In the twelfth edition of this series on Indian monuments by Sahapedia, Paromita Shastri looks at the Qutub complex, which presents an amalgamation of several architectural styles in India-Persian, Arabic and Indian-that later came to be known as Indo-Saracenic. The famed Qutub Minar itself has braved natural calamities and disastrous preservation efforts to continue as one of India’s most identifiable monuments.
If not for a small metal plaque almost concealed by foliage beside the entrance of Mon Repos, visitors would likely remain oblivious to the fact that this so-called palace was the birthplace of the spouse of Britain longest-reigning monarch.
Source: A royal birth’s hidden history
In Switzerland, a trek through the terraced vineyards of Lavaux…
Source: Travelling Suitcase: Gold Wine
Lamu is a pearl to be polished and looked after.
The Taj Mahal is just one example of the stunning amibition and beauty that went into other Mughal monuments in Uttar Pradesh. Check out these alternatives.
Source: Stunning Alternatives to the Taj Mahal – Passion Passport
The perfect holiday destination for readers seeking exploration and once-in-a-lifetime experiences, DC Thomson Travel highlights 12 special places to visit.
Source: A gem of the Indian Ocean – 12 Special places to visit in Sri Lanka – The Courier
Here’s the top places Mae Yen Yap recommends.
Source: Top 7 ‘winter’ destinations in Southeast Asia to visit for a cool holiday
Ravishing Riga hides a secret within the folds of her ornate civic garments.
Source: Sailing into one of the world’s greatest Art Nouveau cities
A photo exhibition was opened at the Korean Cultural Center in Hanoi on November 4 to introduce South Korea’s Baekje Historic Areas, a 1,500-year-old historical site that has been recognized by UNESCO as world heritage.
Source: Photos of South Korea’s Baekje Historic Areas on show in Hanoi – VietNamNet
Weak from hunger and thirst, the elephant struggled to reach a pool of water in this African wildlife reserve. But the majestic mammal got stuck in the mud surrounding the sun-baked watering hole, which had dramatically shrunk due to a severe drought. Eventually park staff freed the trapped elephant, but it collapsed and died. Just yards (meters) away lay the carcass of a Cape buffalo that had also been pulled from the mud, but was attacked by hungry lions. Elephants, zebras, hippos, impalas, buffaloes and many other wildlife are stressed by lack…
Source: Zimbabwe’s severe drought killing elephants, other wildlife
Have you ever thought about the hottest place in the world? What have you heard about that? Did you know that it is actually in Iran? Yes!
With the world-famous Aboriginal site Uluru now closed to climbing by tourists, other Australian destinations such as Wollumbin (Mount Warning) near Brisbane are considering similar measures.
A holiday in Sri Lanka combines a unique blend of beautiful landscapes, incredible wildlife, historical cities, ancient temples and pristine beaches.
Source: 7 Incredible activities to do in Sri Lanka | Press and Journal
Champaran Pavagadh Archaeological Park in Gujarat is dotted with several mosques that depicts the unique confluence of temple architecture with Islamic design.
Here are five of the best cities to visit to explore Switzerland’s Italian spirit.
Source: Five Reasons You Need To Visit Ticino, Switzerland’s Enchanting Mediterranean Region
Central Railway’s suburban railway network has played a pioneering role in the socio-economic growth of the city of Mumbai and also heralded the advent of mass rapid transit systems in India…
Source: Tracing the journey of Central Railway as it completes 68 years of service
To say Suzhou has a lot of gardens is an understatement somewhat akin to saying China’s got a lot of people.
Source: Suzhou’s Surging Wave Pavilion (沧浪亭) – The Good Men Project
SWITZERLAND – a country famous for chocolate, army knives and the Alps. The European mountain range attracts around 120 million tourists every year, according to the WWF, but it’s not just the skiing that draws travellers to the Swiss Alps. There are plenty of outdoor pursuits to get stuck into in the warmer months – although your fitness might just be tested, as this travel writer found out.
Source: Switzerland holidays: Laax, in the Swiss Alps, is perfect for hiking, cow & scenery lovers
The question arises: what was so special about this school, which existed for just 14 years (1919-1933) and was forced to change its location three times in Germany due to the hostile reaction of conservative and nationalist forces?
Source: 100 years since the founding of the Bauhaus art school and movement: “A New Era”
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