Most Photographed Monuments of India

India is known for its rich historical heritage. This lays back to more than 100 years ago. In this way, various photographers in the world have found it a privilege to take shots of these monuments. This includes cultural and architectural photographs and therefore if you are a traveller and a passionate photographer, definitely India is the place to keep you on toes.

Below are the most photographed monuments of India:

1.      Taj Mahal

 

This is among the most photographed monuments of India. This monument was commissioned in 1632 and constructed by 1643, it was completed and opened in 1648. Therefore, it is approximately 370 years old. Taj Mahal provides a good visual impression, a huge historical significance and therefore recording a very high number of tourists, which shot from 2 million in 2001 to approximately 8 million in 2014 as recorded by UNESCO. Taj Mahal’s photographs are best captured early in the morning or just when the sun sets or descends, which is a beautiful and light touch that of course creates a good visual impression. During a full moon, you can also capture the best and impressive photographs of the Taj Mahal.

2.       Qutub Minar, Delhi

 

This monument was built in the early 13th century at the southern part of Delhi. This monument has a tower which is called the red sandstone tower which rises to as high as 72.5 meters, with a diameter of 14.32 meters at the base and 2.75 meters at the peak. The Qutub Minar monument has The Alai-Darwaza Gate, the Indo -Muslim art masterpiece and 2 mosques. These beautiful monuments attract various tourists from India and the world at large. Photographers from all around the world visit the Qutub Minar compound to take the various photos of people, architecture and landscapes. It is also beautiful to take photographs of moving planes that pass across the red sandstone tower which bring a dramatic look. Of course, the red sandstone pillar is Delhi’s skyline which gives photographers an urge to take photos of it from different angles.

3.          The Gateway of India

 

The Gateway of India is considered very historical as it is a monument that represents the city of Mumbai, India. It was built to honour the visit of King George V to India in 1911. It is 85 feet high, located at the waterfront of the Arabian Sea. With a combination of both the Muslim and Hindu architectural styles, it brings out beautiful scenery and an impressive urge of taking photographs of the monument. The gateway having the capacity of 2000 to 2500 people, gives it an opportunity for many people visiting the place. Therefore, various professional photographers get an opportunity of taking photographs of the monument as it hosts the Elephanta Festival of Music and Dance. The monument has various beautiful features that can attract one to take photos unstoppably. /The features include the hall inside The Gateway of India, the internal view of the Dome and Swami Vivekanda’s monument which can raise the photographer’s eyebrows.

4.      Kornak sun temple

 

This monument attracts various people from India and the world at large. It is located at the coastline of Odisha. It is 61 meters high and made of carved stone. This temple is dedicated to the Hindu god, Suriya. The temple became ruins due to unknown controversies caused by the Muslim armies between 15th and 17th centuries. Since then the ruined temple became a monument, which attracted many people. The monument has got very good architectural designs and features that make one to take photographs of the place. These features include its panoramic view, various sculptures of a young woman, the Bansuri musician and the details of the curved chariot wheel.

5.          Sanchi Stupa

 

Sanchi Stupa is a Buddhist shrine located in the Sanchi Township of Madya Pradesh. This shrine is a 3rd-century relic. It was designed during the reign of Asoka the Great. It is a domelike structure with great architectural designs; give it a good visual impression, which brings tourists from all over the world and photographers too.

The above five monuments are the most photographed in India due to their attractive features.