A living spectacle: The popular landmarks of Asia
TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, announced the winners of its Travellers’ Choice® awards for Landmarks. Winners were determined using an algorithm that took into account the quantity and quality of reviews and ratings for landmarks worldwide, gathered over a 12-month period. TripAdvisor also conducts highly-rated tours to these award winning landmarks. Here’s a look at the Top 10 Travellers’ Choice landmarks of Asia.
Curated By: Madhu Kapparath
Amber fort, Jaipur, India
Located high on a hill, the formidable honey-hued Amber fort was built during the reign of Raja Man Singh in sixteenth century, its six large sections distinct in its rajput architectural style, each with its own gates and courtyards, overlooking the Maota Lake. Check out the exquisitely embellished Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors). Every inch of this room is covered with tiny chips of mirrors— colored and clear, in patterns of flower bouquets or abstract swirls. Those lucky to see it in the light of a flickering candle have marvelled at the breathtaking sight of ‘a glittering jewel box’.
Located high on a hill, the formidable honey-hued Amber fort was built during the reign of Raja Man Singh in sixteenth century, its six large sections distinct in its rajput architectural style, each with its own gates and courtyards, overlooking the Maota Lake. Check out the exquisitely embellished Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors). Every inch of this room is covered with tiny chips of mirrors— colored and clear, in patterns of flower bouquets or abstract swirls. Those lucky to see it in the light of a flickering candle have marvelled at the breathtaking sight of ‘a glittering jewel box’.
