The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum located in Agra, India, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal (also "the Taj") is considered the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines...
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Charminar (Hyderabad)
Charminar, meaning "Four Towers" or "Mosque of the four minarets" is one of the most important monuments in the city of Hyderabad, capital of the state of Andhra Pradesh, India.
Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah built the monument in 1591 shortly after he...
The Red Fort (Delhi)
The Red Fort is situated in Delhi, India. It was constructed by the Emperor Shah Jahan in 1639 A.D. The Red Fort was originally referred to as "Qila-i-Mubarak" (the blessed fort), because it was the residence of the royal family. The layout of...
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Komodo Island
Komodo Island is an island located in the Nusa Tenggara Islands. Komodo Island is known as a habitat for native animals dragons. This island is also the Komodo National Park which is managed by the Central Government. Komodo Island in the eastern island...
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