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Museums and Historic Places to Visit in India
| Name |
Location |
Description |
| Taj Mahal |
Agra, Uttar Pradesh |
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Taj Mahal is a mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. |
| Red Fort |
Delhi |
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Red Fort was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century. It served as the residence of the Mughal emperors for nearly 200 years and is now a popular tourist attraction. |
| Humayun's Tomb |
Delhi |
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Humayun's Tomb is the tomb of Mughal Emperor Humayun. It was built in the 16th century and is considered a masterpiece of Mughal architecture. |
| Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus |
Mumbai, Maharashtra |
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus is a historic railway station in Mumbai. It was built in the late 19th century and is considered a masterpiece of Victorian Gothic architecture. |
| Elephanta Caves |
Mumbai, Maharashtra |
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Elephanta Caves are a series of rock-cut caves on an island in Mumbai Harbour. They date back to the 5th century and are known for their intricate carvings and sculptures. |
| City Palace |
Jaipur, Rajasthan |
The City Palace is a complex of palaces, courtyards, and gardens in Jaipur. It was built in the 18th century by the Maharaja of Jaipur and is known for its blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. |
| Amer Fort |
Jaipur, Rajasthan |
Amer Fort is a fort and palace complex in Jaipur. It was built in the 16th century and is known for its intricate carvings and mirror work. |
| Victoria Memorial |
Kolkata, West Bengal |
The Victoria Memorial is a large marble building in Kolkata. It was built in the early 20th century in memory of Queen Victoria and is now a museum and art gallery. |
| Ellora Caves |
Aurangabad, Maharashtra |
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ellora Caves are a series of rock-cut caves that date back to the 6th century. They are known for their intricate carvings and sculptures. |
| Ajanta Caves |
Aurangabad, Maharashtra |
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ajanta Caves are a series of rock-cut caves that date back to the 2nd century BC. They are known for their intricate paintings and sculptures. |
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