Hoshang Shah’s Tomb is the India’s first marble structure, it is one of the most refined examples of Afghan architecture. Its unique features include the beautifully proportioned dome, intricate marble lattice work and porticoed courts and towers. It served as a template for the construction of Taj Mahal.
Qila Mubarak, is a historical monument in the heart of the city of Bathinda in Punjab. It has been in existence for approximately 1900 years in its current form. Some sources have the structure in its original, primitive form dating back to the Harrapa period. It was here that Razia Sultan, the first woman to [...]
The Hindola Mahal, translated to “Swinging Palace” in Hindi, is a large meeting hall, or durbar, in the ancient Indian city of Mandu, Madhya Pradesh. The Hindola Mahal might have been constructed during the reign of Hoshang Shah about 1425 C.E. but may date to the end of the 15th century during the reign of Ghiyas al-Din. The Hindola Mahal may have been used as an audience chamber. Today the Hindola Mahal is a tourism destination in the ruined city of Mandu.
Nālandā is an ancient Buddhist center of learning from 427 to 1197 CE. It has been called “one of the first great universities in recorded history.” Some buildings were constructed by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka the Great. The Gupta Empire also patronized some monasteries.
Rani ki vav is a famous stepwell situated in Patan town in Gujarat in India. It was one of the largest and the most sumptuous structures of its type. Among its ruins one pillar still stands which is the proof not only of the elegance of its design, but also excellent example of this period.
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Bhimbetka rock shelters 
Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib 
Umai Andar Cave Temple 
