Historical monuments

The Colossus of Rhodes was a statue built to commemorate the successful defense of Rhodes city against a year-long siege by Demetrius Poliocretes. Standing approximately 108 feet tall, the tallest ancient statue is considered to be one of the original Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. However, it didn't stand for long: build by Chares of Lindos in 280BC, the colossus lasted only 54 years and collapsed during the earthquake of 226 BC. In accordance with a certain oracle, the Rhodians did…

because you just can't get anough shots of the sphynx

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As you land in Delhi, the first monument you visit is the tallest brick minaret in the world - the Qutub Minar! Read more about it here: https://expedition2india.com/information-on-india/monuments-of-india/qutub-minar#monuments-of-india #india #incredibleindia #qutubminar #delhi #usa #usatoindia #monumentsofindia #traveler

The #Charminar is a magnificent monument & mosque and is perhaps the icon of Hyderabad.

The Pattadakal Group of Temples are a harmonious blend of North and South Indian types of temple architectures and a beautiful site to visit.

Among the tourist places of Central India, Khajuraho stands as the dazzling diva. This World famous group of monuments which are considered as one of the Seven Wonders' of our country were built during the Chandella dynasty (950 AD -1050 AD). Khajuraho has the largest group of medieval Hindu and ...