A bulky, ancient stupa marks the site of Siddhartha Gautama's seminal Buddhist teaching.

The octagonal tower at this important Buddhist site was added many years after the temple's initial construction.

Known as the leaning temple, the sacred structure has somehow developed a severe nine-degree slant.

Many Hindus make the long pilgrimage to this holy city to have their remains burned on the banks of the Ganges River.

This opulent 16th-century Maharaja’s palace is a unique mix of Hindu and Muslim designs.

An ancient wall in the shadows of the Amber Castle.

More than half of this Indian palace is drowned but it looks all the more spectacular for it.

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

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

Sacred Indian temple that’s all monkey business.

A collection of items seized by the Indian Customs have been kept for display at the Old Customs House in Panaji.

A Zoroastrian funerary tower where excarnation rituals are carried out is threatened by the area's dwindling vulture population.

An architectural marvel that combines Gothic architecture with Indian elements.

An iconic fountain dedicated to the Roman goddess Flora stands in the heart of Mumbai.

A drinking water fountain in the heart of Mumbai, built by a father in memory of his son.

The place of worship for Zoroastrians, Mumbai's Parsi fire temples use fire and ash for purification.

Mumbai's angel.

Once an indicator of social class, the color blue has come to define this city on the edge of the Thar Desert.

Hidden in the shadow of a rocky fortress is one concubine’s long-forgotten legacy.

The clock tower is a prominent landmark in the bustling commercial hub in the heart of Jodhpur, showcasing intricate architecture and cultural significance.

This stunning 15th-century royal hill fort preserves the age of chivalry in Rajasthan.

Siddhartha Gautama sat here and received enlightenment.

This ancient Hindu temple is covered in thousands of colorful statues and has a long mythological history.

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