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Central India Monuments The
central part of India hallmarks the relics of ancient India. The
foremost example of Indian monuments built with religious theme are the
temples of Khajuraho. The intricate work done in the whole temple
complex and the vividness of their themes will just astound the
onlooker. Built as a testament of love by a Muslim ruler for his Hindu
queen, the deserted city of Mandu carries with it an air of serenity and
spaciousness. Sanchi is another unmatched repository of Buddhist art and
architecture. Sanchi
Stupa, M.P.
More than any other monument, the Great Stupa of Sanchi symbolizes the rise and spread of Buddhism in India. It is also the largest site of Buddhist remains in India. read more about
Sanchi Stupa Khajuraho temples, M.P Once a great capital of Chandela Kings, the temple town of Khajuraho has become one of the most visited temple site in India. Out of the once existing eighty-five temples, only twenty-five, strewn amidst the lakes and fields have survived. . read more about
Khajuraho
Temples Jahaz Mahal, Mandu, M.P The deserted capital of sultans of Mandu lies on a verdant plateau redolent of past glory and the romance of Rupmati and Baz Bahadur. Among its many ruins is the beautiful Jahaz Mahal with halls, baths, turrets and cupolas. Jai Vilas Palace, M.P If you like to witness a different kind of splendour then visit the Jai Vilas Palace, where the erstwhile royal family of the Scindia's still residing. Shivpuri, M.P In summer the princes of Gwalior used to retire to cooler Shivpuri nestling amidst verdant forest and blessed with natural and man-made lakes. Some beautiful constructions worth checking out here are the Chataris - the cenotaphs for the deceased ruler or his close relatives. Gwalior
Fort, M.P Gwalior is dominated by its fort which tops the long hill to the north of Lashkar the new town. Within the fort walls are several interesting temples and ruined palaces. The dramatic and colourful history of the great fort goes back to over 1,000 years. Hindola Palace, M.P Carrying a church-like structure the Hindola Mahal or the Swinging palace derives its name from the sloping sidewalks. Due to the slopes the walls of this palace seems to be swinging.
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