India is a land surrounded by wonders, whose fans are not only us and you, but people from abroad also come here to see the immense beauty. You must know very well about the 7 wonders of the world, now through this article, know about the 7 wonders of India, which you must see once in your life.
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Taj Mahal in Agra – Taj Mahal in Agra in Hindi
The Taj Mahal is a beautiful structure looking white like ivory’s teeth. The Taj Mahal was built in 1653 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan after the death of his beloved wife Mumtaz, which took about 22 years to build with the help of 20,000 workers, artisans and even 1,000 elephants. This structure present in Agra is inspired by Persian and Mughal architecture. Taj Mahal is not only one of the wonders of India, but it is also included in the 7 wonders of the world. It is quite famous among local tourists as well as foreign tourists.
These 8 very beautiful and popular places are present around Agra, can reach here in just a few hours
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Golden Temple in Amritsar – Golden Temple in Amritsar
Sri Harmandir Sahib, popularly known as ‘The Golden Temple’, an important place of worship for the Sikh community, was built around a water pool from the years 1585 to 1604. It is located in Amritsar and is one of the most sacred Gurudwaras. It was designed by Guru Arjan, the fifth Sikh Guru. It consists of a collection of buildings surrounding the holy site which houses offices, museums and a small Sikh group that runs the kitchen. The Adi Granth, the holy book of the Sikhs, is installed inside the temple and also houses the Akal Takht, one of the five Takhts.
From Golden Temple to Jallianwala Bagh, know more what you can see in 2 day Amritsar Trip
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Hampi Temple in Hampi – Hampi Temple in Hampi
Hampi is a temple town situated amidst the ruins of Vijayanagara, Karnataka. It is a collection of all ancient Hindu temples, which shows about the rich cultural heritage of the region. It was part of the ancient Indian kingdom of Vijayanagara, the reign of which was known for its art and culture. There are some famous temples like Virupaksha Temple, Queen’s Bath and Vitala Temple Complex.
If you are planning to visit Hampi, then definitely include these beautiful places in your list.
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Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh – Khajuraho Temple in Madhya Pradesh
Located in the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, the Khajuraho Group of Monuments is a vast complex of Jain and Hindu temples. These monuments were built in the 9th century by the rulers of the Chandela dynasty. The place is famous for Nagara architecture and erotic sculptures. By the 12th century there were about 85 temples on the site, of which only 20 remain. The group of temples honors both Hindu and Jain traditions.
Indore is the heart of Madhya Pradesh, the perfect place for a one to two day trip, you can also plan on weekends
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Nalanda University in Bihar – Nalanda University in Bihar
Situated 95 km from Patna, the capital city of Bihar, Nalanda University was a world-renowned center of learning during the reign of the Gupta Empire and later became during the reign of Kinvardhan, Harshavardhana. It is inspired by highly organized methods of Vedic education, which was attended by many scholars from various regions, including China, Korea, Central Asia and Tibet, but was destroyed by Muslim forces in the 12th century AD.
These are the best 7 best destinations of Bihar, if you are planning to visit, then definitely go here
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Victoria Memorial in Kolkata – Victoria Memorial in Kolkata
As a relic of the British Raj in India in Kolkata, this palace is dedicated to the memory of Queen Victoria. The architecture of the palace is a mixture of British, Mughal, Egyptian and Islamic elements. After seeing the palace, you can also take a walk in the garden. There are many ancient paintings, artifacts and monuments inside the palace which you must visit. You can visit this palace between 5:30 am to 6:15 pm except on Mondays and national holidays.
Planning a road trip, why not enjoy these road trips from Kolkata this weekend
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Hawa Mahal in Jaipur – Hawa Mahal in Jaipur
Located in the Pink City of Jaipur, Hawa Mahal is the most visited place by tourists. It is built with pink and red sandstone, which gives a royal look to the monument. The palace has M953 jharokhas, as well as five storeys in the palace. Let us tell the history lovers that this palace was built by Maharaja Pratap Sawai Singh to entertain the women of the royal house. Women used to see the beauty of the city from the windows, as well as enjoy the folk music happening.