7 UNESCO World Heritage Site forts to explore in India

Oct 8, 2024 Priya Srivastava

UNESCO heritage forts

India boasts of some grand forts that are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These forts are stunning, ancient and hold immense historical significance. A look at India seven world heritage forts: Canva

Amer Fort, Rajasthan

Amber Fort in Jaipur is a marvellous architectural beauty which was built by Raja Man Singh I in the 16th century. The fort, overlooking Maota Lake, was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013. Canva

Chittorgarh Fort, Rajasthan

Chittorgarh Fort, set on top of a hill, was also designated a UNESCO site in 2013. It is also among the largest forts in India, spread across 700 acres. Canva

Red Fort Complex, Delhi

The Red Fort in Delhi is an iconic symbol of India’s history. It was designated as a UNESCO site in 2007. Canva

Gagron Fort, Rajasthan

Gagron Fort was built between the 7th and 14th centuries. It is a rare example of a “Jal Durg” (water fort) and was designated a UNESCO site in 2013. CC 3.0

Ranthambore Fort, Rajasthan

Ranthambore Fort was also designated as a UNESCO site in 2013. It is set within Ranthambore National Park and was built in the 10th century. Canva

Kumbhalgarh Fort, Rajasthan

Kumbhalgarh Fort was built in the 15th century by Rana Kumbha, and is known as the second-longest wall in the world after the Great Wall of China. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013. Canva

Jaisalmer Fort, Rajasthan

Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013, Jaisalmer Fort or Sonar Quila or the Golden Fort, is one of the living forts, bustling communities within its walls. Canva

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