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India is a multicultural country and this cultural diversity makes India tour is the most prefered tourist itinerary in the world. World heritage pronounces the age old cultural, traditions and customs of a country. But the major aspect that live to tell the stories of the periods gone by are the monumental structures that witnessed each and every episode occurred during that time. From time to time many Indian monuments have been declared as world heritage sites. Explore and discover the world hertiage sites during your India tour.

Taj Mahal

The most famous tourist destination in India the world over is the Taj Mahal. One of the seven wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal is the monument that expresses the depth of love. It is the symbol of the endless power of love. A must-visit for tourists planning for a India tour.

The Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of her beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. The building of Taj Mahal was commenced in 1630 AD. It took 12 years to get it completed and it was a fruit of the hardwork of 20,000 labourers.

Qutub Minar

Qutub Minar is the biggest example of the Delhi Sultanate's monumental legacy. It was built by Qutb-u'd-Din Aibak in 1199 AD for the use of Mu'azzin (crier) to give calls for prayer. Qutb-u'd-Din Aibak constructed only the first story. Later his successor and son-in-law, Shamsu'd-Din IItutmish added three more storeys to it. Each story is surrounded by an encircled balcony and supported by stone brackets.

Khajuraho Temples

Khajuraho temples are the most visited temple sites in India. These temples were constructed by the Chandela rulers. Out of eighty-five magnificently carved temples, only twenty-five are left now. Khajuraho temples are famous for its sculptural art, which is so intricate that it is hard to believe that these were created by human hands. Khajuraho temples are dedication to womenhood.

Sun Temple, Konark

The Sun Temple of Konark in Orissa, is a chariot of the Sun God with 12 pairs of beautifully carved wheels, drawn by galloping horses. It was built in the 1250 AD, during the reign of the Ganga King Narasimhadeva-I.

Sanchi Stupa

Sanchi Stupa are the most popular symbol of the rise and spread of Buddhism in India. Sanchi Stupa in Gaya are presently under a UNESCO project. Sanchi and Satdhara, a Buddhist site, 10 km southeast of Sanchi, is being further excavated, conserved and environmentally developed.

Other world heritage sites located in India are Ajanta Caves, Agra Fort, Ellora Caves, Fateh Pur Sikri, Pattadakal, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Churches of Goa, Mamallapuram, Humayun Tomb, Hampi and Brihadisavara Temple.

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