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India Gate – National Monument of India

December 9, 2009
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India Gate – National Monument of India

The India Gate is the national monument of India. It is one of the largest war memorials in India. India Gate is Situated in the heart of New Delhi and was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Originally it was known as All India War Memorial. It is supposed to be a prominent landmark in...

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Jama Masjid

December 1, 2009
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Jama Masjid

Jama Masjid of Delhi, is the principal mosque of Old Delhi in India. It is an important monument for the muslims in India and also abroad. Visitors from all over the world visit Jama Masjid daily in huge numbers. Commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, builder of the Taj Mahal, and completed in...

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Agra Fort and Some Notable Facts about Agra Fort

November 24, 2009
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Agra Fort and Some Notable Facts about Agra Fort

Agra Fort, also known as Lal Qila, Fort Rouge and Red Fort of Agra, is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Agra, India. It is about 2.5 km northwest of Taj Mahal which is equally famous and is considered as its sister monument. It contained the largest state treasury and mint, and the...

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Gateway of India

November 24, 2009
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Gateway of India

The Gateway of India was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Bombay, prior to the Delhi Durbar, in December 1911. The foundation stone was laid on 31 March 1911, by the Governor of Bombay Sir George Sydenham Clarke, with the final design that was made by George...

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Monuments in India

November 18, 2009
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India is full of world heritage monuments that are known for their architecture and intricate work. Taj Mahal is the most important and master piece monument of India which is also one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It portrays Indian culture, heritage and civilization for which we Indians are always known for....

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Qutub-Minar

October 21, 2009
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Qutub-Minar

Qutub Minar is one of the most renowned monuments of India that is also one of the most famous historical monuments of India. Qutub-Minar in red and buff sandstone is the only highest tower in India that is known for its beauty, art and architecture. It is one unarguable one of among the India’s...

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Taj Mahal India – One of the Most Famous Monuments of India

October 21, 2009
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Taj Mahal India – One of the Most Famous Monuments of India

TAJ MAHAL CAN BE CONSIDERED AS A SHEER POETRY IN MARBLE. Majesty, Beauty and magnificence, unrivaled, the Taj Mahal supposed to be the only one of its kind across the world. It is the monumental labor of love from Shahjahan (a great ruler) for his beloved queen. It is a real and true symbol...

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History of India

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