This local institution has been serving Parsi staples since 1935.

This archaeological site was once a grand city of the Indus Valley Civilization with a sophisticated system for conserving water.

These four small islands contain unique hexagonal rock formations.

An architectural marvel that combines Gothic architecture with Indian elements.

A 19th-century church in South Mumbai built to commemorate those who died in the First Anglo-Afghan War and the retreat from Kabul in 1842.

Known as the wettest place on earth.

A towering work of stone and philosophy that was constructed using ancient Hindu science.

Known as the "Queen of Beach Markets," Calangute epitomizes Goa's beach flea market scene.

This sprawling stronghold has been at the center of some of South India's bloodiest wars.

Buddhist monk remarkably preserved because he started the mummification process while still living.

Scholar, adventurer, saint, and instigator of the Goa Inquisition.

Over 3 miles up in the Himalayas this pass is one of the highest drivable roads in the world.

The world's largest human gathering is held at the confluence of three sacred rivers, one of which is mythical.

One of the tallest mountains in India was closed for years after a botched CIA mission.

This rare basalt crater lake is used to study the Moon and Mars.

The world's largest bust sculpture celebrates the Hindu deity, Shiva.

The abandoned site of the Beatles spiritual awakening and subsequent revolt.

This weekly bazaar started in the 1960s as a way for hippie travelers to barter their goods.

At 8,000 feet, the world's highest tea estate draws visitors for both its products and its panoramic views.

A nearly unconquerable island-fort in the Indian Ocean.

The ancient water tanks remain some of the ruined city’s most beautiful architecture.

This experimental utopian "city of the future" in rural India may hold a dark secret.

Modest by day, illuminated majestically at sunset.

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