A continuous history of more than 5000 years has endowed India with a multitude of monuments. In fact till date the very word India evokes the image Taj Mahal (link to Tourist Attractions in Agra page) for many across the globe.

The Kings and Maharajahs India were great patrons of architecture. They had contributed large amount of their phenomenal wealth in constructing forts, palaces, pillars, gateways and memorials that all over the country. The forts and palaces speak volumes for the royal grandeur and the opulence of past India.

The awe-inspiring structures and intricately carved exteriors and interiors have today become tourist attractions, which draw huge numbers of enthusiasts from all corners of the world.

They also bear testimony to the fact that ancient India had reached an enviable height of engineering and architectural skill. It is really amazing how the artisans of those days constructed such grand edifices with the help of primitive technology.

Indian states like: Delhi, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh showcase some of fantastic historical monuments in India.

Foreign rulers have invaded India several times in lure of the huge fortune accumulated in the palaces and forts and ruined much of them. Still what are still remaining are amply magnificent to cause the rest of the world to gaze with wonder. UNESCO has declared many historical monuments in India as World Heritage Sites.

Here is a list of World Heritage Sites in India :

Agra Fort Ajanta Caves Monuments at Sanchi Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus) Churches and Convents of Goa Elephanta Caves

Khajuraho Temples Monuments at Pattadakal Mountain Railways of India Qutb Minar Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka Sun Temple, Konārak Taj Mahal

Ellora Caves Fatehpur Sikri Monuments at Hampi Temples at Mahabalipuram Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya Humayun's Tomb