India is famous for its culture and heritage and many historic places have been listed as World Heritage for its culture by UNESCO. It is worth taking a trip to some of the places of historic importance as it not only increases knowledge but also gives a different experience along with providing an opportunity to know the rich history of India. Some of the places include
Taj Mahal: It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is one of the most beautiful monument every created. It is located in Agra on the bank of the Jamuna River. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to commemorate his love for hos wife Mumtaz. It is made of white marbel and took 22yreas to build it.
Hampi: Hampi was the last capital of Vijaynagar, which was India’s largest Hindu empire. The ruins can be found here which covers over 25 km and has 500 monuments. The architecture that prevailed during the 14th century can be witnessed here.
Khajoraho Temples: Located in Madhya Pradesh, the Kajuraho temples are famous for sculptures. The idols that are sculptured in the walls of the temples are depicts sensuality. It is famous for erotic sculptures. The temples also provide an experience of ancient Hindu faith and tantric practices.
Ajanta and Ellora Caves: The Ajanta and Ellora caves are carved into hillside rock. There are about 34 caves at Ellora that traits back between the 6th and 11th centuries AD, and 29 caves at Ajanta that traits back to between the 2nd century BC and 6th century AD. The caves of Ajanta are famous for paintings and sculptures and the caves of Ellora are famous for its architecture.
Fatehpur Sikri: Fatehpur Sikri was the capital of Mughal Empire. Every structure is constructed out of red sandstone and is full of royal palaces and courtyards. A visit to this place gives the feeling of medieval India.
Taj Mahal: It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is one of the most beautiful monument every created. It is located in Agra on the bank of the Jamuna River. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to commemorate his love for hos wife Mumtaz. It is made of white marbel and took 22yreas to build it.
Hampi: Hampi was the last capital of Vijaynagar, which was India’s largest Hindu empire. The ruins can be found here which covers over 25 km and has 500 monuments. The architecture that prevailed during the 14th century can be witnessed here.
Khajoraho Temples: Located in Madhya Pradesh, the Kajuraho temples are famous for sculptures. The idols that are sculptured in the walls of the temples are depicts sensuality. It is famous for erotic sculptures. The temples also provide an experience of ancient Hindu faith and tantric practices.
Ajanta and Ellora Caves: The Ajanta and Ellora caves are carved into hillside rock. There are about 34 caves at Ellora that traits back between the 6th and 11th centuries AD, and 29 caves at Ajanta that traits back to between the 2nd century BC and 6th century AD. The caves of Ajanta are famous for paintings and sculptures and the caves of Ellora are famous for its architecture.
Fatehpur Sikri: Fatehpur Sikri was the capital of Mughal Empire. Every structure is constructed out of red sandstone and is full of royal palaces and courtyards. A visit to this place gives the feeling of medieval India.