet the king at prescribed times with petitions. And an armory,
which contains a collection of different types of arms used by the members of the
royal family.
Img by RedEyedRex