Ischigualasto / Talampaya Natural Parks
San Juan and La Rioja Provinces,
Argentina
Ischigualasto and Talampaya Natural Parks, UNESCO World Heritage Sites spanning San Juan and La Rioja provinces in Argentina, represent one of Earth's most complete continental fossil records from the Triassic Period (245-208 million y...
Los Alerces National Park
Chubut Province,
Argentina
Los Alerces National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Chubut Province, Argentina, encompasses 2,630 square kilometers of pristine Patagonian wilderness. This spectacular park protects ancient alerce forests, some trees over 2,600...
The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier
La Plata,
Argentina
The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier in La Plata, Argentina, represents a masterpiece of modernist architecture and UNESCO World Heritage significance. This iconic site showcases Le Corbusier's revolutionary "Five Points of Architect...
Qhapaq Ñan, Andean Road System
, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador,
Peru
The Qhapaq Ñan, or Andean Road System, is an extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning over 30,000 kilometers across six South American countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. This ancient network of...
City of Potosí
Potosí,
Bolivia
Potosí, the "Imperial City," stands at 4,090 meters above sea level as one of the highest cities in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once the source of Spain's colonial wealth, the legendary Cerro Rico (Rich Mountain) produ...
Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System
Belize District,
Belize
The Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the second-largest coral reef system in the world. Stretching over 300 kilometers along Belize's coast, this marine paradise encompasses seven protected areas f...
ESMA Museum and Site of Memory
Buenos Aires,
Argentina
The ESMA Museum and Site of Memory (Espacio Memoria y Derechos Humanos) in Buenos Aires stands as Argentina's most significant memorial dedicated to victims of the military dictatorship (1976-1983). Located in the former Navy School of...
Fuerte de Samaipata
Florida Province,
Bolivia
Fuerte de Samaipata, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Florida Province, Bolivia, stands as one of South America's most enigmatic archaeological treasures. This pre-Columbian ceremonial center features El Fuerte, a massive carved rock me...
Historic City of Sucre
Sucre,
Bolivia
The Historic City of Sucre, Bolivia's constitutional capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a breathtaking colonial treasure nestled in the Andes. Known as the "White City" for its stunning whitewashed buildings, Sucre preserves...
Jesuit Missions of the Chiquitos
Santa Cruz Department,
Bolivia
The Jesuit Missions of the Chiquitos in Bolivia's Santa Cruz Department represent a remarkable fusion of European and indigenous cultures from the 17th and 18th centuries. This UNESCO World Heritage Site encompasses six beautifully pre...
Historic Town of Ouro Preto
Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais,
Brazil
Ouro Preto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Minas Gerais, Brazil, is a stunning colonial masterpiece frozen in time. Founded in 1711 during the Brazilian Gold Rush, this historic town showcases magnificent Baroque architecture, cobbles...
Tiwanaku: Spiritual and Political Centre of the Tiwanaku Culture
Ingavi Province,
Bolivia
Tiwanaku, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Bolivia's Ingavi Province, stands as a testament to one of South America's most influential pre-Columbian civilizations. Flourishing between 300-1000 CE at nearly 4,000 meters above sea level n...
Noel Kempff Mercado National Park
Santa Cruz Department,
Bolivia
Noel Kempff Mercado National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Bolivia's Santa Cruz Department, spans over 1.5 million hectares of pristine Amazon rainforest and savanna ecosystems. Named after renowned Bolivian biologist Noel Kemp...
Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Congonhas
Congonhas, Minas Gerais,
Brazil
The Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Congonhas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985, stands as one of Brazil's most magnificent examples of colonial baroque art and architecture. Located in Congonhas, Minas Gerais, this 18th-century maste...
Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia
Salvador, Bahia,
Brazil
The Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia, Brazil's first capital, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its exceptional colonial architecture and vibrant Afro-Brazilian culture. Founded in 1549, this colorful district showcases...
Historic Centre of the Town of Olinda
Olinda, Pernambuco,
Brazil
The Historic Centre of Olinda, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as one of Brazil's most captivating colonial treasures in Pernambuco. Founded in 1535, this hillside town showcases stunning Portuguese Baroque architecture with its c...
