7 Beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites to See in India

Taj Mahal, Agra: A massive white marble mausoleum in Agra, built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

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Ajanta Caves, Aurangabad:

Ajanta Caves, Aurangabad: Ancient Buddhist cave monuments in Ajanta dating back to the second and first century BC, with added decorative caves from the Gupta period, showcasing Buddhist religious art.

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Group of Monuments at Hampi, Karnataka:

Group of Monuments at Hampi, Karnataka: Hampi, the last capital of Vijayanagar, features impressive Dravidian temples and palaces constructed by wealthy princes between the 14th and 16th centuries.

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Kaziranga National Park, Assam:

Kaziranga National Park, Assam: One of eastern India's untouched areas, known for having the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses.

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Great Living Chola Temples, Tamil Nadu:

Great Living Chola Temples, Tamil Nadu: Magnificent temples built by Chola Empire kings across South India, including the famous Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur, Brihadisvara Temple at Gangaikondacholisvaram, and Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram.

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Sun Temple, Odisha:

Sun Temple, Odisha: The grand Sun Temple in Konark, representing the sun god Surya's chariot with 24 wheels and six horses, built in the 13th century.

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Hill Forts of Rajasthan:

Hill Forts of Rajasthan: Six majestic forts located in Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Sawai Madhopur, Jhalawar, Jaipur, and Jaisalmer, situated in the Indian state of Rajasthan.

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