By Afiur
December 28, 2025
Geological Heritage of St Mary’s Island Cluster (Udupi, Karnataka)St Mary’s Island Cluster is a group with distinctive hexagonal basaltic columns, coastal geology, and unusual natural formations which
Deccan Traps at Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar, MaharashtraThis is a vast volcanic plateau with ancient basalt flows, dramatic escarpments, and unique flora and fauna. It is important for understanding E
Meghalayan Age Caves (East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya)These are cavern systems preserving the mineral deposits and formations from the Meghalayan geological age, offering records of past climate, biodiver
Naga Hill Ophiolite (Kiphire, Nagaland)This place is connected to Nagaland’s regional past. The ophiolite provides insights into tectonic processes and mineral deposits.Naga Hill Ophiolite (Kiphire, N
Natural Heritage of Tirumala Hills (Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh)These are sacred hills with unique landscapes, spiritual significance, forest ecosystems, medicinal flora and the pilgrimage traditions tha
Erra Matti Dibbalu, Visakhapatnam, Andhra PradeshThe place boasts of coastal red-sand dunes fossils forming geologic structures, marine avian biodiversity, and eroded landforms. It has a visually stri
Natural Heritage of Varkala, KeralaThis site in Kerala consists of cliff coastal structures, springs, mineral soils and coastal ecosystems. Combined with cultural and spiritual importance, the scenic
Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks (Uttarakhand)Prior to these seven additions, thisplace in Uttarakhand, known for high-altitude wilderness, snow leopards, and rare Himalayan flora, was
Western Ghats (Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu)This is a global biodiversity hotspot with montane forests, endemic species, and sacred groves, influencing monsoon patterns and supporti
Keoladeo National Park (Rajasthan)In 1985, Unesco named the Keoladeo National Park, a man-made wetland and bird sanctuary that serves as a haven for migratory birds like the Siberian crane, pelicans,
12 Maratha forts seeking Unesco’s heritage tag12 Maratha forts seeking Unesco’s heritage tag12 Maratha forts seeking Unesco’s heritage tag12 Maratha forts seeking Unesco’s heritage tag