World Heritage Sites in India

World Heritage destinations or World Heritage Sites are called such places, forest area, mountain, lake, desert, monument, building or city etc., which are selected by the 'World Heritage Site Committee' and this committee supervises these sites under the aegis of UNESCO's . UNESCO 'World Heritage Day' is also celebrated on 18th April every year to preserve the cultural-historical sites of the world as heritage. A total of 32 sites of India's historical significance are listed on the World Heritage Sites list. These include 25 cultural, 7 natural categories.

An objective-

The place which is important for humanity from the point of view of world culture, the objective of 'World Heritage Site Committee' is to select and preserve such sites in the world. Financial assistance is also provided to such sites in certain circumstances under this committee.

World Heritage Day Begins-

On 18th April, the 'World Heritage Day' was celebrated for the diversity and protection of cultural-historical and natural heritage for awareness on protected places. A symposium organized by the 'International Council of Mountaineering and Sight' in Tunisia was suggested to celebrate 'World Heritage Day' on April 18, 1982, which was accepted by the Executive Committee. On November 18, 1983, in the 22nd session of the UNESCO Conference, every 18th April passed the proposal to celebrate 'World Heritage Day'.

Work of Heritage Conservation-

Each heritage site is the property of that particular country, in which country it is located. The interest of the international community for the future generations and for the benefit of humanity is also in the interest of protecting them. It is the responsibility of the whole world community to protect it. To protect any heritage, two organizations are assessed by 'International Monuments and Place Council' and 'World Conservation Association'. Then the World Heritage Committee is recommended. The committee settles once a year and decides whether to include any nominated property in the World Heritage List or not. The 'World Heritage Site Committee' oversees the selected locations, such as forest area, mountain, lake, desert, monument, building or city etc. under the aegis of UNESCO.

World Heritage Site

After the United Nations Convention on the Human Environment in Stockholm, Sweden, in 1972 on the proposal of 'International Nature Conservation Association', the General Assembly of UNESCO approved the conference on natural and cultural heritage of the world on November 16, 1972. Given The meeting of 'World Heritage Committee' was started in June 1977.

Indian Heritage sites Under the World Heritage List-
UNESCO has included many historic sites in India on the World Heritage list. This world heritage site declared by UNESCO -

1.       Taj Mahal - Uttar Pradesh [1983]	2.      Agra Fort - Uttar Pradesh [1983]	3.                  Ajanta Caves - Maharashtra [1983]
4.                  Ellora Caves - Maharashtra [1983]	5.                  Sun Temple of Konark - Odisha [1984]	6.                  Memorial Group of Mahabalipuram - Tamil Nadu [1984]
7.                  Kaziranga National Park - Asam [1985]	8.                  Manas Wildlife Sanctuary - Asam [1985]	9.                  Keoladeo National Park - Rajasthan [1985]
10.               Churches and monasteries of Old Goa - Goa [1986]	11.                Mughal City, Fatehpur Sikri - Uttar Pradesh [1986]	12.               Hampi Memorial Group - Karnataka [1986]
13.               Khajuraho Temple - Madhya Pradesh [1986]	14.               Elephanta Caves - Maharashtra [1987]	15.               Pattadakkal Memorial Group - Karnataka [1987]
16.               Sundarbans National Park - W. Bengal [1987]	17.               The Vrihadeswara Temple Thanjavur - Tamilnadu [1987]	18.               Nanda Devi National Park - Uttarakhand [1988]
19.               Buddhist monument of Sanchi - Madhya Pradesh [1989]	20.              Humayun's Tomb - Delhi [1993]	21.               Darjeeling Himalayan Railway - West Bengal [1999]
22.              Mahabodhi Temple, Gaya - Bihar [2002]	23.              Caves of Bhimbetka - Madhya Pradesh [2003]	24.              Gangai Konda Cholapuram Temple - Tamil Nadu [2004]
25.              Eravateeshwar Temple - Tamil Nadu [2004]	26.              Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminal - Maharashtra [2004]	27.              Nilgiri Mountain Railway - Tamilnadu [2005]
28.              Valley of Flowers National Park - Uttarakhand [2005]	29.              Red Fort of Delhi - Delhi [2007]	30.              Kalka Shimla Railway - Himachal Pradesh [2008]
31.               Simlipal Reserve - Odisha [2009]	32.              Nokrek Reserve - Meghalaya [2009]	33.              Bhitarkanika Garden - Odisha [2010]
34.              Jantar-Mantar of Jaipur - Rajasthan [2010]	35.              Western Ghats [2012]	36.              Amer Fort - Rajasthan [2013]
37.              Ranthambhore Fort - Rajasthan [2013]	38.              Kumbhalgarh Fort - Rajasthan [2013]	39.              Sonar Fort - Rajasthan [2013]
40.             Chittorgarh Fort - Rajasthan [2013]	41.               Gagaron Fort - Rajasthan [2013]	42.              Rani ki Vas - Gujarat [2014]
43.              Great Himalayan National Park - Himachal Pradesh [2014]

