The rich cultural past of India is reflected in the innumerable forts, palaces and other monuments across the country. Some of the famous forts are located in Indian states of Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharastra, Karnataka and Tamilnadu. Most forts were built as a defence mechanism to keep the enemy at bay.
On the other hand, most palaces were constructed in the name of kings and queens. The best example is the state of Rajasthan that is home to the forts and palace built in the yester years. The notable feature about each of the palaces are the exquisite carving work that has survived till date and still receives appreciation from people worldwide.
Forts and Palaces in South India:
Though south India is known for its temples, there are some majestic forts also that attract tourists on their tour of south India. Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala have a number of forts and a few palaces that you can visit on your tour of South India. Karnataka in particular has forts and palaces in and around Mysore. The forts in Kerala were built by the Dutch and British.
Forts and Palaces in West India:
Maharashtra and Goa in the west are not behind when it comes to the rich architectural heritage. Forts and palaces in Maharashtra are scattered across the state. In Goa too, the architectural heritage is sprinkled in different parts of Goa. There are various forts and churches that you can visit on your tour of Goa.
Forts and Palaces in South India:
Rajasthan's many havelis, old forts, places, temples, bazaars and fairs are a tourist's delight. From the forts of Jaipur, Jaisalmer and Jodhpur, to the havelis of Bikaner and Mandawa, Rajasthan is full of architectural wonders and natural beauty.
Ajmer is famous for the Dargah (mausoleum) of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, the Sufi saint revered by millions of Hindus and Muslims in India.
Pink City Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, was created as a highly planned city by maharaja Jai Singh in 1727 AD. The Jantar Mantar, built as an observatory by the Maharaja, is laid out in a complex grid, with very accurate instruments for gauging altitude and measuring planetary distances. The Hawa Mahal, the palace of the royal ladies, was built in 1799AD. Its sandstone façade, with latticed balconies, is a major tourist draw.
Jaisalmer city, in the southwestern Jaisalmer district, is famous for the Jaisalmer Fort. Built of special yellow sanstone found only in Jaisalmer district, the Fort shines like burnished gold when sunrays fall on it. Jaisalmer's havelis are also a must visit. The Patwon ki Haveli has carved pillars and walls with intricate murals.
On the other hand, most palaces were constructed in the name of kings and queens. The best example is the state of Rajasthan that is home to the forts and palace built in the yester years. The notable feature about each of the palaces are the exquisite carving work that has survived till date and still receives appreciation from people worldwide.
Forts and Palaces in South India:
Though south India is known for its temples, there are some majestic forts also that attract tourists on their tour of south India. Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala have a number of forts and a few palaces that you can visit on your tour of South India. Karnataka in particular has forts and palaces in and around Mysore. The forts in Kerala were built by the Dutch and British.
Forts and Palaces in West India:
Maharashtra and Goa in the west are not behind when it comes to the rich architectural heritage. Forts and palaces in Maharashtra are scattered across the state. In Goa too, the architectural heritage is sprinkled in different parts of Goa. There are various forts and churches that you can visit on your tour of Goa.
Forts and Palaces in South India:
Rajasthan's many havelis, old forts, places, temples, bazaars and fairs are a tourist's delight. From the forts of Jaipur, Jaisalmer and Jodhpur, to the havelis of Bikaner and Mandawa, Rajasthan is full of architectural wonders and natural beauty.
Ajmer is famous for the Dargah (mausoleum) of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, the Sufi saint revered by millions of Hindus and Muslims in India.
Pink City Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, was created as a highly planned city by maharaja Jai Singh in 1727 AD. The Jantar Mantar, built as an observatory by the Maharaja, is laid out in a complex grid, with very accurate instruments for gauging altitude and measuring planetary distances. The Hawa Mahal, the palace of the royal ladies, was built in 1799AD. Its sandstone façade, with latticed balconies, is a major tourist draw.
Jaisalmer city, in the southwestern Jaisalmer district, is famous for the Jaisalmer Fort. Built of special yellow sanstone found only in Jaisalmer district, the Fort shines like burnished gold when sunrays fall on it. Jaisalmer's havelis are also a must visit. The Patwon ki Haveli has carved pillars and walls with intricate murals.
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