India - World Heritage treasures

Description

A land of contrasts, India is dotted with cultural and natural wonders that bear witness to its rich history. Forty Indian sites are currently inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List. Here they are all brought together for the first time, described by specialists and amply illustrated. The diversity of these places of exceptional value to humanity bears witness to the multitude of cultures and communities that have shaped the country: the Hindu temples of Khajuraho, the Buddhist caves of Ajanta, the Catholic churches and convents of Goa, the Mughal mausoleum of the Taj Mahal... The World Heritage List also includes some remarkable parks and natural areas, such as the picturesque railway in the Darjeeling region and the Manas wildlife sanctuary, dedicated to endangered animal species. A pictorial journey across India, a vibrant tribute to the country's beauty and to this essential shared heritage that must be preserved.