City: India
Top Things to do in India
The 10 Best Ancient Ruins in India, India
India, officially the Republic of India (IAST: Bhārat Gaṇarājya), is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by area, the second-most populous country (with over 1.2 billion people), and the most populous democracy in the world. It is bounded by the Indian Ocean on the south, the Arabian Sea on the southwest, and the Bay of Bengal on the southeast. It shares land borders with Pakistan to the west; China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the northeast; and Myanmar and Bangladesh to the east. In the Indian Ocean, India is in the vicinity of Sri Lanka and the Maldives. India's Andaman and Nicobar Islands share a maritime border with Thailand and Indonesia.
Restaurants in India
1. Chennakesava Temple
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5.0 based on 680 reviews
Reviewed By Prabhayamuna - Chennai (Madras), India
Sri Chenna Kesava Temple in Belur is an architectural masterpiece under control of Archeological Department . A must one to see in Belur. It is one of the Hoysala Temple in the Belur Region. The sculptures and carvings are mind blowing, Can you Imagine? We can see the modern fashion details like hairstyle, jewellery designs there in the temple Sculptures which was constructed in the 12th Century, Mind Blowing. We were visited Belur Temple during our Chickmagalur Family Trip, Hired a Guide, Enjoyed lot. To know the history and details of sculptures there, atleast one should spend half day there, Hiring a guide will be better to know the details of the structure and temple.
2. Group of Monuments at Hampi
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5.0 based on 598 reviews
Reviewed By abhimanasu - Mandya, India
Hampi is a beautiful and hoistoric place in India there is someny things to see most are templs which are build in year back.Hampi is a magnificent city of ruins, located besides the Tungabhadra river in the state of Karnataka. It is about 352 kms from Bangalore. But heavy crowded places during december as many schools are orgainizing trips to hampi as as historical place.
3. The Rustic Paths
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5.0 based on 426 reviews
In this activity there is an opportunity to explore how Rajasthan (Jaipur) rural community live and have lived for generations in same fashion as their ancestors. On this experience we will visit several villages around jaipur.
Reviewed By shol2w
We booked a open jeep safari to learn more about the local Indian and Indian daily it was unbelievable experience mr.khan our driver was helpful polite and kind he provide a day of delight on this amazing safari all activities were fantastic monkey temple school century etc It was perfect to see real India Thank you so much waseem for providing great time in India !!!
4. Ellora Caves
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4.5 based on 2,668 reviews
Spectacular rock cut caves and elaborate sculptures of Hindu, Buddhist and Jain faiths are over 10 centuries old.
Reviewed By mechmanoj - Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The majestic Kailash temple is one of the most remarkable cave temples in the world because of its size, architecture and sculptural treatment It is an engineering marvel and is a proof of our rich heritage and technical capabilities centuries before.
5. Monuments at Mahabalipuram
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4.5 based on 1,684 reviews
Many interesting rock-cut temples and giant open-air reliefs from the 7th and 8th centuries.
Reviewed By 369gillianj - Clitheroe, United Kingdom
Beautiful beach side setting, lovely village with good shops and restaurants, and so many amazing things to see - ancient rock carvings, cave-like temples hewn from granite, beautiful shore temple, lovely old working lighthouse and gravity-defying Krishna's Butterball Boulder! All within easy walking distance - a real treasure trove.
6. Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi
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4.5 based on 829 reviews
An ancient place of pilgrimage is a site of early Buddhist monasteries, temples and pillars.
Reviewed By ajay_117 - Bhopal, India
An outstanding place to feel the serenity of Buddhist temple. A very well maintained monument site. The entry fees is customer friendly however the QR codes are not functioning putting extra charges on the customers. A must visit place for all the people who desire to witness the immaculate conception of the design and outstanding construction of the Buddhist temple and about other countries contribution to the Sanchi world heritage site.
7. Gwalior
8. Girnar Temples
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By Rajiv629
There are several temples on the mountains of Girnar (climb starts from Junagadh) We were there a day after Shivaratri so were fortunate to escape the crowd of a million people which had gathered at the base of the mountain for the festival. We started the climb of 9999 steps leading to the Datta temple atop the mountain at around 3 pm. There is also the Ambaji temple which is at approx 8000 steps.One must remember to pick a walking stick (usually of bamboo) available at shops at the base on rent. The climb is stiff but there are shops on the way which sell water and lemon juice and a few snacks for those who get exhausted. We carried Electrol packets with us which we had intermittently to get our energy back. We also carried some chocolates and energy bars; can't eat too much as it makes the climb difficult. Devotees climb and descend the mountain almost 24 ×7 ,and there is nothing to fear. Of course carry a small tor torch during night time as it is necessary both for ascent and discent. The climb is tough but we came across men and women in their 70s also completing the journey safely. A reasonably comfortable speed would complete the darshan and back to base in 8 to 10 hours.
9. Rajgir
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4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By lovingGurgaon - Gurugram (Gurgaon), India
Steep Ascent in a single air scary Ropeway was quite an experience. Initially, we were scared but soon started enjoying it. Reaching the Buddha stupa and the surrounding view was really great. The dome has glistening golden statues on all the four sides and there is a beautiful monastery cum museum adjacent to it. Worth the visit and the enthralling experience.
10. Nalanda
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4.5 based on 251 reviews
Reviewed By basabraychaudhuri - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
One of the oldest universities of the world. It was residential university. We can now see the ruins of the buildings. We feel proud about the old heritage of our great country by visiting this place .
