UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India

You MUST Visit!

Agra Fort

Also known as the Red Fort of Agra, is a majestic 16th-century monument in Agra, India, built by Mughal emperor Akbar. it was the main residence of Mughal rulers until 1638.

Ajanta Caves

Carved into cliffs over two millennia ago (2nd century BCE to 6th century CE), the Ajanta Caves in India are a treasure of Buddhist art. 

Ellora Caves

The Ellora Caves are one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Maharashtra, India. It’s one of the largest rock-cut Hindu temple cave complexes in the world, featuring artwork dating from 600-1000 CE.

Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal is an architecture marvel from Uttar Pradesh, India. It is a white marble mausoleum built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to house a tomb of his second wife- Mumtaj Mahal. 

Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram

The Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram is a collection of incredible religious monuments created between the 7th and 8th centuries AD. It’s located in the coastal town of Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu.

Konark Sun Temple

The Konark Sun Temple is a 13-century temple situated in Odisha and one of the most famous Brahman sancturies in India. It is dedicated to the God Sun.

Kaziranga National Park

This national park is situated in Assam state of India. It houses the massive two-third population of world’s Indian one-horned rhinoceroses.

Keoladeo National Park

The Keoladeo National Park, also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park, is a national park situated in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India reknowned for diverse wildlife.

Manas Wildlife Sanctuary

This national park is situated in Assam and is home to a rich biodiversity. It is known for the endangered species habitat.

Churches and Convents of Goa

This is a site that comprises 7 churches and convents built by Portugese in 16th and 17th century when Goa was the capital of Portuguese India and a center for evangelism in Asia.

Fatehpur Sikri

Fatehpur Sikri is a abandoned city established by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1569. It was supposed to be the capital city of the empire. However, due to shortage of water for the growing population, it was left abandoned. 

Group of Monuments at Hampi

Hampi was the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire from 1336 to 1565. It was one of the most prosperous and influential empires in Indian history.

Khajuraho Group of Monuments

The Khajuraho Group of Monuments are a collection of Hindu and Jain temples located in Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.

Elephanta Caves

The Elephanta caves are situated on Elephanta Island or Gharapuri Caves (city of caves) in Mumbai, Maharashtra and are a collection of cave temples predominantly dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.

Great Living Chola Temples 13

These temples represent the zenith of Dravida architecture during the Chola dynasty’s rule in the 11th and 12th centuries.