Architecture in India

The mysterious empty cupola behind the monumental arch points to an ancient prophecy of Delhi.

There are millions of temples in India, but only one prominent temple dedicated to the Hindu creator god.

Legend has it a commoner volunteered to be buried alive in the foundation so that the great fortress could be built.

Ornate, dome-topped cenotaphs fill this royal crematorium.

The painted and decorated towers of this Hindu shrine were once the tallest structures in one of the oldest cities in India.

This 17th-century mausoleum is topped with an acoustic marvel.

A collection of crumbling mansions stand as a reminder of a more prosperous time in this Indian village.

This otherworldly palace-mausoleum complex is the stuff eternal dreams are made of.

This bright pink Gandhi memorial was built so that sunshine hits a specific spot on his birthday.

This hilltop warren of monastic dwellings is the result of centuries worth of Mongol attacks.

This lavish estate recalls the opulent history of Calcutta.

The world's second-largest sundial, made entirely out of stone.

A complex of six forts embedded in the Rajasthan hills.

The 953 windows undoubtedly make this the world's most beautiful screened porch.

A mecca for India's Jains.

The former Willingdon Airport started operations in 1929, in India's capital, Delhi. Now, it's used for maintenance runs and helicopter rides.