One would totally concur that one of the most enduring achievements of Indian civilisation is undoubtedly its architecture, which extends beyond the eminent Taj Mahal or Jaipur’s ancient Amber Fort! And no, we’re not restricting ourselves to 16th-century forts and palaces but also encompassing modern marvels like Mumbai’s Bandra-Worli Sea Link!
Acclaimed travel website TripAdvisor has announced its Travellers’ Choice®awards for Landmarks and we’re proud to say that 10 of our country’s landmarks have featured in this prestigious list. Just to keep you in the loop, the list is compiled annually based on millions of reviewers across the globe.
Here are India’s most remarkable and splendid monuments!
10. Mehrangarh Fort – Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Perched high above-above sea level, Mehrangarh Fort stands a hundred feet in splendour on a perpendicular cliff, four hundred feet above the sky line of Jodhpur.
9. Gateway of India – Mumbai
The Gateway of India is an emblematic landmark not only in Mumbai but in the entire country. Located in the southern part of the city, the gateway overlooks the splendid Arabian Sea.
8. Humayun’s Tomb – New Delhi, National Capital Region of India
Constructed out of red sandstone, the Humayun’s Tomb was the first ever garden style tomb to be constructed in India.
7. Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) – Amritsar, Punjab
The legendary Golden Temple in Amritsar is undoubtedly one of the most magical and peaceful sites in the world. Ringed by a marble walkway, the tank is said to have healing powers, and pilgrims come from across the world to bathe in its sacred waters.
6. Agra Fort – Agra, Uttar Pradesh
While the rest of the country was immersed in battle, blood and war, the Agra Fort was born. Listed as a UNESCO world heritage site, the fort is also called Lal Qila.
5. Qutab Minar – New Delhi, National Capital Region of India
The 11th-century minaret is an intriguing blend of Indo-Islamic architecture.
4. Bandra Worli Sea Link – Mumbai, Maharashtra
Costing a staggering $250 million, the 5.6 km cable-stayed bridge has now attained a title as one of Mumbai’s landmarks.
3. Swaminarayan Akshardham – New Delhi, National Capital Territory of India
An aura of tranquillity and peace will engulf you as soon as you enter New Delhi’s Swaminarayan Akshardham. The Mandir is an abode of God, a Hindu house of worship, and a spiritual and cultural campus dedicated to devotion, learning and harmony.
2. Amber Fort – Jaipur, Rajasthan
Immersed in pure white marble and beautiful shades of pale yellow and pink sandstone, this 16th-century heritage fort is a pride of Rajasthan.
1. Taj Mahal – Agra, Uttar Pradesh
A vision in white, Taj Mahal has earned itself the prestigious title of one of the “Seven Wonders of the World”.
“India has many incredible landmarks and paying a visit to them is a fantastic way to get acquainted with the country’s rich history. With summer being the peak travel season owing to the summer vacations, the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Landmarks list will help Indian travellers narrow down the attractions to visit during their trip whether in India or abroad” said Nikhil Ganju, Country Manager, TripAdvisor India.
