Brihadeeswarar Temple

The Peruvudaiyar Koyil  also known as Brihadeeswarar Temple and Rajarajeswaram, at Thanjavur in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva and a brilliant example of the major heights achieved by Cholas in Tamil architecture. It is a tribute and a reflection of the power of its patron Raja Raja Chola I. It remains India's largest temple and is one of the greatest glories of Indian architecture. The temple is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Temples”. This temple is one of India's most prized architectural sites. The temple stands amidst fortified walls that were probably added in the 16th century. The vimana — or the temple tower — is 216 ft (66 m) high and is among the tallest of its kind in the world. There is a big statue of Nandi (sacred bull), carved out of a single rock, at the entrance .The entire temple structure is made out of hard granite stones. Built in 1010 AD by Raja Raja Chola in Thanjavur, Bragadeeswarar Temple, also popularly known as the ‘Big Temple', turned 1000 years old in 2010.

Cheraman Juma Masjid is believed to be the first mosque in India that was built around 629 AD. It is a place where Juma prayers were initially started. It is situated in Methala Village of Kodungalloor taluk, Kerala. The mosque is unique in its look and is based on a blend of traditional Kerala and Arabian art and architecture.The mosque is built in the Indo-Saracenic architectural style and has magnificently crafted woodwork. Traditional Kerala brass lamps are used that are mostly found in Hindu temples. An ancient ceremonial pond is still intact near the mosque. The Ramadan and Bakrid festivals are celebrated with great enthusiasm in this mosque.

'Dargah Sharif' or 'Holy Dargah' is one of the most sacred Muslim shrines in the country. It is situated in Ajmer. It is acclaimed by both Hindus and Muslims. It is the tomb of Khwaja Moin-ud-din Chisti, a Sufi saint who came from Persia and devoted his life to the service and upliftment of the poor and downtrodden. People of all walks of life and faith from all over the world, irrespective of their caste, creed and belief; visit this great shrine to offer the flowers of their respect and devotion. The rich and the poor stand side by side to pay homage and respect to this divine soul. The Dargah has a massive gate with silver doors. A silver railing and a marble screen surround the actual tomb of the saint and it is made up of marble with a gold plated dome.

The Jama Masjid is one of the famous shrines in India. This is the largest and glorious mosque present in India.  This mosque is built by the Mughal Emperor Saha Jahan in year 1656 AD. Built with the sandstone and white marble, The Jama Masjid, is a unique combination of Hindu and Islamic architecture. This mosque stands in the heart of national capital, Delhi i.e. Chandani Chowk of Old Delhi. This mosque is built near Red Fort. It is also known by the name of Masjjid-I-Jahanuma (mosque commanding the view of the world). Jama Masjid's courtyard has a capacity to accommodate 25000 devotees at a time. This mosque has three arched gateways and wider staircase built of red sandstone. It has three gateways to reach to the courtyard north, south and east (Royal gate).