India is a country which is surrounded by many beautiful and amazing architectural bulidings and along with this .It also has many great tourist attractions. The five largest bulidings built by British in India whose architectural art will surprise you. Seeing these bulidings of India you will not shy away from thanking the British.
India Gate (New Delhi)
India Gate visit is free and Open 24/7 but evening are popular for light show and vibrant atmosphere. The monument is beautiful illuminated after sunset,and the area become lively with street food vendors. A light and sound show runs from approximately 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Historical significance
India Gate was built as war memorial to honor the 70000Indian soldiers who died fighting for British army during world war-1 designed by Edwin lutyens the monument ‘s foundation was laid 1921 and it was in inaugurated in 1931. India Gate is counted among the largest war memorial of India.
Amar jawan jyoti -After India independence the Amareswara jawan jyoti was added to the archway to commemorate Indian Soldiers who died in the indo pakistan war of 1971.
other main places to visit
- qutub minar
- Lotus temple
- Akshardham temple
- shopping markets
- food market
- jama Masjid
- Hanuman temple
- Connaught place
- Red fort
Gateway of India (Mumbai)
Gateway of India taking a boat ride to elephanta cave, admiring architecture of the monument and walking around the area to see the sea view and Taj Mahal Palace. Entry to monument itself is free.
Historical significance
The Gateways of India was designed by British architect George wittet its construction began in 1913 and was completed in 1924. It was built to commemorate the arrival of British Emperor King George V and Queen Mary in India.
other main places to visit
- Haji Ali dargah
- juhu Beach ⛱️🏖️
- Elephanta cave
- Marine line
- Siddhivinayak mandir
- Flim city
- Sanjay Gandhi National park
- Chhatrapati Shivaji terminus
Rashtrapati Bhavan (New Delhi)
you can also visit the parliament museum which is located in the parliament library Building. Tours are guided and available for groups and visitors must carry a valid ID and fill out a visitor details from.
Historical significance
Rashtrapati Bhavan pass design by Sir Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker Its Construction began in 1912 as the viceroy’s house during British rule was completed in 1929.
Mugal garden (Rashtrapati Bhavan)
Mugal garden of Rashtrapati Bhavan is now known as Amrit udyan a 15 acre garden designed by Sir Edwin lutyens open to the public for a limited period each year. Usually in spring it features diverse flowers including numerous rose and Bougainvillea varieties as well as fountains and circular gardens. The garden is blend of Mughal and British architecture style offering a tranquil experience .
Old Parliament House (New Delhi)
The old Parliament House was designed by British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens and Herbert barker and built by lord Irwin in 1927. The new parliament building was designed by Bimal patal while it was constructed by Tata projects limited.
Victorica Memorial Kolkata
The Victoria memorial in Kolkata was built through the efforts of the then victory lord Curzon and its chief architect was William Emerson. It was built in memory of queen Victoria who died in 1901. The construction work took place between 1906 and 1921. It was opened to public in 1921.After 1947 when India got independence many things were added to it this buliding also a garden spread over 24 arces.
other main places to visit
- Birla temple
- Indian museum
- science city
- Eden garden
- St.paul Cathedral kolkata
- Fort Williams
- Dakshineswar Kali temple
Fort St George (chennai)
Fort St George in Chennai is a historic fort and government complex built by the British East India company in 1639 -1640 . It is the first English fortress in india. Today it houses the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly, the St Mary’s Church and fort George museum.
Timing – 5:30 am to 6:00 pm , Friday close
Experience a light and sound show in the evening which adds to the grandeur of the monument.
other main places to visit
- Guindy National park
- Chennai rail museum
- Central museum
- Ranganathan street
- Arignar Anna zoological Park
- Marina Beach ⛱️🏖️