Victoria Memorial, a beautiful historical landmark of Kolkata, constructed to honour the late Queen Victoria and her 63 years of realm. The grand white Makrana marble made construction is still carrying all the essence of great Victorian era.
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Writers’ Building Kolkata has gone through several phases in past 240 years to become the administrative power house of Kolkata. How the building expanded from one block to 13 block small township with different phases of construction is worth knowing indeed.
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The archaeological site of Chandraketugarh confirms the existence of civilization 3000 years back. Read about the findings from the site, even before arrival of the Aryans in Bengal. Read about the findings from the site.
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Fatehpur Sikri was not only glorified during the reign of Akbar. Historic evidences reveal that history of Fatehpur Sikri or, the village of Sikri is more than thousand years old. Read here.
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Konark Sun Temple features among the top 10 heritage temple architectures of Odisha, India. The gorgeous 13th century monument describes the chariot of Hindu god of Sun. The architectural marvel is also regarded among the oldest Sun temples surviving in India. But the most famous part of Konark Sun Temple is the intricate artwork. In short, Konark Sun Temple is a magnificent blend of incredible history, remarkable architecture and exquisite artwork.
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Mysore Palace of Mysore is famous for it’s amazing beauty. But it also has more than 100 years of history still waiting to be explored.
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Red Fort (Lal Quila) has lost most of it’s glory but still remains attraction for visitors. Most of precious jewels and artworks either looted or destroyed. But it still remains a place of pride for every Indian. Read the most interesting historic facts of the Red Fort in Delhi.
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Junagarh fort of Bikaner is just another amazing forts in Rajasthan. It is carrying great historical values you must know. If you are visiting Bikaner or planning for it, then book one day to visit the largest fort of Bikaner.
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Vijay Stambha is an amazing victory monument constructed by Rana Kumbha, the King of Mewar. Vijay Stambha is actually the common name of the tower. The actual name, is however, Kirti Stambha (or, Kirtistambha) or the Tower of Victory.
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Kumbhalgarh Fort was a strategic place to refuge for the Royal family of Mewar. It is carrying history of many battles, survivals and turn arounds of Mewar kingdom.
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Lingaraj Temple is one of the most ancient temples in Odisha. It is also famous for it’s amazing history, legends and fabulous architecture.
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Jagannath Temple of Puri is one of the most iconic Hindu temples in Odisha. Although the state of Odisha is extremely rich with old ancient temples, but Puri Jagannath Temple has a very high reputation in the eastern India. The famous Hindu temple also counts among the oldest temples in Odisha. Beside its religious reputations, Puri Jagannath teample is a represntation of fabulous Kalinga architectural style and culture with a rich history of almost 900 years. Jagannath Temple is also famous for Puri Ratha Yatra, one of the oldest Hindu cultural and religious festivals in India.
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Agrasen ki Baoli, the rebuilt stepwell in 14th century during the Tuglaq period, is believed to be a haunted place in New Delhi, India.
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Adalaj stepwell history often connects to the tragic story of Queen Rudabai of Dandai Desh. History apart, the beauty of Indo-Islamic architecture of 16th century is worth visiting.
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Dada Harir Vav, the stepwell near Ahmedabad, Gujarat was made during 15th century by Dhai Harir Sultani, a household lady of Mahmud Begada.
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