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India's beautiful and top tourist destinations

India attracts tourists around the world. India is a land of travel which is a paradise for tourists. Visitors from all over the world come in search of India's panoramic scenery, cultural diversity, geographical diversity and peace. There are many beautiful tourist sites in India where you can spend a few moments of relaxation. India is rapidly emerging as the preferred destination for foreign tourists. Every year tourists visit India from every corner of the world and enjoy the diversity here. At any time, foreign tourists who come to any event sometimes fall in color. We will tell you about a few selected cities of India where you can roam smoothly.
So the top tourist cities of India are present:
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Delhi-

One of the four major metros in the country, the capital Delhi is at the top of the top tourist destinations. There is a glorious history, buildings, the whole country together. Delhi's Red Fort, Qutubmanar, Jantar-Mantar, monuments, forts, gardens and busiest markets and roads that tell the image of Parliament House, Mughal Gardens, Metro Rail, Lodhi Garden, Swaminarayan there, bus, train and air transport are available for every major and small Vyaschandhar Mandir etc. are the main attractions which attracts tourists. From city of the country.

Jaipur- Rajasthan's capital, Jaipur, ranks second in the country's tourist spots due to its ancient and pristine medieval forts, building art, lakes and palaces. This very beautiful city, called Paris of India, is ranked as the country's first planned city. Jaipur is also called Pink City. Nahargarh Fort, Jaigad Fort, where the world's largest cannon is built in the tourist spots, Jal Mahal, Harmmahal, City Palace, Grand Amber Fort, Shilamata Temple, Galta Teerth, Albert Hall, Ramnivas Bagh etc. are among the main areas.

Goa-

The beautiful city of Goa situated on the banks of the sea, Goa is also called India's mini Europe. Because here people of every European culture live. The open sea shore gives plenty of comfort. Dudhsagar Falls with its famous sea beach Agunda and Cavelosim have its own style. In this city there are many shrines and shrines in the city, along with temples, mosques, churches and gurudwaras.

Mumbai-
In any case, Bombay, known as Bombay city, is today the financial capital of India and the largest metropolis in the country. The beach is the main here. Dazzle in modernity, skyscrapers of Mumbai, luxury hotels are famous all Ranbasera of the city's Bollywood celebrities. There are many sea beaches in Link, Mahalaxmi Temple, Siddhivinayak Temple etc. are the centers of attraction.


Agra-

Agra is the world's favorite capital of many kings, for its romantic history is world famous. The main attraction here is the Taj Mahal on the banks of River Yamuna, which was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his Begum Mumtaz Mahal. Millions of tourists come from the country and abroad to see this memorial symbol of love. Apart from this, the Red Fort, the bulldog door of Fatehpur Sikri, Mehtab Bagh, Panchmahal, Moti Masjid, Anguri Bagh, Shah Burj is a major center of attraction.

