The historical monument 'Kumbhalgarh Fort' in Rajasthan is famous for having the second-longest continuous wall in the world. Approximately how long is this wall?
Explanation:
The perimeter wall of the Kumbhalgarh Fort extends over 36 kilometers, making it the second-longest continuous wall in the world after the Great Wall of China.
The spectacular Vittala Temple complex at Hampi, renowned for its 56 musical pillars and iconic stone chariot, was patronized heavily by which Vijayanagara monarch?
Explanation:
While its construction began earlier, the Vittala Temple was heavily expanded and embellished under the reign of Emperor Krishnadevaraya (1509–1529 AD) of the Tuluva dynasty.
Explanation:
The pillars of the Vittala Temple emit musical notes when tapped gently and are classical examples of lithophones (musical stones), popularly called Saregama pillars.
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