UNESCO World Heritage Sites in INDIA

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A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Taj Mahal is an iconic white marble mausoleum, a symbol of eternal love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. 

Taj Mahal, Agra 

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Known as the "Pink City," Jaipur's historic center boasts architectural wonders like Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, and the City Palace, collectively recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

City Palace, Jaipur 

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Renowned for its intricately carved temples with erotic sculptures, Khajuraho showcases medieval Indian art and is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Khajuraho Group of Monuments, Madhya Pradesh 

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Standing tall at 73 meters, the Qutub Minar is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the tallest brick minaret in the world, representing Indo-Islamic architecture. 

Qutub Minar, Delhi 

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Carved into the Charanandri hills, the Ellora Caves comprise Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist temples, showcasing a harmonious blend of art and religion, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Ellora Caves, Maharashtra 

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The largest mangrove forest in the world, the Sundarbans is home to the Bengal tiger and diverse flora and fauna, earning it recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Sundarbans National Park, West Bengal 

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The ruins of the medieval city of Vijayanagara, Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with impressive temples, palaces, and structures that reflect the grandeur of the Vijayanagara Empire. 

Hampi, Karnataka 

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Shaped like a colossal chariot with intricate carvings, the Konark Sun Temple is dedicated to the Sun God and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Konark Sun Temple, Odisha