Varanasi- Varanasi, a religious city situated on the banks of the holy river Ganges, holds its place of worship throughout India. It is also called Banaras and Kashi. It is considered the most sacred city in Hindu religion. Here, there are Jain and Buddhist ancient temples with many goddesses of Hinduism. The main attraction here is Ganga Puja, Ganga River, Sarnath, Dashashwamedh Ghat, Eshi Ghat, Crisis Mochan Temple etc. Ghat, Yoga Training Center, Banaras Ghat, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Manmandir.

Bangalore-

The name of India's Silicon City and Garden City is known as the capital of Information Technology of India, famously known as Bangalore. Along with modernism, this city boasts of ancient South Indian ancient civilization. It is counted among very beautiful and clean cities. Here is the famous tourist destination of Basavanagudi Bull Temple, Cubbon Park, Wonderala Amusement Park, Suryanarayan Temple, Iskon Hare Krishna Temple, Bangalore Palace, Shiva Sea Waterfall, Bull Temple, Bannerghatta National Park etc.

Udaipur- Name of the city of lakes is a very beautiful ancient city of Rajasthan, the world famous Udaipur. Surrounded by hills around, this city is famous for its unique and huge natural shade and man-made lakes. Due to beauty, Udayupur has also been called Venice of East. The main attraction here is Jain Temple of Ranakpur, City Palace, Pichola Lake, Jaisamand Lake, Fateh Sagar Lake, Kumbalgarh Fort, Ekalgangi Temple, Jag Mandir, Srinath Temple, Tripura Sundari Temple etc.
Kochi-

Kochi (Cochin), the coastal town of Kerala, is called the Queen of the Arabian Sea. Due to its delicious spicy food and coconut trees, famous Katchi is one of the main tourist destinations of India. The natural beauty of this lush city on the banks of the sea is unique. Here is the famous and worth a visit to the Ernakulathappan Temple (Shiva Temple), Church of St. Francis, Cherai Beach, Vasodigama Square, Gurdwara Sri Gurusingh Sabha, Dutch palace, Bolghati Mahal, Hill Palace, Marine Drive and Kangiramattam Mosque.

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10 Most Beautiful IndianSights - Captured in Eyes

27 September is the World Tourism Day, a day is set for the people who wish to travel around the world, which you can celebrate as a celebration of this hobby. Yes, September 27, World Tourism Day. 

Every year this date is celebrated as a festival of tourism. Today also has special significance. Tourism does not only help in bringing back the moment of happiness in our lives, but it plays an important role in the social, cultural, political and economic development of any country.

In such a way, without touring these places of India, tourism is useless-

1. Sunburn experience in Goa

Beaches, throbbing music and beautiful people come alive every year for the annual EDM (Electronic Dance Music) festival in Goa, in the Vagator  Beach, Sunburn. Active since 2007, the festival does not attract talent from all over the world, tourists also flow from all parts of the world.

2. A journey for the Rann of Kutch and the Gir Forest-

Seasonal Khar is a natural phenomenon located in the Thar Desert (and some in Sindh in Pakistan) in Gujarat. The largest salt in the world is one of the deserts. To be one of the largest salt desert in the world, can be seen to be an endless stretch of white salt pans. An extra charm is the unique Kutchi culture and its way of life. Even in Gujarat, there are Gir forests to save the Lions, even in India you can see them in the forests.

3. Experience the Konkan Railway-

An engineering miracle, the Konkan Railway is spread from the Konkan region in southern Maharashtra from the end of the southern coast of Karnataka. In this journey - you can see many waterfalls, high mountains, green fields, pitch dark tunnels. On the other hand, Blue Arabian Sea can be seen

4. Valley of Flowers-

The Valley of Flower National Park is a rare event of nature, from July to September, the entire valley remains bright and lives in a costume of colorful flowers. It is located in the Himalaya and in the western part of Uttarakhand, a view of its grasslands of local alpine flowers is found.