Serra da Capivara National Park
Piauí,
Brazil
Serra da Capivara National Park in Piauí, Brazil, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its extraordinary archaeological significance and breathtaking natural beauty. Home to over 1,000 prehistoric rock art sites dating back 25...
Brasilia
Brasília, Federal District,
Brazil
Brasília, Brazil's futuristic capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as a masterpiece of modernist architecture and urban planning. Designed by Oscar Niemeyer and Lúcio Costa in the 1960s, this planned city features iconic st...
Iguaçu National Park
Paraná,
Brazil
Iguaçu National Park in Paraná, Brazil, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its spectacular Iguaçu Falls, one of the world's most impressive natural wonders. Spanning 185,000 hectares of subtropical rainforest, the park pro...
Discovery Coast Atlantic Forest Reserves
Bahia and Espírito Santo,
Brazil
The Discovery Coast Atlantic Forest Reserves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning Bahia and Espírito Santo states in Brazil, protects some of the world's most biodiverse Atlantic Forest ecosystems. This spectacular reserve system en...
Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves
Paraná and São Paulo,
Brazil
The Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves represent one of the world's most biodiverse ecosystems, spanning across Paraná and São Paulo states in Brazil. This UNESCO World Heritage Site protects over 470,000 hectares of pristine Atlant...
Historic Centre of São Luís
São Luís, Maranhão,
Brazil
The Historic Centre of São Luís, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997, stands as one of Brazil's most remarkable colonial treasures. Founded by the French in 1612 and later ruled by the Dutch and Portuguese, this exceptional city...
Pantanal Conservation Area
Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul,
Brazil
The Pantanal Conservation Area, spanning across Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul in Brazil, is the world's largest tropical wetland and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This biodiversity hotspot covers over 187,000 square kilometers and...
Central Amazon Conservation Complex
Amazonas,
Brazil
The Central Amazon Conservation Complex in Amazonas, Brazil, represents one of the world's most significant protected rainforest areas, spanning over 6 million hectares of pristine Amazonian wilderness. This UNESCO World Heritage Site...
Historic Centre of the Town of Diamantina
Diamantina, Minas Gerais,
Brazil
The Historic Centre of the Town of Diamantina, nestled in the mountains of Minas Gerais, Brazil, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases the extraordinary architecture and culture of Brazil's 18th-century diamond mining era. Thi...
Historic Centre of the Town of Goiás
Goiás,
Brazil
The Historic Centre of the Town of Goiás, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001, stands as a remarkable testament to colonial Brazilian architecture and urban planning. Founded in the 18th century during the gold rush era, this form...
Cerrado Protected Areas: Chapada dos Veadeiros and Emas National Parks
Goiás,
Brazil
The Cerrado Protected Areas of Chapada dos Veadeiros and Emas National Parks in Goiás, Brazil, represent one of the world's most biodiverse tropical savanna ecosystems. This UNESCO World Heritage Site encompasses ancient rock formatio...
Brazilian Atlantic Islands: Fernando de Noronha and Atol das Rocas Reserves
Pernambuco and Rio Grande do Norte,
Brazil
The Brazilian Atlantic Islands of Fernando de Noronha and Atol das Rocas Reserves represent one of the world's most pristine marine ecosystems and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Located off the northeastern coast of Brazil, Fernando de N...
Pampulha Modern Ensemble
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais,
Brazil
The Pampulha Modern Ensemble in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrating innovative modernist architecture. Designed by Oscar Niemeyer in collaboration with landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx and artist C...
Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes between the Mountain and the Sea
Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil
The Carioca Landscapes between the Mountain and the Sea is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases Rio de Janeiro's spectacular natural beauty and urban harmony. This extraordinary cultural landscape encompasses iconic landmarks in...
São Francisco Square in the Town of São Cristóvão
São Cristóvão, Sergipe,
Brazil
São Francisco Square in the Town of São Cristóvão, located in Sergipe, Brazil, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases exceptional colonial architecture and urban planning from the 17th to 19th centuries. This historic squar...
Sítio Roberto Burle Marx
Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil
Sítio Roberto Burle Marx is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and botanical masterpiece nestled in Rio de Janeiro's lush landscape. This 405,000-square-meter estate was the home and studio of renowned landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx...
