Indian Heritage and Culture
- View elaborate everyday temple ceremonies at the temples towns of Tamil Nadu
- Visit sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon
- Gaze in awe at the grandeur of the Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab
- Ascend the steps of the impressive Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque in Delhi
The kings and dynasties that ruled over different regions of India at different periods of time left their mark in the form of grand architectural designs. See the amazing monumental heritage of India and be astounded by the artistry and skill of the ancient Indian craftsmen and architects. See soaring domes and arches and impressively carved gopurams reaching up to the sky.Stare in wonder at the timeless beauty of the carvings and sculpture on monuments and temples of India. The most well known temples of India are the Khajuraho Group of Temples which were built by the Chandela Kings in the 10th century.Located in the Bundelkhand region in Madhya Pradesh, the temples represent the zenith of the north Indian style of temple architecture.Along with being famous for their fully evolved architectural styles, the Khajuraho temples are also known for the series of erotic sculptures and carvings on the temples.The Khajuraho Temples are listed in the UNESCO's World Heritage Site. South India a land of temples.The most well known being the shore temples at Mahabalipuram. Drown in the magic of the small temple towns in the interiors of Tamil Nadu, where with a soft beat of drums a distant wonder awaits.Fascinate yourself at the ancient temple complexes of Hampi, Belur and Halebid in Karnataka.
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