India monuments quiz: temples, forts, tombs and palaces
Read a clue about a famous monument and tap where it stands on the map of India. The clues cover everything from world-famous landmarks to smaller local monuments, and each answer comes with a short explanation.
Monuments day on PinSprint is every Wednesday, and you can play the monuments rounds on any day.
140+ map clues and 115+ quiz questions in this collection, covering 36 states and union territories.
What's covered
- Temples, mosques, churches, gurdwaras and monasteries
- Forts, palaces and tombs
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Museums, memorials and landmarks in every state and union territory
Try three sample questions
1. Which fort overlooking Jaipur is closely associated with Raja Man Singh I?
- • Amer Fort
- • Jaigarh Fort
- • Mehrangarh Fort
- • Nahargarh Fort
Show the answer
Amer Fort. Raja Man Singh I began major construction of the palace-fort complex.
2. Which Buddhist site near Varanasi contains the Dhamek Stupa?
- • Bodh Gaya
- • Kushinagar
- • Sanchi
- • Sarnath
Show the answer
Sarnath. The site is associated with the Buddha's first sermon after enlightenment.
3. Which fort in Tamil Nadu is famous for its multiple defensive walls and association with the Marathas, Mughals and French?
- • Dindigul Fort
- • Fort St. George
- • Gingee Fort
- • Vellore Fort
Show the answer
Gingee Fort. The extensive hill-fort complex changed hands among several regional and colonial powers.
How to score higher
- Architecture hints at the region. Hoysala, Chola, Mughal and Rajput styles each have a home area.
- Check whether the clue mentions a river, a hill or the sea. Many monuments are placed by water or on high ground.
- Use the state named in the clue, then think of its heritage cities.
How scoring works
Each map clue is worth up to 100 points. Tap within about 15 km of the right spot for full marks. The score falls steadily with distance and reaches zero at 1,000 km. Five clues make a round of up to 500 points. In the multiple-choice quiz, faster correct answers score more and streaks add a bonus, for a best score of 1,300.
Frequently asked questions
- Does it include UNESCO World Heritage Sites?
- Yes. Many World Heritage Sites appear alongside smaller local monuments.
- Is the monuments quiz free?
- Yes. There is no sign-up and no cost.