Paraty and Ilha Grande – Culture and Biodiversity
Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil
Paraty and Ilha Grande, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, represents an extraordinary blend of colonial Brazilian culture and pristine Atlantic Forest biodiversity. Located in Rio de Janeiro state, this region features the remarkably prese...
Valongo Wharf Archaeological Site
Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil
The Valongo Wharf Archaeological Site in Rio de Janeiro stands as a powerful testament to the African diaspora and the transatlantic slave trade. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017, this historic location served as the...
SGang Gwaay
British Columbia,
Canada
SGang Gwaay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Haida Gwaii, British Columbia, stands as one of Canada's most significant Indigenous cultural landmarks. This remote village site on Anthony Island showcases remarkable Haida mortuar...
Kluane / Wrangell-St. Elias / Glacier Bay / Tatshenshini-Alsek
, Canada,
United States
The Kluane / Wrangell-St. Elias / Glacier Bay / Tatshenshini-Alsek parks form the world's largest internationally protected wilderness, spanning the border between Canada and the United States. This UNESCO World Heritage Site encompass...
Nahanni National Park
Northwest Territories,
Canada
Nahanni National Park Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Canada's Northwest Territories, is one of the world's most spectacular wilderness destinations. This pristine 30,000 square kilometer park features the legendary Virginia F...
Minaret and Archaeological Remains of Jam
Shahrak District, Ghor Province,
Afghanistan
The Minaret and Archaeological Remains of Jam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site standing majestically in a remote valley of Ghor Province, Afghanistan. Built in 1194 by Sultan Ghiyath al-Din, this 65-meter tall minaret showcases exceptio...
Morne Trois Pitons National Park
Saint George, Saint Andrew, Saint David, Saint Patrick Parishes,
Dominica
Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Dominica, is a breathtaking wilderness sanctuary spanning over 17,000 acres across multiple parishes. This pristine tropical rainforest paradise features the legendary B...
Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks
Alberta and British Columbia,
Canada
The Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site spans across Alberta and British Columbia, encompassing Banff, Jasper, Yoho, and Kootenay National Parks. This spectacular mountain landscape features towering peaks, pristin...
Pearling, Testimony of an Island Economy
Muharraq,
Bahrain
Pearling, Testimony of an Island Economy in Muharraq, Bahrain, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that preserves the rich maritime heritage of Bahrain's pearl diving industry. This extraordinary cultural landscape includes 17 buildings in...
Qal'at al-Bahrain – Ancient Harbour and Capital of Dilmun
Manama,
Bahrain
Qal'at al-Bahrain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as a testament to over 4,000 years of continuous human occupation. This ancient harbour and capital of the legendary Dilmun civilization reveals layers of history from the Bronze...
Cultural Landscape and Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley
Bamiyan,
Afghanistan
The Cultural Landscape and Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley represent one of Afghanistan's most significant UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Nestled in the heart of the Hindu Kush mountains, this ancient valley once housed the...
Masada
Southern District,
Israel
Masada, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as an ancient fortress atop a dramatic plateau in Israel's Judean Desert, overlooking the Dead Sea. This iconic archaeological wonder tells the compelling story of King Herod's palatial refu...
Babylon
Babil Governorate,
Iraq
Babylon, located in Babil Governorate, Iraq, stands as one of humanity's most legendary ancient cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded over 4,000 years ago, this archaeological wonder was once the capital of the Neo-Babylonia...
Erbil Citadel
Erbil,
Iraq
The Erbil Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world, with archaeological evidence dating back over 6,000 years. Perched atop a tell in the heart of Erbil, Iraqi K...
Incense Route - Desert Cities in the Negev
Negev,
Israel
The Incense Route - Desert Cities in the Negev represents one of the most remarkable UNESCO World Heritage sites in Israel, showcasing the ancient Nabataean civilization's mastery of desert commerce. This extraordinary archaeological c...
White City of Tel-Aviv – the Modern Movement
Tel Aviv,
Israel
The White City of Tel-Aviv represents one of the world's largest concentrations of Bauhaus-style architecture, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2003. This remarkable urban ensemble features over 4,000 buildings construc...
Old City of Acre
Acre,
Israel
The Old City of Acre (Akko) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site on Israel's Mediterranean coast, renowned for its remarkably preserved Crusader architecture, Ottoman fortifications, and millennia of rich history. This ancient port city off...