5. Explore the Golden Triangle of Odisha-

Orissa’s golden triangle of golden beaches, insulated natural beauty and great temple heritage Puri-Konark-Bhubaneswar make a unique proposal. Know surfing on the Ramchandi beach in Konark, drive with Marine Drive from Puri Konark and after that to find the architectural wonders of the Orris temple style in Bhubaneswar, first you take a break from your work.

6. Do not forget to enjoy Holi in Vrindavan-

If you have not detected Holi in Vrindavan, then you will never know the true spirit of the festival of colors. Color, air showers, Lathmar Holi, drum, cannabis, celebrations, music..It's all the experience to really make it enjoyable.

7. Real Ladakh (Nubra, Janskar Valley)-

Ladakh has arguably become among the 'most tourists' places in India; Ladakh, one place is still being visited for its real beauty seepage.

8.Travel to the Golden Temple-

The Golden Temple should be on the travel list of all. The holiest of the religious places of the Sikhs, covered with its gold, its lakes and the Golden Temple with its general sense of cleanliness and cleanliness is an inspiration in itself. In Sikh history and education, one is a document of devotion, and the legacy of a proud and hardworking people.

9. Vacation camp in the desert of Rajasthan-

Life in the desert is cruel and the Thar  in Rajasthan is no different. So, the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, huts of tents or modern mud, listen to authentic desert music, find food and live a life the most extraordinary.

10. Travel to Coorg-

It is called Scottland of India. It is located on the eastern slopes of India called Hochodagu or Coorg, south-eastern Karnataka and Western Ghats, which is known for its coffee and its people. Between the top hill stations in India, the area, Talakawari, is the place where the Kaveri river flows. On other side there is Nagarhole Sanctuary and Iroopu Fall is especially famous for its various natural attractions.

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Agra and Taj Mahal - Symbol of Love

Agra is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. This is known as a symbol of love. It is too popular as the Indians and foreigners who come here in large number to praise the beauty of here. Agra is a form of golden triangle forms of tourism in India, along with Delhi and Jaipur.

Information about tourist destinations in Agra-

Agra was the seat of the Mughal Empire and it has established with some great things in its time, Taj Mahal is one of them. When Taj Mahal was constructed in Agra, then itI had being paid the highest amount. So Taj Mahal is important, and so many Tourist places were built in this city which is very beautiful. The history of Agra and the Taj Mahal are buried here.

Taj Mahal - Symbol of love-

Every tourist comes to Agra to see the symbol of love and also to see the beauty of the Taj Mahal. No matter how many times you came here, but still you are lost when you see it’s magnificent.  The Taj Mahal is one of the main attractions of tourist places and attracts thousands of tourists every year and experiences its beauty. Taj Mahal is said to be a symbol of love, it was built by Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, whose tomb rests right under the central dome of the monument. It took 22 years and more than 20,000 workers to build this miracle.

The Taj Mahal is not just a tomb but much more than that. This poet Rabindranath Tagore called

'Tears on the cheeks of eternity'. This is the height of the expression of the architectural genius of the Mughal Empire in the Indian subcontinent. Taj Mahal is an integrated complex of several structures, with a white marble mausoleum, where Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and his third Begum Mazar of Mumtaz Mahal (who died during the delivery of his fourteenth child). The Mughal empire made many tombs in the Indian subcontinent, but the Taj Mahal is among the finest in them.
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This tomb is made of fully white marble on a high base, which has four towers, which are located

on every corner. There is a mosque and a guest house on either side of the tomb. In front of the Taj Mahal there is a 'Charbagh' style garden, in which there is a walking path and fountains, along with it is the platform to see and green open areas and trees on either side. There is a huge decorative door to come to this campus, which contains the records of the Quoran, and the manuscript line is' O soul, rest with God and you rest. Peace be with God, and His utmost peace prevails over you. "

Location of Taj Mahal-

Taj Mahal is situated in Agra, India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh. It is situated on the banks of river Yamuna and can be easily reached by road.

