Hawa Mahal

Hawa Mahal

Hawa Mahal, built-in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh of Jaipur, is a five-storeyed pyramidal like structure having 953 small decorated windows. The building is made of red and pink sandstone giving full testimony to the epithet of ‘Pink City’. Continue reading Hawa Mahal

Meenakshi Temple, Madhurai

Meenakshi Temple, Madhurai

Meenakshi Amman Temple situated in Madhurai, Tamil Nadu is one of the oldest and most important temples in India with its rich history and thousands of devotees thronging everyday and millions during its annual 10 days Thirukalyanam Festival. Nominated as Wonders of the World for its ashtonishing architecture. The temple has a 1000 pillar hall and 14 multistorey towering gateways. Continue reading Meenakshi Temple, Madhurai