Caves of Maresha and Bet-Guvrin in the Judean Lowlands
Southern District,
Israel
The Caves of Maresha and Bet-Guvrin in Israel's Judean Lowlands represent an extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing 3,000 years of human history. This ancient subterranean complex features over 800 bell-shaped caves carved...
Sites of Human Evolution at Mount Carmel
Mount Carmel,
Israel
The Sites of Human Evolution at Mount Carmel represent a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing over 500,000 years of human evolution. Located in northern Israel, this remarkable archaeological complex includes the Tabun, Jamal, el-Wad,...
Bahá'i Holy Places in Haifa and the Western Galilee
Haifa and Western Galilee,
Israel
The Bahá'í Holy Places in Haifa and the Western Galilee represent one of the world's most significant spiritual pilgrimage destinations. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, these sacred sites include the magnificent golden-do...
Lord Howe Island Group
New South Wales,
Australia
Lord Howe Island Group, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located 600km off the New South Wales coast, is a pristine paradise renowned for its extraordinary natural beauty and biodiversity. This crescent-shaped volcanic island features dram...
Willandra Lakes Region
New South Wales,
Australia
The Willandra Lakes Region in New South Wales is a UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning over 2,400 square kilometers of ancient lake beds and lunettes. This extraordinary landscape preserves 40,000 years of Aboriginal culture and some o...
Necropolis of Bet She'arim
Haifa District,
Israel
The Necropolis of Bet She'arim in Israel's Haifa District is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most significant Jewish archaeological sites in the world. This ancient burial complex served as the primary Jewish cemetery from...
Wet Tropics of Queensland
Queensland,
Australia
The Wet Tropics of Queensland is a UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning 450 kilometers along Australia's northeast coast, featuring the world's oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest at over 135 million years old. This extraor...
Gondwana Rainforests of Australia
New South Wales and Queensland,
Australia
The Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, spanning New South Wales and Queensland, represent one of Earth's most ancient and biodiverse ecosystems. This UNESCO World Heritage site encompasses over 366,000 hectares of subtropical and tempe...
Tasmanian Wilderness
Tasmania,
Australia
The Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area encompasses over 1.58 million hectares of ancient rainforests, rugged mountains, pristine lakes, and wild coastlines. Home to some of the world's last temperate rainforests and rare endemic...
Shark Bay, Western Australia
Western Australia,
Australia
Shark Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Western Australia, is home to the world's largest seagrass beds, stromatolites dating back 3.5 billion years, and the famous Monkey Mia dolphins. This pristine marine paradise features extraor...
Macquarie Island
Tasmania,
Australia
Macquarie Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Southern Ocean between Tasmania and Antarctica, is one of the world's most remote and pristine wilderness areas. This subantarctic island sanctuary is renowned for its extra...
Australian Fossil Mammal Sites (Riversleigh / Naracoorte)
Queensland and South Australia,
Australia
The Australian Fossil Mammal Sites at Riversleigh (Queensland) and Naracoorte (South Australia) represent two of the world's most significant paleontological treasures. These UNESCO World Heritage Sites preserve an extraordinary record...
Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens
Melbourne,
Australia
The Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens represent one of Melbourne's most treasured UNESCO World Heritage sites. Built in 1880 for the Melbourne International Exhibition, this magnificent structure showcases stunning Victoria...
Purnululu National Park
Western Australia,
Australia
Purnululu National Park, home to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bungle Bungle Range, is one of Western Australia's most spectacular natural wonders. Located in the remote Kimberley region, this ancient landscape features striking bee...
Greater Blue Mountains Area
New South Wales,
Australia
The Greater Blue Mountains Area is a UNESCO World Heritage site spanning over one million hectares of dramatic wilderness in New South Wales, Australia. Famous for its stunning blue haze created by eucalyptus oil in the air, this natur...
Murujuga Cultural Landscape
Western Australia,
Australia
Murujuga Cultural Landscape, located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, is home to one of the world's most significant concentrations of ancient rock art. This UNESCO World Heritage site spans over 90,000 hectares and contains...
Budj Bim Cultural Landscape
Victoria,
Australia
Budj Bim Cultural Landscape in Victoria, Australia, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing one of the world's oldest and most extensive aquaculture systems created by the Gunditjmara people over 6,600 years ago. This remarkable lan...
