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Sanchi Stupa - Village Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh

Sanchi, comprises a group of Buddhist monuments (monolithic pillars, palaces, temples and monasteries) - all in different states of conservation & most of which date back to the 2nd and 1st centuries B.C., are located 40 Kms from Bhopal, the Capital of Madhya Pradesh, India.

It is the oldest Buddhist sanctuary in existence and was a major Buddhist centre in India until the 12th century A.D.

Since 1989, Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi have been declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Temples of Khajuraho - Madhya Pradesh

Temples of Khajuraho, were built during the Chandella dynasty, which reached its apogee between 950 and 1050.

Only about 20 temples remain; they fall into three distinct groups and belong to two different religions – Hinduism and Jainism. They strike a perfect balance between architecture and sculpture.

The Temple of Kandariya is decorated with a profusion of sculptures that are among the greatest masterpieces of Indian art.

Since 1986, Temple Monuments of Khajuraho have been declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka - Madhya Pradesh

Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka, are in the foothills of the Vindhyan Mountains on the southern edge of the central Indian plateau.

Within massive sandstone outcrops, above comparatively dense forest, are five clusters of natural rock shelters, displaying paintings that appear to date from the Mesolithic Period right through to the historical period.

The cultural traditions of the inhabitants of the twenty-one villages adjacent to the site bear a strong resemblance to those represented in the rock paintings.

Since 2003, Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka have been declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site.