India in Pictures:

Taj Mahal, Agra

Few structures anywhere on the planet can be considered as romantic as the Taj Mahal in Agra

Built by an emperor in the 1600s as the final resting place of his favorite wife, .

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Kapaleeshwarar Temple

India is a land of temples, all just begging to be photographed.

One of the most beautiful is the Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Chennai,

a colorful Hindu temple dedicated to the god Shiva.

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Gateway of India

Mumbai

Located at the water's edge in downtown Mumbai,

the 26-meter-tall Gateway of India was erected in 1911 as a tribute to the British monarchy.

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The Ganges River, Varanasi

India has long been influenced by its mighty rivers.

Shown here passing through the city of Varanasi,

the spectacular 2,525-kilometer-long Ganges river

Bada Bagh, Jaisalmer

Once a royal garden, Bada Bagh – part of the magnificent Golden City in Jaisalmer

contains the cenotaphs of a variety of regional rulers' bygone days..

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Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai

Meenakshi Amman Temple

India's temples and shrines also provide spectacular interior photography opportunities,

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Golden Temple, Amritsar

the Golden Temple of Amritsar (Harmandir Sahib).

Built in 1604, this magnificent building is further enhanced by its waterside setting.

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Periyar National Park, Kerala

Some of the best photographs of India can be had in the countryside.

Here, the lush vegetation of Periyar National Park in Kerala is home to a variety of wildlife,

including countless bird species and elephants.

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Ellora Caves, Aurangabad

Started in the 5th century,

the spectacular Ellora Caves consist of 34 distinct monasteries, chapels

temples carved out of the rock face.

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Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur

Shown here lit up at night, the Mehrangarh Fort

also known as the "Blue City"

dominates the city of Jodhpur

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Darjeeling, West Bengal

Famous the world over for its tea

Darjeeling in West Bengal makes for a great jumping-off point for those wanting to explore the Himalayas.

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Murudeshwara Temple Murdeshwar

The great temple of Murudeshwara is dedicated to Lord Shiva and located near the beaches of Bhatkal in Karnataka.

The nearest place to Murdeshwar is Mangalore, about 150 km away.

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