Ningaloo Coast
Western Australia,
Australia
The Ningaloo Coast in Western Australia is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its spectacular marine biodiversity and pristine coral reefs. Stretching over 300 kilometers along the northwest cape, this natural wonder offers visi...
The Sundarbans
Khulna Division,
Bangladesh
The Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Khulna Division, Bangladesh, is the world's largest mangrove forest and home to the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger. Spanning approximately 10,000 square kilometers across the delta of the Ga...
Ruins of the Buddhist Vihara at Paharpur
Naogaon District,
Bangladesh
The Ruins of the Buddhist Vihara at Paharpur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, represents one of the most spectacular archaeological treasures of South Asia. Located in Naogaon District, Bangladesh, this 8th-century monastery complex was...
Historic Mosque City of Bagerhat
Bagerhat District,
Bangladesh
The Historic Mosque City of Bagerhat is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in southwestern Bangladesh, renowned for its extraordinary collection of 15th-century Islamic architecture. Founded by the Turkish general Ulugh Khan Jahan in...
Temple Zone of Sambor Prei Kuk, Archaeological Site of Ancient Ishanapura
Kampong Thom Province,
Cambodia
Sambor Prei Kuk, the ancient capital of Ishanapura, stands as Cambodia's most impressive pre-Angkorian archaeological site. Dating back to the 6th-7th centuries during the Chenla Empire, this UNESCO World Heritage Site features over 10...
Temple of Preah Vihear
Preah Vihear Province,
Cambodia
The Temple of Preah Vihear, a UNESCO World Heritage Site perched dramatically atop the Dangrek Mountains, stands as one of Southeast Asia's most spectacular sacred complexes. This ancient Khmer temple, dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva,...
Angkor
Siem Reap,
Cambodia
Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap, Cambodia, is one of the world's most magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Sites, spanning over 400 square kilometers of ancient Khmer civilization. At its heart stands Angkor Wat, the largest relig...
Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodh Gaya
Bihar,
India
The Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodh Gaya is one of the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage sites in the world, marking the exact location where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment and became the Buddha over 2,500 years ago. This UNE...
The Sundarbans National Park
West Bengal,
India
The Sundarbans National Park in West Bengal, India, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's largest mangrove forests. Spanning over 1,330 square kilometers, this biodiverse wonderland is home to the majestic Royal Bengal...
Koh Ker: Archaeological Site of Ancient Lingapura or Chok Gargyar
Preah Vihear Province,
Cambodia
Koh Ker, the Archaeological Site of Ancient Lingapura or Chok Gargyar, stands as one of Cambodia's most remarkable treasures in Preah Vihear Province. This ancient Khmer capital, dating from 928 to 944 CE, features the stunning 36-mete...
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus)
Mumbai,
India
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST), formerly known as Victoria Terminus, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Mumbai's most iconic landmarks. This architectural masterpiece combines Victorian Gothic Revival with traditional India...
Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park
Gujarat,
India
Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Gujarat, India, showcasing an exceptional blend of Hindu and Islamic architecture spanning over 600 years. This vast archaeological treasure encompasses...
Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka
Madhya Pradesh,
India
The Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Madhya Pradesh, India, represents one of the oldest known human settlements in the Indian subcontinent. Dating back to the Paleolithic era, these natural rock formations h...
Hill Forts of Rajasthan
Rajasthan,
India
The Hill Forts of Rajasthan represent an exceptional ensemble of six majestic fortresses—Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Ranthambore, Gagron, Amber, and Jaisalmer—designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These architectural marvels, bu...
The Jantar Mantar, Jaipur
Jaipur,
India
The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur is an extraordinary 18th-century astronomical observatory and UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Maharaja Jai Singh II between 1727-1734. This architectural marvel features the world's largest stone sundia...
Red Fort Complex
Delhi,
India
The Red Fort Complex in Delhi stands as a magnificent testament to Mughal architecture and India's rich imperial heritage. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1648, this UNESCO World Heritage Site showcases stunning red sandstone walls span...
Archaeological Site of Nalanda Mahavihara at Nalanda, Bihar
Bihar,
India
The Archaeological Site of Nalanda Mahavihara represents one of the world's most ancient and prestigious centers of Buddhist learning, flourishing from the 5th to 12th century CE. Located in Bihar, India, this UNESCO World Heritage Sit...
