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India Tourism – Explore Architectural Wonders of India
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Sep-02-2011
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India is a culturally rich and diverse country. It is worldwide acclaimed for its unique diverse cultural and geographical features.
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India is a culturally rich and diverse country. It is worldwide acclaimed for its unique diverse cultural and geographical features. It has varied tourism options. One of the most sought after tourism options available in this country is cultural & heritage tourism. The most preferred way to enjoy best charm of cultural & heritage tourism in this country exploring its many architectural wonders and magnificent monuments. Here is brief information about some of the most sought after and fascinating architectural wonders of India you will love to visit and see on your India tour.
Taj Mahal: Taj Mahal is a magnificent monument in Agra in Uttar Pradesh. It is one of the most beautiful monuments in the world and praised for its architectural brilliance in graceful white marble. Famed as the Symbol of Love it is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is also a world heritage site declared by UNESCO.
Golden Fort: Golden Fort is located in Jaisalmer in Rajasthan. Also known as the Sonar Kila the fort complex houses many exquisite Jain Temples, splendid havelis and majestic gateways. It is one of the largest forts in the world. It is considered as one of the seven architectural wonders of India.
Red Fort: Red Fort (also called Lal Quila) is a magnificent fort in New Delhi, the capital city of India. It is also a world heritage site declared by UNESCO. The fort complex houses many beautiful buildings and magnificent structures. Light & Sound Show is organized in evening at the premise of the fort complex. This magnificent fort never fails to lure visitors with its architectural beauty. It was built by mughal emperor Shah Jahan – the builder of the Taj Mahal in Agra. It is also one of the seven architectural wonders of India.
Meenakshi Temple: Meenakshi Amman Temple is a famous Hindu temple and architectural wonder of India located in Madurai city in Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The temple complex is known for its magnificent gopurams. It is also one of the seven wonders of India.
Khajuraho Temple: Khajuraho Group of Temples / Monuments is a world heritage site declared by UNESCO. It is located in Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. Erotic sculptures and stunning carvings are key attraction of the temple complex.
Ajanta & Ellora Caves in Aurangabad (Maharashtra), Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya (Bihar), Mahabalipuram Group of Monuments in Tamil Nadu, Konark Sun Temple in Orissa, Nalanda Ancient University in Nalanda (Bihar), Golden Temple in Amritsar (Punjab), etc are some other architectural wonders of India which play a vital role in boos of India tourism. These architectural monuments have been key attractions of almost India Tourism Packages especially designed for cultural and heritage tourism in the country.
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Article Source :
http://www.articleseen.com/Article_India Tourism – Explore Architectural Wonders of India_78777.aspx
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Author Resource :
Michael John is an eminent analyst and writer in tour and travel guide related topics. He has authored many books on Travel guide for Tourism in india and India Tourism. Now he is rendering his services.
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Keywords :
india tourism packages, tourism in India, India tourism,
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Travel and Leisure
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Travel and Leisure
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