Mahabalipuram
- States
- India
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 1984
- Location
- Tamil Nadu State, Chingleput District
- Region
- Asia & Pacific
- Coordinates
- 12.61667, 80.19167
- Last Visited
- 2026
- UNESCO ID
- 249
- WH Site
- 249
Mahabalipuram and Konârak are UNESCO World Heritage sites in India, renowned for their ancient architectural marvels. Mahabalipuram features intricately carved rock-cut temples, monolithic shrines, and cave sanctuaries from the 7th and 8th centuries, reflecting Pallava dynasty artistry. Konârak is home to the 13th-century Sun Temple, an exquisite example of Kalinga architecture, designed as a massive chariot with detailed stone carvings. Both sites showcase India's rich historical and cultural legacy.
