One man single-handedly dug a road right through a mountain after his wife died due to its interference.

A 66-million-year-old rock formation stands tall over Mumbai, offering stellar city views.

One of the tallest mountains in India was closed for years after a botched CIA mission.

On the Pakistan-India border the militaries perform an elaborate theater of aggression each and every night.

Tucked in Mumbai’s wealthiest neighborhood is one of the city’s oldest and most sacred sites: a temple complex believed to house the waters of the Ganges.

This opulent 16th-century Maharaja’s palace is a unique mix of Hindu and Muslim designs.

This small and unknown museum recounts the life of Mirabai, a remarkable mystic saint of the 16th century.

Camera cars and condom bikes built from scrap and one man's passion.

A small town in Rajasthan has been dubbed the "City of Stepwells," and Raniji ki Baori is the queen.

A magical expanse of colorful street murals lies hidden within the quiet neighborhood.

This precariously balanced boulder is said to be a hunk of stolen butter dropped by the gods.

Legend has it a commoner volunteered to be buried alive in the foundation so that the great fortress could be built.

World's tallest monolithic statue has served as a pilgrimage site since its completion in 993 CE.

Megalithic monuments resembling magic mushrooms.

Scholar, adventurer, saint, and instigator of the Goa Inquisition.

This bright pink Gandhi memorial was built so that sunshine hits a specific spot on his birthday.

A collection of crumbling mansions stand as a reminder of a more prosperous time in this Indian village.

This Gothic-style church is reputedly built atop the remains of one of Jesus's apostles.

There are millions of temples in India, but only one prominent temple dedicated to the Hindu creator god.

This 11th-century temple gave rise to the word "juggernaut," as well as some mysteries that defy scientific explanation.

Designed to serve primarily the Maharaja, this is an interesting variation on the traditional stepped well.

The world's largest bust sculpture celebrates the Hindu deity, Shiva.

This lavish estate recalls the opulent history of Calcutta.

This magical place built as an astronomical center starred as a James Bond villain's lair.