List of 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India 2023
Taj Mahal, Agra - a magnificent marble mausoleum and a symbol of love, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Agra Fort, Agra - a red sandstone fortress located near the Taj Mahal, which served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors.
Ajanta Caves, Maharashtra - a complex of 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments that date back to the 2nd century BC.
Ellora Caves, Maharashtra - a complex of 34 rock-cut Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist cave monuments that date back to the 6th century AD.
Group of Monuments at Hampi, Karnataka - the ruins of the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, featuring impressive temples, palaces, and public buildings.
Khajuraho Group of Monuments, Madhya Pradesh - a complex of Hindu and Jain temples famous for their intricate erotic sculptures.
Sun Temple, Konark - a 13th-century temple in Odisha built in the shape of a massive chariot, adorned with intricate carvings of gods, goddesses, and mythical creatures.
Red Fort Complex, Delhi - a massive fort built in the 17th century that served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors.
Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh - a well-preserved abandoned city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century.
Hill Forts of Rajasthan - a group of six forts in the state of Rajasthan that served as military defenses, royal residences, and centers of art and culture. The forts are located in Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Ranthambore, Jaisalmer, Gagron, and Amber.