states: [india]
category: cultural
year: 2013
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 24.8833333333, 74.6461111111
last visited: 2007
unesco id: 247
world heritage site: 247
The Hill Forts of Rajasthan, a UNESCO World Heritage site in India, comprise six majestic forts built between the 5th and 18th centuries by Rajput rulers. These forts, showcasing exceptional architecture and strategic design, served as centers of power, defense, and culture. Their robust walls, intricate palaces, and temples reflect a blend of Rajput and Mughal influences, offering a glimpse into India’s rich historical legacy. Today, they stand as enduring symbols of the region’s royal heritage and engineering prowess.