How to reach the Taj Mahal-

Taj Mahal is situated in Agra, India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh. Agra is located about 200 km from Delhi and if you use Yamuna Expressway, it is situated 165 km away. Even the road, air and rail service can be reached easily. The journey from Agra to Delhi is completed in approximately three hours. To reduce the impact of pollution,vehicles are not allowed to go near the Taj Mahal. Cars and buses are parked in a parking place at a distance of Taj Mahal and from there the pollution-free electricity buses are carried to the Taj Mahal. You can visit Agra from Delhi and see Taj Mahal in a day. However, if you want to walk further in Agra and would like to see the surrounding markets, then stay in the night is a good idea.

Best time to visit Taj Mahal-

The best time to visit the Taj Mahal is the spring of autumn, winter and from October to February. Due to the high heat, the months of May and July should be avoided. It is a hypnotizing feeling to see the Taj Mahal in the months of October to November after the monsoon. After the monsoon, water flowing in nearby Yamuna and the garden becomes green. Both of them talk about the experience of watching the Taj Mahal. 

Taj Mahal Time-

The Taj Mahal is open from sunrise i.e. 6.00 a.m. to 7 p.m. on all working days except for Friday for the visitors. A Friday prayer at the Taj Mahal premises is 12 o'clock in the mosque. At this time the tourists are not allowed to go to the Taj Mahal campus. 

Till the night of the whole moon and one night before and one night later,the Taj Mahal complex is open to the tourists, so that the Taj can be seen in the light of the moon. In the month of Ramadan and on Friday, the Taj Mahal is not allowed to be seen in the light of the moon. 

During the visit to the Taj Mahal premises, remember that only a few items are allowed with the passengers for safety reasons, such as: mobile phone, still camera, small video camera, small purses used by women and Transparent bottles of water.

History of Tajmahal-

The history of the Taj Mahal is one of the world's greatest love stories. It started in 1607, when Mughal Prince Khurram, later known as Mughal Emperor Shahjahan, saw the beautiful Arjumand Bano Begum for the first time. Empress Mehrunnisa, who later became known as Noor Jahan, Arjumand was her niece. Jahangir's son expressed his desire to marry Arjumand and after a few years he was married with  big fanfare.

Facts of Taj Mahal-

Construction: The Taj Mahal was built in 23 years. It was constructed in 1632 after the death of Mumtaz Mahal in 1631 and completed around 1653.

Deadline: The construction of the main tomb was completed in 1648 and in the next five years surrounding buildings and orchards. 

Number of artisans: Twenty thousand artisans and workers  constructed this building,  gardens and worked fine workmanship and carving.

Architect: Its chief architect was Ustad Ahmad Lahauri or Ustad Eisa. The other artisans working on this building were: Amanat Khan of Shiraz, who was the main calligrapher in Iran, Chiranjilal of Delhi, who specializes in precious stones, was the chief decorative sculptor. Muhammad Haneef watched the financial management of daily construction at the site of the Chief Supervisor of Rajgars and Abdul Karim Mamur Khan and Makramat Khan.

Role of Elephants: More than 1,000 elephants are employed in carrying out the necessary materials, marble blocks and other materials used in any construction work at the construction site.

Source of material used in the construction: Nearly 28 different types of semi-precious and precious stones were used in the work of embroidery inside the grave. These stones include Lapis Lajuli from Afghanistan, Neelam from Sri Lanka, Firoz from Tibet, Jade and Crystal China, Cornellian from Arabia and Jasper from Punjab. White marble was brought from Makrana of Rajasthan.

Total cost of construction: According to scholars, the total cost of construction of Taj Mahal was approximately 32 million rupees according to that time.

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