Rediscover India's journey of independence with Tourism Ministry's digital calendar- In pics

The first month, January features the image of the Red Fort of Delhi, where on August 15, 1947, India`s first Prime Minister hoisted the national flag and made it the very symbol of India`s sovereignty.

Jhansi Fort, Uttar Pradesh: This imposing fort played a key role in the revolution of 1857 and witnessed the fiery battle led by Rani Lakshmi Bai against the British.

The month of March features the Sabarmati Ashram of Gujarat, the home to Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi from 1917 until 1930. This Ashram served as one of the main centres of the Indian freedom struggle.

Jallianwala Bagh, Punjab: At this historic garden on April 13, 1919, British troops opened fire on a peaceful gathering of unarmed Indians - killing several hundred and wounding many more.

Cellular Jail, Andaman and Nicobar Islands: This 105-year-old colonial prison, once used by the British to exile political prisoners, symbolizes both the suffering and heroic struggle of India`s freedom fighters.Gateway of India rediscover the incredible journey that turned a welcome arch into a doorway to freedom.

Gateway of India, Mumbai: Built in the early 20th century in Indo-Saracenic style, the Gateway is where the British troops ceremoniously left India on February 28, 1948.

The month of July features the Iron Man of India Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, independent India`s first home minister, responsible for unifying 562 princely states to create a united country.

Khongjom War Memorial, Manipur: This monument commemorates the 1891 Anglo-Manipur War, noted by historians as one of the fiercest battles in the history of India`s freedom struggle.

The Residency Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Built as the residence of the British Resident General in the 19th century, this Residency witnessed dramatic battles during the Great Rebellion of 1857, such as the Siege of Lucknow.

The month of October features the image of INA Memorial where one can rediscover the incredible journey that turned an Indian Civil Services officer into a champion of freedom.

INA Memorial in Manipur is a monument dedicated to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, this is where the flag of the Indian National Army, formed by Bose in 1943, was first unfurled. The Memorial`s collection of war memorabilia is a reminder of his charismatic leadership.

The Vellore Fort in Tamil Nadu was the site of the famous Vellore Sepoy Mutiny of 1806, the first large-scale uprising of Indian soldiers against the British East India Company. The uprising is considered as the precursor to the Revolt of 1857.

December features the image of National War Memorial, the monument that pays tribute to Indian soldiers who laid down their lives defending the nation, post-independence. It also commemorates the soldiers who participated and made the supreme sacrifice in Peace Keeping Missions and Counter-Insurgency Operations.