Velankanni Church
Velankanni Church Velankanni Church, a Roman Catholic church located on the coast south of Chennai, is one of India’s most important Christian shrines and a beautiful landmark in Tamil Nadu. Nicknamed the “Lourdes of the East,” the Gothic-style basilica stands on the spot where, according to loca
Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum
Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum Built between 1928 and 1943, the sprawling grandeur of Umaid Bhawan Palace can be seen for miles around. It’s the worlds largest private residence. Part of the palace is a luxury hotel, part of it royal quarters, and some of it is dedicated to the Umaid Bhawan Palace Mus
Temple of the Sun God (Monkey Temple)
Temple of the Sun God (Monkey Temple) The Temple of the Sun God, known by the locals as simply the Monkey Temple, is an entire temple complex just outside of Jaipur to the east. Hindu devotees flock here to bathe in the waters of the reservoir, thought to have a spiritual connection with the Gange
Taj Mahal Hotel
Taj Mahal Hotel Once synonymous with Mumbai’s beautiful people, and representing the ultimate in the city’s heritage accommodations, the Taj Mahal Palace & Tower hotel is clawing back its reputation after being at the center of the terrorist attacks that hit Mumbai in late 2008.Designed like a pal
Tagore House
Tagore House Rabindranath Tagore, India’s most celebrated poet and the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize in literature, was born and raised in a yellow mansion in the north of Kolkata (Calcutta) in 1861. His family mansion, built in 1784, now serves as a memorial of his life and work. The
Swaminarayan Akshardham
Swaminarayan Akshardham Opened in 2005, Delhi’s Swaminarayan Akshardham was built in only five years with the help of army of some 11,000 volunteers and artisans. The resulting temple is considered one of the most beautiful in Delhi and a must if you plan to do any temple visits during your stay i
St Pauls Cathedral
St Pauls Cathedral St. Pauls Cathedral in Kolkata is one of the most important Anglican cathedrals in India. Built in a grand Indo-Gothic style, the building replaced St. Johns Church as Kolkata’s cathedral on its completion in 1847. It’s clear to see what the attraction of St. Paul’s Cathedral is
St James’ Church
St James’ Church St James’ Church, also called Skinner’s Church after James Skinner, the British-Indian colonel who commissioned the church, is the oldest churches in Delhi and one of the few examples of a Palladian church in India. Colonel Skinner, while lying wounded on the battlefield of Uniara
St Andrew’s Church
St Andrew’s Church Since 1821, St. Andrew’s Church—often referred to as The Kirk—has stood as an homage to early Scottish Presbyterians who resided in what was then known as Madras and sought a refuge for worship that reminded them of home.Today, travelers flock to this iconic Christian church, wh
Shree Siddhivinayak
Shree Siddhivinayak The towering white dome of this famous temple stretches high into the sky of bustling Mumbai. Travelers to this popular religious destination will find an idol of Shree Siddhivinayak carved from a single stone, in addition to a number of other gods and religious artworks.
Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
Shirdi Sai Baba Temple Located in the Mylapore neighborhood of Chennai, Shirdi Sai Baba Temple was constructed in 1952 to honor Shirdi Sai Baba, an Indian spiritual leader who taught on love, contentment, charity and inner peace without regard for caste or religion. Also known as the All India Sai
Sao Tome District
Sao Tome District Located in the eastern section of the capital city of Panaji, the old Sao Tome district is one of the most atmospheric and traditionally Portuguese neighborhoods in Goa. Once known as Goa’s “fleet street,” the neighborhood centers on the General Post Office, now housed in an old
Sajjangarh Palace (Monsoon Palace)
Sajjangarh Palace (Monsoon Palace) The Sajjangarh Palace, perched on the Aravalli hillside of Udaipur, provides a high viewpoint over the city and the two nearby lakes, which means it’s no surprise that this is a favorite spot to watch the sun rise and set over the surrounding countryside.Named af
Sai Baba Temple
Sai Baba Temple Born in 1835, Shirdi Sai Baba was an Indian spiritual guru and saint who gained a following based on his teachings on the goodness of life, peace, forgiveness, charity and love for God in all his forms. Today, long after Sai Baba’s death in 1918, he remains a popular master worship
Sahelion Ki Bari
Sahelion Ki Bari Well-kept grounds, beautiful fountains, a small museum and towering marble elephants are just part of what makes Sahelion Ki Bari a destination for travelers visiting Udaipur. Its unique history adds to the wonder of this enchanted city escape, since these quiet lotus pools, open
Safdarjungs Tomb
Safdarjungs Tomb Where Humayun’s Tomb began an era of Mughal-style garden tombs in Delhi, Safdarjung’s Tomb ended it. Built in 1754 by Shujaud-Daula, Safdar Jangs son, the tomb was the last of its kind, showing architectural characteristics of the late Mughal period, including use of red sandstone
S.J. Studios
S.J. Studios India’s film and television industry got the name “Bollywood,” derived from America’s Hollywood, as Bombay (Mumbai) became the center of Hindi cinema. It remains at the center of Indian culture and entertainment. Some of Bollywood’s most famous productions have come out Mumbai’s S.J.
Ram Niwas Garden
Ram Niwas Garden In 1868, Maharaja Swai Ram Singh built the Ram Niwas Garden in order for the Central Museum (Albert Hall), what then served as the city hall, to be surrounded by greenery. With the expansion of Jaipur, the 70-acre (28-hectare) park has shrunk to half its original size.Besides gard
Rajarajeshwari Temple
Rajarajeshwari Temple This temple in Bangalore South is one of the most important places of worship in the city. It is finely carved out of pure granite and stands tall as an excellent example of Dravidian style architecture. The temple’s massive entrance tower can be seen from miles away. En
Ragigudda Anjaneya Temple
Ragigudda Anjaneya Temple Up a hillock lies this ornate temple dedicated to the Hindu god Hanuman. Resembling a monkey, Hanuman is worshipped for various benefits, including health, wealth, happiness, and success. There are also shrines devoted to Shiva, Rama, Sita and Lakshmana.It is believed tha
