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Khajuraho Temples – Western Group

The western group of Khajuraho concentrates the largest temples of the UNESCO site: Kandariya Mahadeva, Lakshman, mithuna sculptures and ocre sandstone friezes from the 10th century.

Victoria Memorial

A white marble monument inaugurated in 1921, the Victoria Memorial houses a museum devoted to the colonial history of Bengal. Its gardens and 25 galleries make it a major highlight of any stay in Kolkata.

Taj-ul-Masajid

The Taj-ul-Masajid, the 'crown of mosques', dominates Bhopal with its pink minarets. Built under the Nawabs in the 19th century, it is one of India's largest mosques and an architectural symbol of the city.

Qutb Minar

In Mehrauli, south of Delhi, the Qutb Minar has risen 72 meters of red sandstone since the 13^th century. A mosque, tombs, and an ancient iron column make up a UNESCO-listed complex, witness to the meeting of Indian and Islamic civilizations.

Markets of Jaipur

Kundan jewels, block-print textiles, blue pottery, embroidered mojaris: Jaipur's bazaars have been organized by guild since the 18th century. A unique artisanal circuit in the old Pink City.

Golconda Fort

Once the capital of the Qutb Shahi sultanate and the world's premier diamond trading hub, Golconda Fort dominates Hyderabad from a granite outcrop. Its ramparts, ruined palaces and remarkable acoustics make it one of the Deccan's most significant historical sites.

Gokarna

Gokarna unites Hindu spirituality with pristine coastline along Karnataka's shore. Between the Mahabaleshwara Temple and wild beaches stretching from Om Beach to Paradise Beach, the town offers an authentic alternative to Goa's developed resorts.

Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception

Perched on a hilltop at the heart of Panaji, the Church of the Immaculate Conception showcases a pristine white Baroque façade and two iconic bell towers. A heritage monument, active place of worship, and architectural landmark of Goa since the 16th century.

Chittorgarh Fort

Perched on a rocky plateau in Rajasthan, Chittorgarh Fort stands as one of India's largest fortifications. Ruined palaces, medieval towers, and intricately carved temples narrate the epic saga of the kings of Mewar.

Vivekananda Rock Memorial

At the confluence of three seas, the Vivekananda Rock Memorial commemorates the meditation of philosopher-monk Swami Vivekananda in 1892. A major spiritual and architectural site at the southern tip of India.

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Kashi Vishwanath Temple is the most sacred Shaivite sanctuary in Varanasi and one of India's twelve jyotirlingas. Its golden spire dominates the old city, steps away from the Ganges ghats.

Victoria Memorial

An iconic Kolkata landmark in white marble, the Victoria Memorial houses a museum tracing the colonial history of Bengal. Gardens, galleries, and a light-and-sound show make it a major stop in the city.

Uperkot Fort

Perched on a rocky plateau in the heart of Junagadh, Uperkot Fort encompasses over 2,000 years of history: Mauryan ramparts, Buddhist caves, vertiginous step wells and sultanate mosques coexist on a single site.

Upper Lake (Bada Talab)

Bhopal's Upper Lake, Bada Talab, is one of South Asia's oldest artificial lakes. Built in the 11th century, it spans over 30 km² and offers sunset strolls, boat excursions, and winter birdwatching for migratory species.

Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum

Built between 1929 and 1943 on Chittar Hill, Umaid Bhawan Palace houses a museum chronicling the history of Jodhpur's Rathore royal family, showcasing weapons, clocks, and vintage court photographs.

Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves

Carved into sandstone in the 1st century BC by the Jain king Khāravela, the Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves rank among the oldest monuments of eastern India, adorned with remarkable narrative reliefs.

Akbar the Great's Tomb (Sikandra)

At Sikandra, Akbar the Great's tomb blends red sandstone and white marble across five levels within a garden inhabited by deer. A major Mughal site, more serene than the Taj Mahal, 10 km from Agra.