India: the name evokes a country as vast as a continent, rich with the manmade and natural wonders of a civilization dating back 4,500 years. With exquisite photography of this land's diverse styles of architecture and art-both religious and secular-and of its stunning natural landscapes, this book catalogues India's marvels. Great attention is paid to locating India's treasures in a cultural and historical context, and each marvel is accompanied by descriptions that will transport you to a world simultaneously containing the ancient and the modern.
Savor this journey through the country's grandest palaces, public places, mosques, museums, and mansions, and experience the awe of its tremendously varied geography of deserts, wetlands, mountains, forests, and inlets. From Delhi's sweeping Lodhi Gardens to the fantastic Lake Palace at Udaipur, from the beaches of Goa to the iconic Taj Mahal, 100 Wonders of India reveals the treasures of this fascinating country with detailed descriptions and breathtaking photography.