International kite flying event in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Crowds gather at the International kite flying event in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.
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Colourful kite markets for Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India
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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.
Back to PHOTO GALLERIESJaigarh 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.
Back to PHOTO GALLERIESElephant 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.
Back to PHOTO GALLERIESBandra 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
Back to PHOTO GALLERIESKevada 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.
Back to PHOTO GALLERIESTomb 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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Inside the Jami Masjid at Champaner in Gujarat, India
The internal walls of Jami Masjid in Champaner, now a UNESCO world heritage site are covered in beautiful, delicate designs, a fine example of Hindu and Islamic architecture.
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