World Heritage Day: 5 lesser-known heritage sites in India

World Heritage Day: 5 lesser-known heritage sites in India Pic: Pexels Mid-Day Lifestyle By Raaina Jain Published Apr 18, 2025 [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Great Himalayan National Park, Himachal Pradesh Nestled in the western part of Himalayas, this national park is a biodiversity hotspot, housing 25 forest types and a diverse range of fauna species. Pic: Pexels [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Rani ki Vav, Gujarat Located in Patan, this stepwell was built in the Maru-Gurjara architectural style. It reflects mastery in art and profound knowledge of water storage systems. Pic: Pexels [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

Bhimbetka Rock Shelters, Madhya Pradesh Located in the foothills of the Vindhya mountains, these rock shelters house rock paintings that give a glimpse into the life of prehistoric communities. Pic: Unsplash [{ "selector": ".imaoe-a", "duration": "1000ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

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