Heritage Destinations in India

India is the land of vibrant culture and diverse heritage. This is the only place where one can find people following different religion, culture, languages and difference life style but bear the same spirit of nationality.

Despite of having diversity, India is prominent for “Unity in Diversity”. In India people celebrate different festivals like Janmashtami, Holi, Dassehera, Christmas, Rakshabandhan, Deepawali, Id-ul-Zuha, Ramnavami, Guru Nanak Jayanti etc.

Indian heritage is well known for its beauty and royalty all over the world. Heritage destinations in India are one of the most visited tourist destinations. They have always been an incredible choice for exploring the past and culture of India.

Agra Fort in Uttar Pradesh, Ajanta and Ellora Claves in Maharashtra, Qutub Minar in Delhi, Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh, Red Fort in Delhi, and Taj Mahal in Uttar Pradesh are some of the famous heritage destinations in India that speaks up the Indian history.

Some Heritage Destinations in India:

Taj Mahal in Uttar Pradesh- Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful creations of man in this Earth. It is "the epitome of love", "a monument of immeasurable beauty" and one of 7 wonders of the world. The construction of the building began around 1632 and was completed around 1653. The name "Taj Mahal" was derived from the name of Shah Jahan wife Mumtaz Mahal and means "Crown Palace".

Ajanta and Ellora Claves in Maharashtra- Ajanta and Ellora Claves in Maharashtra has been designated as a World Heritage Site in India. Here the walls and ceilings of the caves are decorated with the beautiful paintings that depict incidents from the life of the Buddha and various Buddhist divinities.

Fatehpur Sikri in Uttar Pradesh- Fatehpur Sikri (the city of Victory) was the capital of Mughal Empire that was built in the second half of the 16th century. Royal city which is located in Uttar Pradesh blended with both Islamic and Hindu elements in their architectural style.

Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks- Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks are situated in Chamoli, Uttarakhand. The beautiful land is abundant of flora and fauna like Brahma-Kamal and Bharal (blue mountain goat) that made it a sanctuary of nature.

Konark Temples in Orissa- Konark Sun Temple often called as the Black Pagoda is dedicated to God Sun. It was built in 13th century by Raja Narasinghs Deva-I of the Ganga Dynasty. The temple was a representative of the Chariot of the Sun with 12 pairs of huge wheels and 7 horses.

Mahabaleshwar temple in Karnataka - Mahabaleshwar temple, a sacred Hindu pilgrimage is located in Gokarna. Mahabaleshwar derives its name from Lord Mahabali (Lord Shiva). Mahabaleshwar is the highest point of the Western Ghats and is known for its two ancient temples - the Krishna or Panchganga temple and the Old Mahabaleshwar temple.

Buddhist Monuments in Madhya Pradesh- Buddhist Monuments (monolithic pillars, palaces, temples and monasteries) in Sanchi are the most ancient examples of Buddhist art and architecture, a World Heritage site with Buddhist monuments are from the age of late 7th or early 8th century. It is the oldest wooden building in the world.

Mahabodhi Temple Complex in Bihar- Mahabodhi Temple Complex in Bihar is the earliest Buddhist temples built entirely in brick. It is the ancient brick structure that was built in 3rd century B.C. It is also known as "Great Awakening Temple" in Bodh Gaya. It is the region where Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) attained enlightenment. And it is one of the four holy sites of Buddhism.