A tribute to the creator of the present day Hindu number system.

The last remaining colonial-era Italian church in Old Goa.

This 15th-century mosque is a beautiful blend of Hindu and Islamic architecture.

This ruined relic of the medieval city of Jahanpanah is a quiet oasis in the middle of New Delhi.

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

In Mumbai, a bright blue synagogue is the largest one for the Baghdadi Jewish community in Asia.

This colorful colonial neighborhood in Panjim is one of the only Latin Quarters in Asia.

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

A small town in Rajasthan has been dubbed the "City of Stepwells," and Raniji ki Baori is the queen.

This 16th-century mosque is the hallmark of the African architectural legacy in India.

This Gothic-style church is reputedly built atop the remains of one of Jesus's apostles.

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

This lavish estate recalls the opulent history of Calcutta.

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

Miraculous vase predicts the future at this Tibetan Buddhist site in the Himalayas.

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

Siddhartha Gautama sat here and received enlightenment.

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

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

The world's largest secondhand book market is a haven for bibliophiles and bargain hunters.

The oldest still-inhabited hill fort in India looks like a magnificent golden sandcastle.

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

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

This peaceful Sikh gurudwara serves around 50,000 free meals every day within its gilded walls.