Monument
Taj Mahal
A celebrated Mughal-era monument in Agra, known for its marble architecture and ornamental detail.
Heritage
Architecture that carries history forward.
India's built heritage includes ancient structures, sacred architecture, forts, palaces, monuments and urban traditions shaped by many periods and cultures.
Architecture
Qutub Minar
A monumental tower complex in Delhi that reflects layers of architectural and historical development.
Fort
Red Fort
A major Mughal fortification in Delhi and an important symbol of India's historical and national story.
Beyond famous monuments
Heritage is more than a list of buildings.
Cultural heritage also includes knowledge, craftsmanship, religious architecture, traditional settlement patterns, historic landscapes and the practices associated with places.
Looking at heritage through this wider lens helps connect architecture with the people, skills and histories that gave it meaning.
Heritage themes
- Forts: Defensive architecture and royal histories.
- Temples: Sacred spaces with distinctive regional design traditions.
- Palaces: Courtly architecture, decorative arts and royal legacies.
- UNESCO heritage: Sites recognized internationally for outstanding cultural or natural value.