By Khushi thakur june 19, 2024
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Nalanda Mahavihara, an archaeological site where ruins of classrooms and stupas are still present. It is situated in Bihar and was a renowned residential university in the 5th and 12th centuries CE. Many scholars and students from around the world come to be a part of the university.
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Rajasthan is the land of forts and kings, presenting us with majestic hill forts. The fort is built on a hilltop that provides natural defence from the enemy and gives a majestic and powerful look to the fort.
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Ramappa Temple situated in Telangana, is a masterpiece of Kakatiya craftsmanship. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and was built in the 13th century is renowned for its architectural ingenuity. The use of lightweight bricks and floating pillars is what makes it a unique temple.
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Ellora Caves, a group of caves carved into the Charanandri Hills of Maharashtra that date back to the 6th to 11th centuries CE, represent three major religions - Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism. The cave has several sculptures and paintings carved into it that depict the stories.
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The Konark Sun Temple, situated in Odisha, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This temple, dedicated to the Sun God Surya, was built in the 13th century. The temple has a giant chariot, with wheels, horses, and a towering chariot structure that is carved out from stone.
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Nestled in the Western Himalayas located in Uttrakhand, this valley is renowned for beautiful flowers and it displays ethereal natural beauty. The park is also home to rare and endangered animals.
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This UNESCO site is located in Tamil Nadu, renowned for its rock-cut monuments and temples, the site includes the caves, Shore Temple, and Pancha Rathas (Five Chariots). The Pallava dynasty has done this wonderful architecture.
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West Ghats gives a magnificent view of one of the "hottest hotspots" of biological diversity, these Ghats are even older than the Himalayas and home to species of flora and fauna.
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Rani ki Vav (The Queen's Stepwell) is located in Gujarat, is the stepwell that was build for queen in 11 century. Is renowned for its cultural significance and exquisite carvings that depicting mythological and religious imagery
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The Mountain Railways of India are a network of three mountain railways: the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, and the Kalka-Shimla Railway. These railways, built in the late 19th century, display marvel engineering.