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Antequera Dolmens Site
Located in the heart of Andalusia in southern Spain, the site includes three megalithic monuments: the Dolmens of Monga and Vieira and the Dome of El Romeral, and two natural monuments: the Cueva de los Inamorados and the Cueva de El Torcal, which are landmarks within the site. The monuments were built during the Neolithic and Bronze Ages with large blocks of stone that formed chambers with pediments or false domes. The three tombs, buried beneath the original mound, are among the most remarkable works of architecture of European prehistory and are among the most important examples of European megalithic architecture.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus)
Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, formerly known as Victoria Terminus, is an outstanding example of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture in India, incorporating themes from traditional Indian architecture. Designed by British architect FW Stevens, the building became a symbol of Mumbai as the "Gothic City" and India's major international commercial port. Construction of the terminal began in 1878 and took 10 years to complete, using Victorian Gothic design based on late medieval Italian models. Its striking stone domes, towers, pointed arches and peculiar floor plans are close to traditional Indian palace architecture. It is an outstanding example of the fusion of two cultures, with British architects working with Indian craftsmen to incorporate Indian architectural traditions and styles to create a new style that is unique to Mumbai.
Elephanta Caves
Located on an island in the Sea of Oman near Mumbai, the "City of Caves" features a series of rock paintings related to the worship of Shiva. Indian art found its most perfect expression here, especially in the huge high reliefs in the main cave.
The Sundarbans
The Sundarbans Mangroves are one of the largest mangrove forests in the world (140,000 hectares) and are located on the delta of the Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna rivers in the Bay of Bengal. It is adjacent to the Indian Sundarbans Frontier, inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1987. Intersected by a complex network of tidal waterways, mudflats and islets of salt-tolerant mangroves, the site is an excellent example of continuous ecological processes. The area is known for its wide variety of fauna, including 260 bird species, Bengal tigers and other endangered species such as estuarine crocodiles and Indian pythons.
Sun Temple, Konârak
Bathed in the rays of the rising sun, the Konark Temple on the shores of the Bay of Bengal is a magnificent representation of the chariot of the sun god Surya; its 24 wheels are decorated with symbolic motifs and the horses are led by a team of six. Built in the 13th century, the temple is one of the most famous Brahmanical shrines in India.
The Sundarbans
The Sundarbans Mangroves are one of the largest mangrove forests in the world (140,000 hectares) and are located on the delta of the Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna rivers in the Bay of Bengal. It is adjacent to the Indian Sundarbans Frontier, inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1987. Intersected by a complex network of tidal waterways, mudflats and islets of salt-tolerant mangroves, the site is an excellent example of continuous ecological processes. The area is known for its wide variety of fauna, including 260 bird species, Bengal tigers and other endangered species such as estuarine crocodiles and Indian pythons.
Chitwan National Park
Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, Chitwan is one of the few undisturbed remnants of the "Terai" region, which once straddled the foothills of India and Nepal. The flora and fauna here are extremely rich. The park is home to one of the last populations of Asian one-horned rhinos and is one of the last refuges for the Bengal tiger.
Ruins of the Buddhist Vihara at Paharpur
Somapura Mahavira is evidence of the rise of Mahayana Buddhism in Bengal, and was a renowned intellectual centre from the 7th century until the 12th century. The layout of this temple city is perfectly suited to its religious function and represents a unique artistic achievement. Its clean and harmonious lines and rich carvings and decorations influenced Buddhist architecture as far away as Cambodia.