The world's largest human gathering is held at the confluence of three sacred rivers, one of which is mythical.

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

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

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

The beautiful 16th-century stepwell lies in the shadow of a famous fortress.

An ancient curse kept humans from living on the water, and now it's brimming with rare wildlife and is one of the most pristine rivers in India.

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

Megalithic monuments resembling magic mushrooms.

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

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

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

This 16th-century mosque is the hallmark of the African architectural legacy in India.

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

The mysterious empty cupola behind the monumental arch points to an ancient prophecy of Delhi.

This weekly bazaar started in the 1960s as a way for hippie travelers to barter their goods.

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

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

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

At this sweet shop, the descendants of a royal chef serve up the fudge-like dessert his ancestor invented for a king.

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

This fortress played a key role in the battle that would ultimately give rise to the Maratha Empire.

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

Hidden in the rain-forests of Arunachal Pradesh in Northeast India lies the village of Ziro, home to the Apatanis.

Nestled among the artifacts of the National Crafts Museum, this hidden gem offers hard-to-find regional foods from all over India.