Monuments

Sirpur has been known to people for the past 60 odd years as a treasure trove of archaeology. A series of excavations were conducted in the 1950s and 60s which brought out Buddhist viharas and Shiva temples which were hidden in ...

To many, museums may pass off as one of the most boring places to visit. But little do they know that the amount of information and treasure found within the four walls of these structures are priceless. Some of the museums ...

One would have visited numerous monuments during the daylight hours, but have you ever thought of visiting them at night? Some of the monuments in India offer sound and light shows after sunset. These shows help you get a better understanding ...

Ready to explore more of the Bahmani Kingdom? If so, all you have to do is hit the road on NH 218 to Humnabad and then proceed to SH 19 which would take you to the city of Bidar. Located at ...

India is the abode of rich culture and heritage, and the true reflections of these can be seen in the numerous historic sites, edifices, landscapes and monuments which are spread across the country. One such structural marvel which reflects the true ...

Kanpur is a historical place which is blanketed with royal and divine tales. The name of Kanpur has a very prominent story to narrate from Mahabharata. It is believed that Duryodhana gifted this land to Karna for his bravery when compared ...

The state of Rajasthan is home to many fascinating traditions which date back to several hundred years. The state is well known for its beautiful palaces, forts, the Thar Desert and much more. While Jaipur, Udaipur, etc. are some of the ...

An English writer and philosopher GK Chesterton said about war, "a true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him". Each year, on the 26th of July India celebrates ...

Originally named as Prayag or the place of offerings, Allahabad is considered as one of the most important and holiest pilgrimage spots for the followers of Hinduism in the country. The city is home to the confluence of the three rivers, ...

The island of Divar is situated on the banks of the Mandovi river in Goa and is the abode of fascinating people and cultures. The history of the island dates back to a time when Divar was home to a large ...

Fatehpur Sikri was the flourishing capital of the Mughal Emperor Akbar till 1585, when the city was abandoned due to the proximity of the area to the Rajputana neighbourhood and scarcity of water. The capital was shifted back to Agra and ...

The city of dreams, Mumbai never fails to amaze each one of us. Every time one thinks that one knows everything about the city, which includes its food, streets and its history, something would for sure pop out of nowhere and ...