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Puri Jagannath Temple

Puri Jagannath Temple is located in Puri (Odisha, Eastern
Coastal Plains). It is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites.
The temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath (a form of Vishnu).
Every year, the Rath Yatra (Chariot Festival) is celebrated here,

where huge chariots carry the deities. It is a symbol of Odisha’s
spiritual and cultural heritage. Puri Jagannath Temple

Gateway of India

Gateway of India is located in Mumbai (Western Coastal Plains).
It was built in 1924. It faces the Arabian Sea and was used to
welcome King George V to India. Today, it is one of Mumbai’s

most popular tourist attractions.
Gateway of India

Smart Stack

Cellular Jail is located in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It
is also known as Kala Pani. This jail was built by the British
to keep Indian freedom fighters in isolation. The jail has a
painful history but is now a national monument which
reminds us of India’s struggle for independence.

Remember

Bangaram Island

Bangaram Island is located in Lakshadweep. This tiny coral island is famous for its clear
waters, sandy beaches and marine life. It is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations

in India and is often called a tropical paradise.

Pause and Reflect

Why do you think rulers and kings built such grand monuments
in ancient India?

Analyse

Bangaram island

Challenges Faced by People

Different landforms offer natural beauty and resources, but they also create challenges
for the people living there. Let’s learn about these challenges.

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