India offers visitors stunning natural landscapes and iconic cultural attractions. There are 37 UNESCO World Heritage sites in India. Start with these on your next visit.
Cultural
- Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi: This site contains a collection of Buddhist monuments including palaces, temples and monasteries, some dating back to the first and second centuries B.C.
- Hill Forts of Rajasthan: Housed in the state of Rajasthan, the forts are located in Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Sawai Madhopur, Jhalawar, Jaipur and Jaisalmer.
- Taj Mahal: The most recognizable site on the list, the white marble mausoleum was built 1631–1648 and designated a World Heritage Site in 1983.
Natural
- Great Himalayan National Park Conservation Area: The park in the Himalayan Mountain range boasts high alpine peaks, alpine meadows and riverine forests.
- Manas Wildlife Sanctuary: The wildlife sanctuary is located at the foot of the Himalayas and is home to numerous endangered species, including the pygmy hog and Indian elephant.
- Western Ghats: This mountain range is older than the Himalayas. The site features biophysical and ecological processes key to India’s biodiversity.
Mixed
- Khangchendzonga National Park: The only mixed cultural and natural site is located in the heart of the Himalayan Mountain range in northern India.
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