Some incredible monuments to visit in India .
As India is world known for its dynamic culture, also India’s incredibility resides in its rich heritage, monuments, and ancient artistic culture.
There are many monuments which Indians are proud of and the visitors are amazed by their outstanding beauty, a marvelous form of architecture and with the technology which was present at that time in India when another world cannot even think of making such an incredible piece of beauty.
There are uncountable spots in India that leave you amazed but to beat the clock here are some must-visits for you.
- Nalanda University , Bihar
- Sun Temple, Konark
- Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
- Hampi , Karnataka
- Sanchi Stupa,Sanchi
- Mysore Palace, Mysore
- Khajuraho Temple
- Golden Temple, Amritsar
Nalanda University, Bihar:
So taking you to the most prestigious and well-known center from where the excellence very 1st started, an ancient “vidya ghar” not only for Indians but for foreigners as well.
Nalanda University was the 2nd largest university in the world, with multi-story buildings composed of the biggest library with absolutely no charges the study was totally free here.
Nalan”lotus”;da” symbol of knowledge.
It was tried to destroyed 3times but the final blow was given by Baktair Khilzi, the cruel human then king. It was said that the university burning continued to 3months, all the books contain the surplus amount of extraordinary knowledge got destroyed just by a single cruel and envious being.
Xuanzang (Hiuen Tsang) Chinese Buddhist traveler spent 2 long years at the monastery he came to during the time of Harsh Vardhan and describe his experience in his work.
The prestige of the university around the world was such that to crack the entrance exam of the university and get an opportunity to study here considered to be the best achievements one can ever achieve.
People not only from India but also from many famous countries around the globe like Japan, China, Persia, Tibet, Iran, Indonesia, etc come here to get the most precious skill “Knowledge”.
Sun temple ,Konark
Sun temple “Surya mandir” is situated in the northeast region of Puri, Odhisa.
As the name suggests the temple is dedicated to Lord Surya and well known for its incredible architecture.
The architecture is such that the sun rays reach the middle of the temple very 1st and it comes from 3different direction which by combining, forms image of the god of the sun.
Do make time to visit this site it’s architecture will leaves you amazed.
It is one among the UNESCO world heritages sites.
Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
Meenakshi another name of goddess Parvati wife of lord shiva it is also named as Minakshi-Sundareshwara temple where name Meenakshi is devoted to goddess Parvati and Sundareshwara is another name to denote Lord Shiva.
The temple is situated in Madurai city in Tamil Nadu state, is considered one among the oldest temples in India, and like any other temple, it Is also very well known for its marvelous architecture.
And it is also considered as one of the cleanest place as well.
The temple has its a mythological aspect as it is believed that lord shiva transformed himself as a handsome guy to marry Parvati and it Is also considered as the foremost attraction in south India and a tourist attraction as well.
The best time to visit is any time during the year but during “Tirukalyanam Festiva” the vibes this place contains are beyond words.
Hampi ,Karnataka
It is the collection of many incredible monuments in one place and it also comes in UNESCO world heritage site.
Hampi is a prosperous city located near the Tungabhadra River in rocky terrain.
It place contains the leftovers of Vijayanagra Empire.
It’s well known for its archaeological structure is one among the best tourist destinations and the best time to visit this place is anytime in a year.
Some well known incredible piece of art this place contains as a specialty are-
Musical Pillars
Archaeological Museum
Glimpse of Krishna and Ram’s era
Inverted tower
Ganesha Statue…etc.
Sanchi Stupa
The place the sacred heritage of India especially for people who follow Buddhism as it contains the relics of Buddha also his devotes.
It is sacred and also stands for it’s outstanding architectural work.
It is also another site given the status as UNESCO world heritage sites.
It was constructed by the king and one of the devotes of Buddhism “Great Ashoka”.
Location : Sanchi town , Madhya Pradesh
Mysore Palace
The palace is located in Mysore, Karnataka.
It is one of the symbolic representations of the prestige of the royal family of Mysuru.
Other name of the places contains it’s specialty i.e. “Wooden palace”.
British architect Henry Irwin gave his considerable contribution to the design of the palace.
This place attract a lot many tourist throughout the year.
Khajuraho temple
Again another famous site gets the UNESCO world heritage site recognization.
Temple is the collection of many monuments and located in the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh.
The temples here are made as nagara architectural designs and contain some really incredible erotic sculptures.
Golden Temple , Amritsar
Golden temple other name is Harmindar Sahib meaning “residence of supreme power “
It is a gurudwara in Amritsar Punjab and a sacred heritage site of sikhs.
Situated in the middle of the artificial water body and the name indicate the temple is actually made up of Gold.
Do make time to visit this sacred site in Amritsar the soothing vibes of this place give solace to your tempestuous heart.
Many places left undescribed along with the aforesaid made India –
“Incredible India”
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