Historical Places in India To Visit On Independence Day

By Archisha Yadav | August 14, 2024

India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, raised the national flag here on 15 August 1947, marking the country's independence. It remains a symbol of India's freedom.

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Red Fort, Delhi

Known as Kala Pani, in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, this jail held Indian freedom fighters in harsh conditions. Today, it stands as a reminder of their sacrifices.

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Cellular Jail

Located in Amritsar, this garden commemorates the 1919 massacre where hundreds of Indians were killed. It remains a symbol of the struggle for freedom.

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Jallianwala Bagh

Mahatma Gandhi's residence and the starting point of the 1930 Dandi March, this ashram symbolises India's nonviolent struggle for independence.

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Sabarmati Ashram

Built to honour Indian soldiers who died in World War I, India Gate is now a symbol of national pride and a site for commemorations.

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India Gate, Delhi

 Raj Ghat is the place where Mahatma Gandhi's last rites were performed after his assassination in 1948, marking it as a site of deep reverence.

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Raj Ghat, Delhi

The fort where Rani Lakshmi Bai made her last stand against British forces in 1857. It is a symbol of India's first war of independence.

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Jhansi Fort,

The birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, Porbandar is home to his childhood residence and the Kirti Temple, now museums honouring his legacy.

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Porbandar, Gujarat

The site where Mahatma Gandhi launched the 1930 Salt March, a key event in India's fight for independence. Dandi is a historic symbol of nonviolent protest.

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Dandi, Gujarat

This border with Pakistan features sites like the Jaisalmer War Museum and border posts, reminding visitors of the bravery of Indian soldiers.

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Jaisalmer Border