Rani-ki-Vav (the Queen's Stepwell) at Patan, Gujarat
Gujarat,
India
Rani-ki-Vav, the Queen's Stepwell in Patan, Gujarat, is a magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site and an architectural marvel of 11th-century India. Built by Queen Udayamati in memory of her husband King Bhimdev I, this seven-story subt...
Great Himalayan National Park Conservation Area
Himachal Pradesh,
India
The Great Himalayan National Park Conservation Area (GHNPCA) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in the pristine Kullu region of Himachal Pradesh, India. Spanning over 1,171 square kilometers, this biodiversity hotspot shelters rar...
Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai
Mumbai,
India
Mumbai's Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles represent an extraordinary architectural heritage that showcases the city's evolution from British colonial rule to independent modern India. This UNESCO World Heritage Site encompasses...
Historic City of Ahmadabad
Ahmadabad,
India
The Historic City of Ahmedabad, India's first UNESCO World Heritage City, is a living testament to over 600 years of rich architectural and cultural heritage. Founded in 1411 by Sultan Ahmed Shah, this vibrant metropolis seamlessly ble...
Khangchendzonga National Park
Sikkim,
India
Khangchendzonga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sikkim, India, spans 1,784 square kilometers of pristine Himalayan wilderness. Home to the world's third-highest peak, Mount Khangchendzonga (8,586m), this biodiversity hot...
Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple, Telangana
Telangana,
India
The Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple in Telangana, India, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of 13th-century Kakatiya architecture. Built in 1213 CE by General Recherla Rudra under the patronage of Kakatiya ruler Ga...
Dholavira: a Harappan City
Gujarat,
India
Dholavira, one of the five largest Harappan sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as a testament to the Indus Valley Civilization's ingenuity in Gujarat's arid Kutch district. Dating back to 3000 BCE, this ancient metropolis s...
Jaipur City, Rajasthan
Jaipur,
India
Jaipur, the magnificent Pink City of Rajasthan, is a breathtaking blend of royal heritage, architectural grandeur, and vibrant culture. Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, this UNESCO World Heritage city captivates visitors...
Borobudur Temple Compounds
Central Java,
Indonesia
Borobudur Temple Compounds, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Central Java, Indonesia, stands as the world's largest Buddhist monument and a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Built in the 9th century during the Sailendra Dynasty, this...
Santiniketan
West Bengal,
India
Santiniketan, meaning "Abode of Peace," is a historic university town in West Bengal, India, founded by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore in 1901. This UNESCO World Heritage Site embodies Tagore's vision of holistic education blending...
Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas
Karnataka,
India
The Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas represent a magnificent chapter in Indian temple architecture, featuring three UNESCO World Heritage temples in Karnataka: Channakeshava Temple at Belur, Hoysaleswara Temple at Halebidu, and Keshava...
Ujung Kulon National Park
Banten and Lampung,
Indonesia
Ujung Kulon National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning the southwestern tip of Java between Banten and Lampung provinces, is Indonesia's most important wildlife sanctuary and the last refuge of the critically endangered Javan...
Prambanan Temple Compounds
Central Java and Yogyakarta,
Indonesia
Prambanan Temple Compounds, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Central Java and Yogyakarta, Indonesia, stands as the largest Hindu temple complex in Southeast Asia. Built in the 9th century, this magnificent architectural masterpiece comp...
Komodo National Park
East Nusa Tenggara,
Indonesia
Komodo National Park in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its ancient Komodo dragons—the world's largest living lizards. Spanning 1,733 km² across rugged volcanic islands, the park features...
Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra
Sumatra,
Indonesia
The Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site encompassing three spectacular national parks: Gunung Leuser, Kerinci Seblat, and Bukit Barisan Selatan. This 2.5 million-hectare biodiversity hotspot represen...
Lorentz National Park
Papua,
Indonesia
Lorentz National Park, Indonesia's largest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, spans over 2.4 million hectares across Papua Province. This extraordinary wilderness showcases the world's most complete altitude gradient, stre...
Sangiran Early Man Site
Central Java,
Indonesia
The Sangiran Early Man Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Central Java, Indonesia, stands as one of the world's most significant paleontological treasures. Spanning 56 square kilometers, this archaeological wonder has yielde...