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THE RED FORT DELHI Nestled in Delhi’s clamorous heart, the Red Fort’s tremendous scale and soaring sandstone walls imbue it with visual splendour. Built under Shah Jahan and considered the apex of Mughal architecture and design, this UNESCO World Heritage Site now contains a museum, and is one of the city’s top tourist destinations. 2. THE MEHRANGARH FORT Rajasthan’s royal legacy is apparent in its wealth of colossal palaces and desert forts. Competition is steep, but few of its landmarks are more impressive to behold than the Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur. Among the largest such fortifications in India, its clifftop location more than 100 metres above the Blue City makes it impossible to miss. 3. HUMAYUN’S TOMB Though it’s the final resting place of the Mughal Emperor Humayun, this tomb has the scope and splendour of a palace. Among the first ‘garden-tombs’ in India, the Delhi-based landmark is a beautiful example of Persian architecture, and is surrounded by a lovely garden and water features. Come for the history and stay for the oasis-like setting. 4. THE TAJ MAHAL The Taj Mahal isn’t just one of the most incredible landmarks in India—it’s a bona fide Wonder of the World, and a bucket-list destination for millions. In person, this white marble mausoleum (built to commemorate Shah Jahan’s beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal) is every bit as beautiful as you’d expect. 5. FATEHPUR SIKRI Fatehpur Sikri’s name is a touch ironic. Though it’s called the ‘City of Victory,’ it was in fact the capital of the Mughal Empire for just 10 short years before being abandoned. Nevertheless, the 16th-century complex remains in excellent condition today, from the Jama Masjid mosque to its extensive living areas and public buildings. 6. THE JAISALMER FORT Located as it is on the edge of the Thar Desert, the ‘Golden City’ of Jaisalmer appears, at a distance, to be hewn directly from the desert dunes. That’s certainly true of its fort, whose enormous sandstone edifice rises like a mirage above the city. 7. THE VARANASI GHATS The full spectrum of humanity is on display at Varanasi’s freewheeling, vibrant, and chaotic ghats. The sets of carved stairs that lead directly down to the waters of the holy Ganges River, the ghats are the site of numerous sacred rituals, including the Ganga Aarti: a flame-lit evening prayer performed each evening. 8. THE GOLDEN TEMPLE Amritsar’s most famous landmark is formally known as the Sri Harmandir Sahib, but it isn’t hard to see why it’s colloquially called the Golden Temple. Covered in brilliant layers of gold leaf, the Sikh temple is one of the most photogenic landmarks in India. 9. THE AMBER FORT Even in a city with as many world-class landmarks as Jaipur, the Amber Fort is still a stand-out. Also known as the Amer Fort, the extraordinary site is divided into four main sections. Don’t expect a quick tour: within its walls you’ll find a palace complex, temples, courtyards, and much more. 10. THE JANTAR MANTAR Rajasthan’s emperors weren’t only concerned with building impressive palaces and forts, however—they also left behind a legacy of scientific inquiry. The extraordinary Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that dates to the 16th century, contains 19 different instruments for astronomical observation (including the world’s largest stone sundial). 11. LUTYENS’ DELHI Designed by British architect Edward Lutyens, this central district of Delhi is host to beautiful neoclassical buildings and many top government functionaries. One highlight of the district is the Rashtrapati Bhawan—formerly known as the Viceroy’s House—which is now home to India’s President. 12. CHANDIGARH CAPITOL COMPLEX The Chandigarh Capitol Complex looks unlike most other high-profile landmarks in India. Designed by renowned architect Le Corbusier in the 1950s, the sprawling 100-acre site includes government buildings, monuments, and a lake, and was granted UNESCO World Heritage status just last year. 13. MALL ROAD, SHIMLA During the British Raj, lofty Shimla—located in Himachal Pradesh, within view of Himalayan peaks—was used as a summer capital. One of the most visible signs of this legacy is the city’s Mall Road, which was built by the British and remains Shimla’s liveliest, most colourful, and landmark-packed thoroughfare. 14. THE KALKA-SHIMLA RAILWAY Built at the end of the 19th century to connect Shimla with the rest of the Indian train system, this heritage railway gives riders the experience of travelling on a piece of living history. Hop aboard and get ready to discover: it’s famous for its spectacular views of the Himalayan foothills. 15. CHITTORGARH FORT Amongst Rajasthan’s many royal forts, Chittorgarh is an obvious standout. The largest fort in all of Asia, it spans more than 700 acres atop a 180-metre high promontory. With history dating to the 7th century, the fort has withstood battles, sieges, and more through its tumultuous past—and is still standing proudly today. 16. BUNDI STEPWELLS Bundi is sometimes called “the City of Stepwells,” thanks to the 50 or so that are found within its borders. These incredible structures—subterranean, stepped wells which are intricately carved and embellished—were once Bundi’s only source of irrigation, and provide a fascinating glimpse of the city’s past. 17. KUMBHALGARH FORT Another of Rajasthan’s evocative hill forts, the Kumbhalgarh Fort is situated amidst 13 peaks in the Aravalli Mountains, and is just a short jaunt from Udaipur. Dating to the 15th century, the Mewari Dynasty-era fort contains palaces, gardens, and many other beautiful structures within its extensive complex. 18. CHOWMAHALLA PALACE From its pretty courtyards to its opulent, chandelier-bedecked halls, Hyderabad’s Chowmahalla Palace begs to be discovered—luckily, it’s been accessible to the public since 2005. One of the city’s most renowned landmarks, the palace is a living testament to the region’s ruling Nizam Dynasty, whose descendants still own the property today. 19. FALAKNUMA PALACE Another spectacular Hyderabadi royal residence, the Falaknuma Palace is as gorgeous today as it was when first constructed in the late 19th century (its name, which translates to “Mirror of the Sky,” is an apt description of its Italian marble façade). For visitors looking to linger, enjoy the royal treatment at the […]