Ranthambhore is amongst the earliest forts of India. As per some records, it is not only one of the oldest but also one of the most famous forts in Rajasthan. It is situated within the Ranthambhore National Park, which is amongst the most popular … [Read more]
Ranthambhore Fort: One of the Oldest Forts in Rajasthan
Chittorgarh: Fort, Monuments, and History
Chittorgarh city has developed at the base of a massive fort - "Chittorgarh Fort". This fort overlooks the city from above a 180 mt high lone hill. The fort walls enclose about 700 acres of area within them and all the monuments which you will read … [Read more]
Kangra Valley
Kangra Valley is one of the most beautiful regions of Himachal Pradesh. This lush green valley is dotted with sun-bathed paddy fields, tea-covered slopes and crisscrossed with gurgling streams. The major part of this valley is overlooked by the … [Read more]
Offbeat Historical Places in Karnataka
There are numerous historical places in Karnataka. Along with the known sites, there are many lesser-known heritage sites in this state. Karnataka was the hotbed of the religious art and architecture. Several dynasties have ruled in different regions … [Read more]
Halebidu: The Remains of a Mighty Empire
In the 12th century, Halebidu (also called Halebid) succeeded Belur as the capital of the Hoysala Empire. And the kings, who were great admirers of temple-architecture, continued their building activities here. They built several Hindu and Jain … [Read more]
Belur: Intricate Carvings of a Powerful Empire
Belur was the first capital of the Hoysala kingdom (10th to 14 th century AD). The powerful empire of Hoysalas covered parts of modern-day Karnataka and stretched to the adjoining regions of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. During their long rule, they … [Read more]
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