Behind the Lens

a blog every Friday on a specific species of animal or bird and stories of photos

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Konark

On the shores of the Bay of Bengal, bathed in the rays of the rising sun, is the monumental temple of Konark, a representation of the sun god Surya's chariot, led by a team of seven horses with 24 intricately designed wheels adorned in symbolic designs, one of the finest examples of Brahmin architecture and belief.

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Dholavira

A four and a half hour drive from Bhuj, deep in the arid desolation of Kutch, lies an island in the salt pans. Here the ruins of a 5000 year old mega city from the times of the Indus Valley Civilization, known locally as Kotada timba, were discovered. Located on the Khadir bet island in the Great Rann of Kutch - Dholavira - is one of the five largest Harappan sites, the grandest city of its time and the most prominent site in India.

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Hawa Mahal

Jaipur's Hawa Mahal (The Palace of Winds) is undoubtedly one of the most distinctive monuments in India. It is certainly one of the most iconic landmarks in Jaipur. Located at Badi Chaupar (Big Square), in the walled Old City of Jaipur, it is part of India’s popular Golden Triangle Tourist Circuit and can be easily accessed by rail, road or air.

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