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Cellular Jail, Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar
Year of Completion: 1906
During India’s struggle for independence, many prominent Indian activists were lodged in this remote prison situated in the Indian Ocean. The construction of the prison took a decade and the bricks used in its erection were brought from Myanmar. The prison derives its name from the [...]
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The Taj Mahal, Agra
Year of Completion: 1648
This striking edifice was built by emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum in memory of Queen Mumtaz. Built on a large pedestal and surrounded by four minarets, each more than 40 meters tall, the principal designer of the Taj Mahal is generally considered to be Ustad Ahmed Lahauri.
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Victoria Memorial, Kolkata
Year of Completion: 1921
Situated in the middle of a sprawling park, Victoria Memorial was built in memory of Queen Victoria who ruled India from 1876 to 1901. The building at present serves as a museum and exhibits the throne of Shah Jahan and the royal gown of Queen Elizabeth I among other things. [...]
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Gateway of India, Mumbai
Year of Completion: 1924
The Gateway of India was built to celebrate the arrival of King George V and Queen Mary. The central dome of this massive structure is 15 metres in diameter and stands 26 metres high. Reinforced granite and yellow basalt was used in its construction. Designed by architect George Wittet, [...]
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