Source: UNESCO World Heritage Convention
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From a temple carved out of stone to the southern centre of the Harappan civilisation, here are some of the oldest UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India.
Built: 950-1020 AD
The Khajuraho temples were built during the Chandella dynasty and are renowned for their intricate sculptures and architectural design.
Built: 600-1000 AD
The Ellora caves are a complex of 34 rock-cut temples and monasteries devoted to Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism.
Built: 427 AD
Nalanda was a vibrant centre of learning for over 800 years, having been established by the Gupta king Kumaragupta I. It was destroyed in 1193.
Built: 200-1 BC
It’s a group of 30 rock-cut cave monuments, embellished with beautiful Buddhist mural paintings.
Built: 260 BC
The Mahabodhi temple is built around the sacred Bodhi tree, which is believed to be the descendant of the original tree under which Gautama Bhudha meditated.
Built: 300-200 BC
Emperor Ashoka built the Stupa after witnessing the battle of Kalinga. Initially built as a simple dome-like structure, it was expanded over time.
Built: 3000-1000 BC
Dholavira, the southern centre of the Harappan civilisation, was occupied for over 1,500 years. It comprises a walled city, a castle, a cemetery, towns, reservoirs and others.
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