Goutami Bhattacharya said meetings of the G20 engagement groups were scheduled in Patna and some other locations of Bihar on March 6 and 7 next year…
Source: ASI preps for G20 group’s March visit, asks Nalanda admin to clear encroachments
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Day 62 – Jaipur And The Golden Triangle; Roberta Hill; Travelling In My 70s
Photo: Travelling in my 70’s The Golden Triangle is a famous tourist circuit in India, including three major cities – Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur.
Source: Day 62 – Jaipur And The Golden Triangle – Travelling In My 70s
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Mahabalipuram’s great stonework; Yangyel Lhaden; Kuensel Online
Photo: Kuensel Online Mahabalipuram in Tamil Nadu is one of the many UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. It is a must-visit place if you are in south India.
Source: Mahabalipuram’s great stonework
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Indian Railways That Are UNESCO World Heritage Sites; Shrimansi Kaushik; india.com
Photo: india.com Indian Railways, as widely connected as it is, also has some very unique routes that are part of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. Check out these beautiful locations!
Source: Indian Railways That Are UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites India: Five Indian UNESCO World Heritage Sites You Must Visit This Winter; Odisha TV
Photo: Unsplash Five best UNESCO world heritage sites in India to visit at least once in your lifetime…
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In Pics: These Historic Indian Railway Stations Are UNESCO World Heritage Sites; Anjali Krishnan; The Better India
Photo: Omkar Nilekar Among the numerous railway stations across the country, there are a few that are unique for several reasons. Here are four among them that are also UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Source: In Pics: These Historic Indian Railway Stations Are UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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Rani Ki Vav Patan (The Queen’s Stepwell) – A tribute for him, from her; Ami; Thrilling Travel
Photo: Ami@www.thrillingtravel.in All about Rani Ki Vav Patan – a UNESCO World heritage site in Gujarat with details on its architecture & history. Rani Ki Vav timings, how to visit etc…
Source: Rani Ki Vav Patan (The Queen’s Stepwell) – A tribute for him, from her – Thrilling Travel
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In Elephanta Caves, a blending of Durga and Parvati; Somen Sengupta; Telegraph India
Photo: Telegraph India The monolithic caves of Elephanta Island house some of the best Shiva and Parvati shrines in India…
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Jantar Mantar in Jaipur to see revival of a stimulating light & sound show; Khushbu Kirti; Knock Sense
Photo: Knock Sense A UNESCO World heritage site, Jantar Mantar in Jaipur will soon be seeing the revival of a scintillating ‘light & sound’ show of 15-18 minutes.
Source: Jantar Mantar in Jaipur to see revival of a stimulating light & sound show
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World heritage volunteers camp to be held at Ramappa temple from Sept 19 to 30; Telangana Today
Photo: Telangana Today Kakatiya Heritage Trust in association with INTACH, Telangana Tourism Department and other organisations will conduct a 12-day “World heritage volunteers camp -2022” at Kakatiya Rudreswara temple, popularly known as Ramappa temple from September 19 to 30.
Source: World heritage volunteers camp to be held at Ramappa temple from Sept 19 to 30
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Warangal is now in list of UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities; Etemaad
Photo: Etemaad Warangal, the second biggest city in Telangana State after Hyderabad and the ‘heritage city’ has got one more feather in its cap with the selection of a member of UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC).
Source: Warangal is now in list of UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities
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Global Network of Learning Cities: Warangal joins UNESCO’s coveted list; News Meter
Photo: News Meter Telangana gets its second UNESCO recognition in the last one year. Earlier, 13th Century Ramappa Temple in Warangal was declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Source: Global Network of Learning Cities: Warangal joins UNESCO’s coveted list
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From Agrasen Ki Baoli To Rani Ki Vav, These 5 Magnificent Stepwells In India Should Be On Your Bucket List; Jigyasa Sahay; India.com
Photo: Jigyasa Sahay India is home to some of the most magnificent baolis or stepwells that should be on your travel list right away!
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Have You Been On This Lesser Known Architectural Trail Of Madhya Pradesh?; Uttara Gangopadhyay; Outlook India
Photo: Shutterstock.com Do you know where lime mortar for cementing was first used in India? Which Garuda pillar was built by a Greek? Discover about India’s antiquity at these sites that can be visited from Sanchi.
Source: Have You Been On This Lesser Known Architectural Trail Of Madhya Pradesh?
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Valiant History and Architectural Brilliance of Chittorgarh Fort Will Mesmerize You; News 18
Photo: Shutterstock Chittorgarh Fort is one of the greatest forts ever built in the history of India. The magnificent structure is a testament to the glory of erstwhile rulers of Rajasthan.
Source: Valiant History and Architectural Brilliance of Chittorgarh Fort Will Mesmerize You
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Independence Day Special: Take Virtual Tour of These 7 Royal Forts in India; Shrimanshi Kaushik; India.com
Photo: Unsplash This Independence Day, take a virtual tour of some of the most mesmerizing royal forts in India and celebrate ‘Azaadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’.
Source: Independence Day Special: Take Virtual Tour of These 7 Royal Forts in India
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Why is Khangchendzonga National Park a mixed UNESCO World Heritage Site?; Precious Rongmei; Times of India
Photo: iStock At present (in 2022), there are 40 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. Among these 40 sites, 32 are cultural, seven are natural, and one mixed. Khangchendzonga or Kanchenjunga National Park, located in Sikkim, is the mixed type. Now this brings us to – why is Khangchendzonga National Park a mixed UNESCO World Heritage Site? Firstly, what is a mixed UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Source: Why is Khangchendzonga National Park a mixed UNESCO World Heritage Site?
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Demarcation of heritage sites in Goa will curb encroachment; Sagar Purswani; Knock Sense
Photo: Knock Sense Amid the rise in the number of illegal structures in the vicinity of several heritage properties in Goa, the state government on July 20 announced to demarcate the heritage sites and structures to curb encroachment.
Source: Knocksense Shorts| Demarcation of heritage sites in Goa will curb encroachment
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Why Mahabalipuram is Beyond Dreamy For Those Who Love Temples And Caves; Lalit Tiwari; india.com
Photo: unsplash Mahabalipuram is renowned for its temples carved out of rock along the shore.
Source: Why Mahabalipuram is Beyond Dreamy For Those Who Love Temples And Caves
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A Sinhalese missionary’s quest to reclaim the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya for Buddhists; Ajay Kamalakaran; Scroll
Photo: Santosh Kumar In the 1890s, Anagarika Dharmapala launched a movement to restore control of the holy Buddhist shrine from a Saivite sect.
Source: A Sinhalese missionary’s quest to reclaim the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya for Buddhists
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