India proudly stands as the custodian of 43 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, showcasing the nation’s unparalleled cultural richness and natural splendor. Of these, 35 are recognized for their cultural significance, seven for their natural beauty, and one — Khangchendzonga National Park — celebrated for its unique blend of cultural and natural heritage.
Globally, only five countries surpass India in the number of World Heritage Sites, underlining the country’s esteemed position in preserving global heritage. India made its initial mark on the international stage in 1983, when the Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, Agra Fort, and the Taj Mahal were among the first Indian entries on the prestigious UNESCO list.
From ancient cave art etched into stone walls to dense forests teeming with rare and endangered species, India’s World Heritage Sites represent a kaleidoscope of history, tradition, architecture, spirituality, and biodiversity. These sites not only offer a window into India’s rich past but also affirm the country’s commitment to global heritage preservation.
Here is the complete list of all 43 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India:
| Site | Location (state) | Date | Type |
| Ajanta Caves | Maharashtra | 1983 | Cultural |
| Ellora Caves | Maharashtra | 1983 | Cultural |
| Agra Fort | Uttar Pradesh | 1983 | Cultural |
| Taj Mahal | Uttar Pradesh | 1983 | Cultural |
| Sun Temple, Konârak | Odisha | 1984 | Cultural |
| Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram | Tamil Nadu | 1984 | Cultural |
| Kaziranga National Park | Assam | 1985 | Natural |
| Manas Wildlife Sanctuary | Assam | 1985 | Natural |
| Keoladeo National Park | Rajasthan | 1985 | Natural |
| Churches and Convents of Goa | Goa | 1986 | Cultural |
| Khajuraho Group of Monuments | Madhya Pradesh | 1986 | Cultural |
| Group of Monuments at Hampi | Karnataka | 1986 | Cultural |
| Fatehpur Sikri | Uttar Pradesh | 1986 | Cultural |
| Group of Monuments at Pattadakal | Karnataka | 1987 | Cultural |
| Elephanta Caves | Maharashtra | 1987 | Cultural |
| Great Living Chola Temples | Tamil Nadu | 1987 | Cultural |
| Sundarbans National Park | West Bengal | 1987 | Natural |
| Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks | Uttarakhand | 1988 | Natural |
| Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi | Madhya Pradesh | 1989 | Cultural |
| Humayun’s Tomb, Delhi | Delhi | 1993 | Cultural |
| Qutb Minar and its Monuments, Delhi | Delhi | 1993 | Cultural |
| Mountain Railways of India | West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Himachal Pradesh | 1999 | Cultural |
| Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodh Gaya | Bihar | 2002 | Cultural |
| Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka | Madhya Pradesh | 2003 | Cultural |
| Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus) | Maharashtra | 2004 | Cultural |
| Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park | Gujarat | 2004 | Cultural |
| Red Fort Complex | Delhi | 2007 | Cultural |
| The Jantar Mantar, Jaipur | Rajasthan | 2010 | Cultural |
| Western Ghats | Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu | 2012 | Natural |
| Hill Forts of Rajasthan | Rajasthan | 2013 | Cultural |
| Rani-ki-Vav at Patan, Gujarat | Gujarat | 2014 | Cultural |
| Great Himalayan National Park Conservation Area | Himachal Pradesh | 2014 | Natural |
| Nalanda Mahavihara at Nalanda, Bihar | Bihar | 2016 | Cultural |
| Khangchendzonga National Park | Sikkim | 2016 | Mixed |
| The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier | Chandigarh | 2016 | Cultural |
| Ahmadabad | Gujarat | 2017 | Cultural |
| Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai | Maharashtra | 2018 | Cultural |
| Jaipur City | Rajasthan | 2019 | Cultural |
| Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple, Telangana | Telangana | 2021 | Cultural |
| Dholavira: a Harappan City | Gujarat | 2021 | Cultural |
| Santiniketan | West Bengal | 2023 | Cultural |
| Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas | Karnataka | 2023 | Cultural |
| Moidams – the Mound-Burial system of the Ahom Dynasty | Assam | 2024 | Cultural |