Forts

Building an apartment takes 3 to 4 years, that too with all the advanced technologies! Just imagine how they would have constructed marine forts and palaces in an ancient era? First of all, it is still puzzling how they built such ...

Chittorgarh Fort is located on the banks of Berach river, in Rajasthan. This fort is on a hilltop and is one of the most visited tourist spots in the state. It is also one of the largest fort complexes in India. ...

Agra is one of the best travel destinations in India. Beyond the iconic Taj Mahal, there are several other tourist attractions that are worth visiting here. One among them is the  Agra Fort. Located quite close to Taj Mahal, Agra Fort ...

It so happens that the second son of a provincial king decides to leave his father's kingdom as he cannot succeed the throne or have any important position in the kingdom. Amidst the arid planes of Thar Desert, he establishes a ...

Maybe, most provincial rulers are forgotten after a time but they resurface through the architectures they have built. In a way, these rulers are immortal through the magnificent structures that mark our lands. Each fort, castle, temple, mosque, etc. belonging to ...

Vedas has been held as the source of inspiration for Indian culture. They can be rightly called the treasure-trove of Hindu religion, tradition and culture. Karimnagar in Telangana has been a key centre for Vedic learning since ancient times. The criss-crossing ...

It has undergone several changes from being Tranquebar to Tharagambadi. Once a busy port and a famous Danish Colony, Tharagambadi is now an offbeat tourist place in Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu. The tranquil and colonial ambience of Tharagambadi attracts many travellers. Ancient ...

Sindhudurg fort in Maharashtra - A floating giant! Have you ever seen a mighty fort floating in the blue buzzing sea? Sindhudurg fort in Maharashtra, one among the many forts built by the great Chhatrapati Shivaji, is a fusion of elegance ...

Imagine that you are driving past a jungle and suddenly you bump into an exotic old fort! Especially for the adventure seekers and heritage lovers it is like an 'icing on the cake'! True, the rustic charm of an ancient fort ...

The provincial kingdoms of India are the main reason for the existence of several palaces and forts across the country. Some structures have challenged the time and stand with all grandeur while many have depleted over the years. Now let us ...

How can we rule out a place which was ruled by several great dynasties? It must have been an excellent strategic location that attracted Ashoka, the Great to Vijayanagara rulers and the British! Yes, a visit to Gooty Fort will take ...

All stories don't have to be real; it is enough if they are interesting! The manner in which a story relates to a place or a period gives it more fame. Interesting legend of Shila Devi Temple located in Amer Fort ...