Asia Castles & palaces + Religious pictures

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From the peak of Monkey Mountain to the shores of Cijin island, Taiwan’s Harbour Capital offers scenic waterfront views, bustling night markets and cultural gems.

This 16th-century emperor’s garden tomb, commissioned nine years after the ruler’s death, is an early example of red sandstone and marble Mughal architecture.

Peek inside regal palaces, courtyards and temples, spot beautiful artwork and learn about Jodhpur’s royal history at this magnificent 15th-century fortress.

A colorful and artistic Buddhist temple complex, this religious site stands atop a rocky cliff where you can see spectacular sea views. 

This 16th-century fort attracts visitors with its fusion of Hindu and Mughal architectural styles, grand halls, courtyards and beautiful views.

This 16th-century fort attracts visitors with its fusion of Hindu and Mughal architectural styles, grand halls, courtyards and beautiful views.

Among the most notable structures in Hyderabad, this 16th-century monument was erected to celebrate the end of a deadly plague. 

This 16th-century fort attracts visitors with its fusion of Hindu and Mughal architectural styles, grand halls, courtyards and beautiful views.

Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.

Visit ancient forts and sacred rivers, spot exotic wildlife amid beguiling landscapes, entice all your senses at bazaars and relax at colonial hill stations.

With space for 10,000 people at any one time, this enormous mosque is one of the most sacred sites for Muslims in Hyderabad. 

This vast, intricate work of mixed Mughal and Western architecture is one of the largest presidential residences in the world.

For an interesting day trip away from Bangkok, visit this former Thai capital, a historical park with ruins and magnificent statues.

Tour the temple complex where for many years imperial scholars would pray to the philosopher Confucius before sitting their tough examinations.

A collection of classic automobiles and historic family heirlooms fill the rooms of this regal palace, which has rolling lawns and bold statues outside. 

This vast, intricate work of mixed Mughal and Western architecture is one of the largest presidential residences in the world.

This magnificent monument to Buddha and the bodhisattvas is located in an expansive seaside temple complex of beautiful tropical gardens and rolling, green hills.

New Delhi’s museums, art galleries, markets, ancient monuments and architecture provide insight into the city’s blend of Mughal, Hindu and British history.

The majestic temples that sit atop a picturesque hill with panoramic views of Pune tell the story of the Peshwa dynasty.

This magnificent monument to Buddha and the bodhisattvas is located in an expansive seaside temple complex of beautiful tropical gardens and rolling, green hills.

These areas of Japan have seen major influences from Western nations during times of peace and war.

This vast, intricate work of mixed Mughal and Western architecture is one of the largest presidential residences in the world.

This 16th-century emperor’s garden tomb, commissioned nine years after the ruler’s death, is an early example of red sandstone and marble Mughal architecture.

This magnificent monument to Buddha and the bodhisattvas is located in an expansive seaside temple complex of beautiful tropical gardens and rolling, green hills.