International kite flying event in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Kites or all shapes and sizes soar in the sky at the International Kite Flying event held in Ahmedabad, Gujarat on the occasion of the Indian festival of Makar Sankranti.
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International kite flying event in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Crowds gather at the International kite flying event in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.
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Kite in the colours of the Indian tricolour at the International kite flying event in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India which coincides with the festival of Makar Sankranti
International kite flying event in Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Every year, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti the International Kite Flying Festival is organised on the banks of river Sabarmati in Ahmedabad in the state of Gujarat. Kite flyers from many countries participate in this event.
Kite markets for Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India
Kites in all colours and sizes are up for sale in the markets for Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India
Kite markets for Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India
Colourful toys give company to the kites for the festival of Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India.
Kite markets for Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India
Spreading the message of Love with the kites during the festival of Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India
Colourful kite markets for Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India
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Getting ready for the kite flying contests of Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India
A boy rejoices his stock of huge kites on the occasion of Makar Sankranti or Uttarayan. People buy loads of kites and contests are fought in the air for this festival in Ahmedabad, India.
Kite markets for Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India
Bollywood actors get on the kites for Makar Sankranti in Gujarat
Kite markets for Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India
Colourful night markets in Gujarat sell all sorts of trinkets like whistles and hats along with kites on the Makar Sankranti eve
Kite markets for Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India
On the eve of Makar Sankranti or Uttarayan, the markets in Vadodara and Ahmedabad, the major cities of Gujarat are full of kites in all colours and sizes.
Jaigarh Fort, Jaipur, India
Next to to Amer Palace is the Jaigarh fort. It was regarded as an elder brother to the Amer Palace, keeping a watch on the palace and protecting the city from its enemy. Read more on Jaipur at Jaipur in 24 hours: A super short visit.
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Jaigarh Fort, Jaipur, India
Next to to Amer Palace is the Jaigarh fort. It was regarded as an elder brother to the Amer Palace, keeping a watch on the palace and protecting the city from its enemy. Read more on Jaipur at Jaipur in 24 hours: A super short visit.
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Elephant ride at Amer Palace, Jaipur, India
We are not completely sure how good the elephant rides are for the animals. Steep climbs are not really an elephant’s best friend. Besides, this path is cobbled and uneven, which poses an even bigger hindrance.Read more on Jaipur at Jaipur in 24 hours: A super short visit.
Ganesh Pol, the main entrance door to the Amer fort in Jaipur, India
Amer Palace stands as a resplendent reminder of the Rajput valour and glory. We were transported back to 16-17th centuries. The dramatic stories about the royals gave us an insight into their lives as well as those times. Read more on Jaipur at Jaipur in 24 hours: A super short visit.
Ganesh Pol, the main entrance door to the Amer fort in Jaipur, India
Amer Palace stands as a resplendent reminder of the Rajput valour and glory. We were transported back to 16-17th centuries. The dramatic stories about the royals gave us an insight into their lives as well as those times. Read more on Jaipur at Jaipur in 24 hours: A super short visit.
Amer (or Amber) Palace, Jaipur, India
Amer Palace stands as a resplendent reminder of the Rajput valour and glory. Read more on Jaipur at Jaipur in 24 hours: A super short visit.
Hawa Mahal, Jaipur, India
The windows of Hawa Mahal, with their fine lattice work were meant to act like veils; a “purdah” for the royal women. Read more on Jaipur at Jaipur in 24 hours: A super short visit.
Goving Dev ji Temple, Jaipur, India
The temple affords unobstructed view of the idols to the thousands of devotees who gather for prayers. This means there are no pillars in between. The construction was an architectural challenge. The feat earned this temple a name in the Guinness Book of World Records “for having the widest single span RCC flat roof”.Read more on Jaipur at Jaipur in 24 hours: A super short visit.
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Jantar Mantar, Jaipur, India
Jantar Mantar, the oldest astronomical laboratory in India was commissioned in the early 18th century by king Jai Singh II, a big fan of science and technology. Read more on Jaipur at Jaipur in 24 hours: A super short visit.
Scenes from the Indian Railways train journey to Jaipur, Rajasthan
Dry barren landscapes on the Indian Railways train journey to Jaipur, Rajasthan
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Railway track through Braganza ghat from Kulem to the Dudhsagar waterfalls
Bandra Worli Sea Link, Dadar, Mumbai, India
The sea-link reduces travel time between Bandra and Worli during peak hours from 60–90 minutes to 20–30 minutes. Source Wikipedia
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Kevada Masjid at Champaner, Gujarat, India
Kevada Masjid, though not as beautiful as the Jami Masjid, is also on the list of monuments in Champaner which are now a part of UNESCO world heritage. Its distinguishing feature is a Cenotaph in front. Cenotaph is a tomb without the actual grave, built in honour of the person whose grave is elsewhere.
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Mosque with a single minar, Champaner, Gujarat, India
Also known as Ek Minar ki Masjid which translates to mosque with a single column. It is also on the list of monuments in Champaner which are now a part of UNESCO world heritage.
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Tomb of Sikandar Shah at Champaner in Gujarat, India
The tomb of Sikandar Shah is part of the list of monuments in Champaner which are now a part of UNESCO world heritage. It is a little outside the main town of Champaner, on the way to Halol.
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Jami Masjid at champaner in Gujarat, India
These are the minarets flanking the central arched opening of the Jami Masjid. Jami Masjid is the biggest mosque at Champaner which is now a part of the UNESCO world heritage.
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Carved pillars of Jami Masjid at Champaner in Gujarat, India
Every corner of the Jami Masjid is a piece of art. The exterior pillars, walls, windows, all are covered in intricate designs. The Jami Masjid in champaner is now part of a UNESCO world heritage site.
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Decorated tops of the Jami Masjid at Champaner in Gujarat, India
Even the ceilings of the Jami Masjid are exquisitely carved. The Jami Masjid is the biggest mosque in Champaner. It is now part of the 17 monuments in Champaner that have attained a UNESCO world heritage status.
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Prayers at Jami Masjid in Champaner, Gujarat, India
A little boy offers prayers with his elders at the Jami Masjid in Champaner.
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Jami Masjid at Champaner in Gujarat, India
Even the ceilings of the Jami Masjid are exquisitely carved. The Jami Masjid is the biggest mosque in Champaner. It is now part of the 17 monuments in Champaner that have attained a UNESCO world heritage status.
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