Unesco World Heritage Sites – India’s Star Tourist Attractions

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India is one of the most sought after countries in the world when it comes to choose a right country for cultural and heritage tourism. Besides many historical and cultural sites, India is also home to many UNESCO world heritage sites which are considered as India’s star tourist attractions. Have a look at some of the most famous world heritage cultural sites of this country.

Fort, Delhi
Situated in the national capital of Delhi, the Red Fort is one of the most sought after monuments to see in India. This magnificent fort complex was constructed by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan after shifting his capital from Agra to Delhi. It is a massive complex built in red-sand stone and houses many beautiful architectural structures like Diwan-I-Khas, Diwan-I-Am, Mumtaz Mahal, Rang Mahal, Moti Masjid, Museum, etc.

Qutub Minar, Delhi
Qutub Minar in Delhi is a world heritage site and one of the most visited monuments in India. It is the largest brick minaret in the world. This towering minaret is constructed with red sand stone and marble. It is one of the most prominent examples of Indo-Islamic architecture. There ...
... are several ancient and medieval structures and ruins in surrounding of this magnificent minaret and collectively called as the Qutub Complex.

Humayun’s Tomb, Delhi
Humayun’s Tomb is one of the most beautiful and outstanding mughal monuments of India. It is located in Delhi, the capital city of India. This magnificent monument was constructed in the year 1570 by Hamida Begum (the widow of mughal emperor Humayun). It was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent and famous particularly for cultural significance and outstanding architectural beauty. The construction of the magnificent Taj Mahal in Agra is greatly inspired with the construction of the Humayun’s Tomb.

Taj Mahal, Agra
Taj Mahal in Agra is one of the most beautiful and most visited monuments in the world. It is India’s star tourist attraction and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The construction of this outstanding monument is made with white graceful marble. The matchless beauty of this building never fails to lure visitors coming from different parts of the word. This magnificent monument was constructed by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the commemoration of his most beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is also described as the Symbol of Love and Romance. Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri are two other UNESCO world heritage sites in Agra which attract tourists from all over the world.

Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, Ajanta & Ellora Caves in Maharashtra, Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya (Bihar), Elephanta Caves in Mumbai, Khajuraho Temples in Madhya Pradesh, Sanchi Stupa in Bhopal (MP), Sun Temple in Konark (Orissa), Churches & Convents of Goa, etc are some other UNESCO world heritage sites that can be attractions for many India tourism packages. One of the best ways to explore best of world heritage sites of India is Golden Triangle Tour Package which covers sites at Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.

Author Bio:-

Ravi Yadav is an eminent analyst and writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. He has authored many books on tour guide for India Tourism Packages and North India Tourism.
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