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India is not just a country but a treasure trove of stories. The old buildings here are not just brick and stone walls, but living pictures of their era. Every year people from all over the world come to see these wonders. Some of these are so special that even UNESCO has given them the status of ‘World Heritage’.
Come, today let us take you on a tour of five such wonders of India, whose workmanship and beauty will make you simply say “Wow!” Will get up saying.
1. Konark Sun Temple, Odisha – When a huge chariot was made of stone
Imagine, a temple that is actually a huge stone chariot! Konark temple of Odisha is exactly like this. It was built in the 13th century in honor of Lord Surya. This huge chariot has 24 big wheels and 7 stone horses have also been made to pull it. It is said that when the first ray of the sun falls on the main entrance of the temple in the morning, it is a sight worth seeing. The intricate workmanship done on its walls tells the entire story of that period.
2. Rani Ki Vav, Gujarat – Seven-storey palace hidden under the ground
This is not an ordinary stepwell or well, but is like a seven-storey palace built underground! It was built in the 11th century by Queen Udayamati in the memory of her husband King Bhimdev I. It remained buried in the soil of Saraswati river for hundreds of years, perhaps that is why it is so safe and beautiful even today. There are such wonderful sculptures of gods, goddesses and nymphs on its walls that the spectators are left astonished.
3. Humayun’s Tomb, Delhi – The building that inspired the Taj Mahal
If you think Taj Mahal is the most beautiful tomb, then you must see Humayun’s Tomb. Many people also call it the “inspiration source” of the Taj Mahal. It was built by Humayun’s Begum Hamida Bano. Beautiful gardens all around, red stone buildings and white marble… one feels a strange peace here. This was the first tomb in India around which a garden was built.
4. Hampi, Karnataka – The spectacular story of a lost empire
There was a time when Hampi was the capital of Vijayanagara, one of the richest and most powerful empires in the world. Today, the miles of ruins here tell the story of that glorious period. Old temples, palaces and markets can still be seen in this city situated on the banks of Tungabhadra river. The large circular stones and beautiful views here make this place even more mysterious and attractive.
5. Ajanta Caves, Maharashtra – A colorful world nestled inside the mountains
Imagine, someone had cut mountains and built an entire world inside them! The caves of Ajanta are exactly the same. These are 29 rock-cut Buddhist caves, which are thousands of years old. Inside these caves, such beautiful paintings related to the life of Lord Buddha have been made on the walls and ceilings that it becomes difficult to believe. Even after thousands of years, the colors of these paintings look as if they were made just yesterday. These caves take you to a different era.