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Indian Regional Monuments
Indian regional monuments are the spectacular evidences of regional art and architecture.

Great Stupa SanchiThe Indian regional monuments bear the mark of the historical events and commemorations of its location. The art and architecture portrayed on these monuments dates back to the history of the land and its rulers. The interesting background of the Indian regional monuments often narrates the story of its era and related domains.

The north Indian monuments are excellent pieces of art that ensembles the history of the Mughal rule, the pattern of their architecture and their tales. India Gate in Delhi upholds an eternal flame and is a majestic structure, built in the memory of Indian martyrs. While monuments like Taj Mahal, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid and Agra Fort depict the reign and culture of Mughal Era in India. Most of these Indian regional monuments are considered to be the national heritage and have been attracting hordes of tourists round the year.

The south Indian monuments trace the history of Tamil Nadu, Kerela, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The monuments in South India exemplify its beauty through its sculpture, dancing figures, intricate curves, and arched patterns. Char Minar and Golconda Fort in Andhra Pradesh depict the Islamic style of architecture and Indo-Sarcenic tradition. Gol Gumbaz and Mysore Palace of Karnataka are astounding treasure houses of exquisite carvings and works of art. Jewish Synagogue Kerala and Rock Fort Temple are the other marvelous masterpieces of South India.

The Indian regional monuments in the west of the nation depict the tales of the Rajas and Maharajas of Rajasthan and its surrounding states of Gujarat and Maharashtra. Gateway of India, Bibi Ka Maqbara and Daulatabad Fort in Maharashtra showcases the brilliant architecture of around 12th century. City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal and Lake Palace are considered to be the best of the constructions by the Maharajas of Jaipur and Udaipur.

In eastern part of the country, the Indian regional monuments boasts the British imprints and still show marks of the colonial rule in India. Victoria Memorial, Writer`s Building, Marble Palace, Shaheed Minar and National Library of West Bengal are works par excellence by the British officials. The Indian regional monuments in the east confidently stand up to be some of the rarest constructions that speak of the English people in India. The monuments of Orissa and Bihar are also intrinsically bound to its culture.

Taj mahal The northeastern regional monuments of India refer to the Neer Mahal of Tripura in the middle of Lake Chemisee, built by the King Ludwig II. The Buddhist Temple and Buddhist Gompa of Arunachal Pradesh suggests the influence of Buddhism in the state. The central Indian monuments refer to those situated in Madhya Pradesh and Jharkhand. Ashoka Pillar Sanchi, Bandhavgarh Fort, Baz Bahadur`s Palace, Dinman Hardol`s Palace, Great Stupa Sanchi are some of the prominent Indian regional monuments in this region.

The Indian regional monuments are amongst the most fascinating tourist attractions to visit and explore. Indian regional monuments dating back to the medieval period portray the Indian heritage and monumental legacy of the nation.

(Last Updated on : 18/11/2009)
 
 
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