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Mysore

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Mysore is a city in the southern state of Karnataka in India. It is the third-largest city in the state and is located at the base of the Chamundi Hills. Mysore is known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and beautiful architecture. One of the most popular attractions in Mysore is the Mysore Palace, also known as the Amba Vilas Palace. This palace was built in the early 20th century by the Wadiyar dynasty, who ruled the Kingdom of Mysore. The palace is a stunning example of Indo-Saracenic architecture and features intricate carvings and beautiful paintings. The palace is illuminated with thousands of lights during the Dussehra festival, which is one of the most popular festivals in Mysore. Another popular attraction in Mysore is the Chamundeshwari Temple, which is located atop the Chamundi Hills. The temple is dedicated to the goddess Chamundeshwari, who is a form of the Hindu goddess Durga. Visitors can climb up the steps of the hill or take a vehicle to reach the temple, which

Taj mahal

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  The Taj Mahal is an iconic symbol of India located in the city of Agra in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh. It is a mausoleum made of white marble, commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal who died during childbirth in 1631. The construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and was completed in 1653, taking a total of 21 years to build. The Taj Mahal is an architectural masterpiece, designed by the renowned architect Ustad Ahmad Lahauri. The mausoleum is built on a square platform with four minarets on each corner. The main structure is a large white marble dome with intricate carvings and inlaid with precious stones, surrounded by four smaller domes. The entire structure is adorned with beautiful calligraphy and intricate floral motifs. The interior of the Taj Mahal is equally stunning, with walls adorned with intricate carvings and inlaid with precious stones. The central chamber houses the tombs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan, both

great wall china

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  The Great Wall of China is a series of walls and fortifications that stretch over 13,000 miles across northern China, built over a period of several centuries by successive Chinese dynasties, including the Qin, Han, Sui, and Ming dynasties. The wall was constructed using various materials, including brick, tamped earth, stone, and wood, and its design varied depending on the terrain. Today, the Great Wall is a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of China's cultural heritage and resilience. The Great Wall of China is one of the most iconic and recognizable landmarks in the world. Built over a period of several centuries, the wall stretches over 13,000 miles (21,000 km) across northern China, making it the longest wall in the world. Construction on the Great Wall began as early as the 7th century BCE, during the Zhou dynasty, but it was not until the third century BCE, during the Qin dynasty, that the wall was first built on a large scale. The first emperor of China, Qin Shi Hu