The beautiful 16th-century stepwell lies in the shadow of a famous fortress.

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.

The evocative ruins of a 1,000-year-old hill fort lie within a popular tiger reserve.

A pair of nearly 1,000-year-old temples profusely covered in meticulous stone carvings.

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.

A neglected bell tower in modern Colombo is a symbol of the city's colonial past.

This magnificent stepwell is designed as an inverted temple and adorned with 1,500 sculptures.

Temples adorned with intricate, erotic sculptures make up one of the "seven wonders" of India.

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

This 11th-century temple gave rise to the word "juggernaut," as well as some mysteries that defy scientific explanation.

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

This 500-year-old stepwell descends seven levels deep into the ground.

A fresco in this magnificent palace is said to have been the first depiction of the Taj Mahal's design.

The Kaveri River cuts through the rocky terrain then drops off to form these misty falls.

Modest by day, illuminated majestically at sunset.

Rock-cut cave complex filled with ancient Buddhist artwork.

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

Once where royalty entertained guests, this opulent table is now one of the longest in the world.

This complex of vertically-excavated Buddhist, Jain, and Hindu monolithic temples in India's Maharashtra providence illustrates a spirit of tolerance characteristic of ancient India.

Half-size replica of the Taj Mahal.

A 66-million-year-old rock formation stands tall over Mumbai, offering stellar city views.

Nineteen ancient rock-cut Buddhist caves can be found on the outskirts of Mumbai.