Wonders of India
The lotus Mahal in Hampi - a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture
The finest building in the Zenana Enclosure in Hampi is the Lotus Mahal which is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture at its best.
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Wonders of India
Thousand pillars temple - Gem of Kaktiya Archietecture
India is full of wonders. Many dynasties ruled in India and gave their contribution to the art and architecture of India. Hoysalas, Yadavas, Cholas, Chalukyas to name a few. Out of these dynasties, one remained quite neglected - The Kaktiyas.
Wonders of India
Taj Mahal - A brief history of the wonder built in the 17th century
The Taj Mahal, which deservedly ranks amongst the finest tombs of the world, stands on the right bank of the Yamuna, about a mile below Agra Fort. It contains the remains of the Emperor Shah Jahan (1627-58) and of his favourite wife, Arjumand Bana Begam, better known as Mumtazu-z-Zamani or Mumtaz Mahal.
Wonders of India
The Mahayogisvara at Elephanta - A tale in the stone
The sculptures in the main cave at Elephanta or Gharapuri near Bombay are most remarkable. They are known for the beauty of design, the vigorous expression, their symmetry and proportionate features. There are various stories from Shiva's life such as his marriage, Ardha-NariNateshwara form has been depicted in the cave. Another important form of Shiva is his yogi form.
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The fort where Mughals were fooled!!
Bahadurgad is a land fort is located on the north bank of river Bhima in Shrigonde taluka of Ahmednagar district. The extension of the fort is huge and you can see the fortifications built on all sides of the fort. There are five gates to enter the fort and the main road passes through Pedgaon village. As the road goes up to the gate of the fort, you enter the fort directly.
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Hero stones - Memories of a worrier
Maharashtra has a very rich history. Right from the Satavahanas, Wakatakas, Shilaharas, Yadavas, even up to the Maratha Empire, Maharashtra saw many political changes. During this entire period, many foreign invaders invaded Maharashtra and the local heroes sacrificed their lives to liberate this land from foreign invaders from time to time. During the Peshwa period, the responsibility of defending the whole of India fell on the shoulders of Maharashtra.