Found 97 Articles for Tourist Places

Rani-ki-Vav (literally translated as Queen’s step-well) is a UNESCO world heritage site located in Patan which is about 140 kilometers from Ahmadabad City. Rani-ki-Vav is an example of magnificence in architecture with equal importance given to intricate details. Today, Rani-ki-Vav attracts a major footfall of tourists from India and aboard.Rani-ki-Vav holds a great amount of historical and architectural significance which can be understood through these points:Step-well Culture − Due to the scarcity of water and irregular rainfall patterns, there was a need to construct to wells that could help people fetch water in greater depths. Hence, the step-well culture developed ... Read More

Mahabalipuram is located about 55 kilometers from Chennai. The historical coastal site derives its name from Mamallapuram. Narasimhavaram I of the Pallava dynasty is considered to be the architect of this city who contributed to the construction of the Shore Temple and other architectural structures. Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) is mentioned in several texts like the Periplus of Erythrean Sea and writers like Hieun Tsang described it as an important port in the eastern coast.There are some monuments that hold historical significance and are elaborated in the following points:Five Monoliths (Pancha Rathas)The Pancharathas are free-standing monolithic temples and are one of the ... Read More

Konark Sun Temple is a classic example of Orissan Temple with its grandeur popular in the whole world and marking the efflorescence in the architecture of Orissa. It actually serves a testimonial of unmatched imagination and extreme dedication and efforts of the artists to construct this monument. Sir John Marshall remarked ‘I think there is no monument in Hindustan that is at once so stupendous and proportionate at the same time like the black pagoda of Konark’.Some of the important points about the Konark Sun Temple can be understood under the following heads.ArchitectureThe symbolism and significance of the temple revolve ... Read More

Madurai is a vibrant city in South India which displays a blend of historical legends and modern trends. Each lane of this city has a popular eatery or a temple ranging from the small ones to large compounds. One can explore different places in Madurai owing to its religious, historical and cultural significance.But there are places that cannot be skipped for a worthy visit in this city such asSri Meenakshi Temple − Sri Meenakshi Temple of Madurai is the soul of the city which crowns its glory. Built in the Dravida style (of architecture), the complex of the temple with ... Read More

Mysore is truly a delight for any tourist and offers a series of sites of historical, natural or religious importance for the tourists. It is called the land of Tipu Sultan and one can truly feel History coming alive in Mysore.List of places recommended to a tourist in Mysore are:Mysore Maharaja Palace − Built in the Indo-Saracenic form of architecture, the Mysore Maharaja Palace brings in the combination of beauty at the macro as well as micro level. A visit to the palace gives a royal experience to the tourist at each step and in each corner. The royal durbars ... Read More

Qutub Minar located in the Qutub complex in New Delhi is one of the many historical and magnificent monuments in the capital city of New Delhi. It is located adjacent to the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque and is considered as its name suggests is the pillar of faith. The site is protected by the Archaeological Survey of India and the entry fee to the complex is Rs.10 and Rs.250 for Indians and foreigners respectively.Some significant aspects of the monument are −Highest tower − With a height of 72.5 meters Qutub Minar is the highest stone tower in India. It was constructed as ... Read More

In India, the tradition of excavating caves began during the period of Ashoka and the earliest examples of these have been the Lomasha Rishi Caves in the Barabar Hills. There are various sites like Ajanta, Ellora, Kanheri, Karla, Bhaje, Mangi-Tungi, Udaygiri-Khandagiri where one can find fine examples of Jain, Buddhist and Hindu Cave Architecture.The Elephanta Caves are considered to be a contribution by the Kalachuris and the latest rules to contribute were the Rashtrakutas. The caves are located about 10 kilometers away from Mumbai. It is one of the UNESCO recognized World Heritage Site in India.Elephanta Caves holds its significance ... Read More

Delhi is till date the city of India that keeps the fervor of being the historical and political capital alive. Called ‘Dil-e-Hindustan’ (the Heart of India), each lane and corner of this city have a cultural spirit with it. Delhi has been etched as the important city for many turning points in the history of India.Considering all these facts about Delhi, there are some key places which one cannot miss out as a tourist in this wonderful city.Qutub Minar − Qutub Minar and the allied monuments in the Qutub Complex are the examples of intricate architecture that has resisted different ... Read More

Sanchi is a monument located in Madhya Pradesh about 9 kilometers from Vidisha. This is a town which gains its significance due to the Buddhist Stupas which are the structures (hemispherical in shape) containing the relics of Gautama Buddha and his followers. The site of Sanchi is open to visitors from sunrise to sunset.Historical Background − It was built by the Mauryan Emperor, Ashoka. The site actually was considered ideal, due to its hill-top view. It built due to the strong foundation of the newly aroused zeal of Buddhism. Ashoka took to Buddhism after the Kalinga war and propagated what ... Read More

The rock shelters located of Bhimbetka located in the state of Madhya Pradesh holds a very important place in pre-historic studies with over 300 paintings in the site of Bhimbetka. The site of Bhimbetka has stood the test of time and remains an important testimony to the human activities that happened hundred thousands of years ago.These paintings help in understanding the life of a pre-historic man. The credit for its discovery goes to VS Wakankar. Bhimbetka as a site is blessed with the extraordinary natural environment. It is still home to a variety of flora and fauna which had indirectly ... Read More