| All across the globe, India is famous for its stunning | | | | 3) Khajuraho Temples |
| historical monuments all which reflect rich cultural | | | | These sandstone temples dating back to the 10th |
| heritage. This is mainly due to the fact that all | | | | and 11th century are the only ones that remain out |
| through the past, India has been ruled by many | | | | of 85 temples constructed during that time. Mostly, |
| different rulers, all of whom have left their mark in | | | | there are 3 groups of temples; the western temples, |
| the country. Therefore, year after year thousands of | | | | the eastern temples and the southern temples. The |
| national and international tourists tour India simply to | | | | western group temples are the main ones that |
| see the beautiful masterpieces of ancient times. | | | | feature the wonderful Kandariya Mahadeo Temple. |
| Though there are many places across the country | | | | On the other hand, the eastern group contains a |
| which you can visit while holidaying in India, | | | | number of elegantly sculptured Jain temples. |
| nevertheless, the following are the most preferred | | | | However, there are only two temples in the southern |
| tourist destinations that you should not miss at any | | | | group. |
| cost. | | | | 4) Ajanta and Ellora Caves |
| 1) Taj Mahal | | | | These historical masterpieces are carved from hillside |
| The first and the foremost place to visit is the Taj | | | | rocks and contain paintings and sculptures. There are |
| Mahal. Beautifully designed, this masterpiece situated | | | | 29 caves at Ajanta which date from 2nd century BC |
| on the banks of river Yamuna houses the tomb of | | | | to 6th century AD whereas Ellora has 34 caves |
| Mumtaz Mahal, the wife of Mughal emperor Shah | | | | dating between 6th to 11th centuries AD. All the |
| Jahan. He had built this monument as an expression | | | | caves at Ajanta depict Buddhist culture whereas the |
| of his love for his wife. Built in the year 1653 AD, the | | | | caves at Ellora are a mixture of Hindu, Buddhist and |
| Taj Mahal is made up of white marbles carved with | | | | Jain culture. |
| intrinsic designs. It took around 22 years and 20,000 | | | | 5) Fatehpur Sikri |
| workers to be built and looks the best when seen | | | | Though presently, the Fatehpur Sikri has a deserted |
| under moonlit night. So, do not miss this piece of | | | | look, it was once the proud capital of the Mughal |
| amazing workmanship while in India. | | | | Empire during the 16th century. Established by |
| 2) Hampi | | | | Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri was formed from the |
| Hampi, presently a village, was once the capital of | | | | twin villages of Fatehpur and Sikri. The emperor did |
| Vijayanagar Empire, a famous Hindu conglomerate. It | | | | this to pay a tribute to the famous Sufi saint, Sheikh |
| has some captivating remains of the ancient | | | | Salim Chishti when he accurately predicted the birth |
| civilization, interestingly intermingled with large | | | | of his son. |
| boulders that rise up all across the region. These | | | | With a history spanning for over 3000 years, India |
| remains which date back to around the 14th century, | | | | has always been renowned worldwide for its |
| stretches almost for 25 about kilometers. However, | | | | culturally rich heritage. In addition to the lofty |
| there are more than 500 monuments present in this | | | | mountains and fascinating sand dunes, the age old |
| small stretch. Hampi has always been a highly | | | | historical monuments of India have managed to |
| important religious place due to the presence of the | | | | attract a large number of tourists from across the |
| Virupaksha Temple. This ancient temple, built in the | | | | world. Visiting these places will leave you with lasting |
| name of Lord Vishnu has a main hall with 56 pillars | | | | memories that you will cherish throughout your |
| that makes musical sound when struck. | | | | lifetime. |