8 Architectural Marvels of India

Specialty- Fine architecture

Exquisite pavilions, gates, entrances and domes.

Has strategic constructions made to keep the fort safe.

The Kohinoor, the Hope diamond and the Darya-e-noor diamonds originated here.

Constructed in between 1906-1921 (15 years).

Specialty- Indo-Saracenic revivalist style of architecture.

Maps, weapons, coins, sculptures it hosts.

Museum is visited by thousands of tourists.

Constructed in between 1581-1606 (25 years).

Specialty- Sikh architecture

Covered in gold.

Surrounded by ‘holy water’, so city is called ‘Amritsar’.

Runs one of the largest free kitchens in the world.

19th century gildwork and marble work.

Constructed between 1632-1648 (16 years).

Specialty- One of the 7 wonders of the world.

Mughal architecture, has a perfect blend of Islamic, Persian, Ottoman Turkish & Indian architecture.

Built with pure white marble.

UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Considered a symbol of undying love.

Specialty- The biggest learning centres of the Buddhists in the ancient times.

A historical five-storied university built by Gupta rulers.

According to historical records, Lord Buddha visited this university.

Considered to be the oldest universities of the world.

Commissioned in 3rd century BCE.

Specialty- Buddhist religious site.

Beautiful designs on the entire structure.

The most well preserved stupas in India.

Representation of Lord Buddha in different forms.

Constructed between 1743-1746 (3 years).

Specialty- One of the most romantic places in India.

Built in 1746 by Maharaja Jai Singh II.

Located in the Lake Pichola.

Breath-taking views of the Aravalli Hills and the lake.

Completed in 1986.

Specialty- Bahai temple shaped like a lotus.

Is surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens.

Built with pure white marble.

Visited by tourists of all religions since lotus is symbolic to all of them.