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The Largest Railroad Trestle in the British Empire
If you’re a railroad buff and visiting Vancouver Island, you might want to check out the historic Kinsol Trestle. It is a restored railroad trestle on the old abandoned CN Rail line and now part of the Trans Canada Trail.
By Marco den Ouden4 years ago in Wander
When a Man's Home Really IS his Castle!
They say a man’s home is his castle but it is rare that a home really is a castle. We generally think of European royalty, but there is a distinctive group of wealthy industrialists who built homes that resembled castles. The Hearst Castle in San Simeon, California is one notable example. Another is the Boldt Castle in the Thousand Islands.
By Marco den Ouden4 years ago in Wander
Same Day Agra Tour by Car
Agra is a city of major tourist hub in India, the place where hidden the history of Mughals and their arts, all the beautiful destination in Agra almost made by the Mughals.
By Gokraftly4 years ago in Wander
Kolkata’s Howrah Bridge
The iconic structure of the Howrah Bridge completes 75 years of its existence this month. The historical landmark that has been synonymous with the City of Joy has been a witness to history, both in pre-Independence India and thereafter. The bridge has been not only been a part of history, literature and art, but also a significant part of popular culture — be it in commercial cinema or magazine art and caricature. From Satyajit Ray to Richard Attenborough and Mani Ratnam to Anurag Basu, the popular iconography of Kolkata has been celebrated by film-makers and photographers alike.
By prateek thakur4 years ago in Wander
About Fatehpur Sikri Complex
Fatehpur Sikri held a special meaning for Akbar after the time he visited the village of Sikri and was foretold about the birth of a son and heir to the Mughal throne, by renowned sufi saint, Shaikh Salim Chishti. Akbar was thrilled when the prophecy came true, and after Jahangir’s second birthday commenced the construction of what would be his capital for days to come. ‘Fatehpur’ meaning city of victory seemed apt a name for the new capital city that brought with it happy tidings of Akbar’s Gujarat campaign which led to Gujarat becoming a Mughal province in 1573.
By prateek thakur4 years ago in Wander
The Victoria Memorial museum
The Victoria Memorial Hall took a decade-and-half to build. When it opened in 1921, the museum showcased artefacts from across nearly 300 years.
By prateek thakur4 years ago in Wander
History of the Jews? Across India & Around the World
Different than other minorities (such as Jains, Sikhs, Buddhists), the Jews originally came from outside India to make their home. Just before the historic visit of Indian Prime Minister Modi to Israel in summer 2017 he penned a joint op-ed with Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel. They recognized this migration of Jews to India when they wrote:
By prateek thakur4 years ago in Wander
Essay on India Gate for Students and Children
This structure boasts of a beautiful architecture by India. It was first inaugurated in the year 1931 and it still has the same charm. Also, this structure reminds of us the sacrifices made by thousands of soldiers who have given their lives during the first world war. The essay on India gate is an insight into this famous memorial in India.
By prateek thakur4 years ago in Wander
Hawa Mahal history
However, as popular a visual the lattice windowed façade might be, there is still much about this 87-ft tall monument that many don’t know. (Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons, Ronakshah 1990)
By prateek thakur4 years ago in Wander
When Eternity Meets Beauty – An ultimate Guide to Gol Gumbaz, Karnataka
History never repeats, but you can visit historical monuments over and over again. How many ever times you visit the Gol Gumbaz in Karnataka, you feel like the first time. Built during the 16th century, it almost took 20 years to complete the construction of this architectural marvel. With 4 Minars and each having 7 floors, Gol Gumbaz is truly a treat for the eyes. Get ready to drop your jaws at this impressive structure in the state of Karnataka, India. Here’s a complete guide to the largest dome structure. How excited are you?
By prateek thakur4 years ago in Wander
Beautiful Babylon: Jewel of the Ancient World
Mesopotamia—“the land between two rivers”—gave birth to many of the world’s first great cities. The splendid city of Babylon, located between the waters of the Euphrates and the Tigris some 97 kilometers (60 miles) south of Baghdad, was one of them. Unlike the many towns that fell and disappeared, Babylon was resilient, rising from its own ashes time and again, even as new conquerors invaded and took over. The pleasure its occupiers enjoyed came at a price, however, since the highly desired Babylon would always be seen as a prize for the taking.
By praveen kumar 4 years ago in Wander
Humayun's Tomb, Delhi
Humayun’s Tomb, Delhi is the first of the grand dynastic mausoleums that were to become synonyms of Mughal architecture with the architectural style reaching its zenith 80 years later at the later Taj Mahal. Humayun’s Tomb stands within a complex of 27.04 ha. that includes other contemporary, 16th century Mughal garden-tombs such as Nila Gumbad, Isa Khan, Bu Halima, Afsarwala, Barber’s Tomb and the complex where the craftsmen employed for the Building of Humayun’s Tomb stayed, the Arab Serai.
By dev mehta 4 years ago in Wander