Embossed like a beauty symbol on the land of Tamilnadu are the many Heritage attractions.To say the least, these marvels of South India not only are a shining stroke of culture of Tamilnadu endowed by the Pallava and Chola rulers but also a treasure of physical science artifacts, sculptures, bronze castings and paintings that belonged to them. If you look deep enough in the yesteryears, you will find that these historical sites in Tamilnadu have been making their mark from the past 2000 years. And as for the variation and grandeur, there are Heritage sites in Tamilnadu that support every culture whether it be Buddhist Monasteries, Mosques, Churches or Hindu Temples. To take in all the beauty of the intricately structured palaces, forts, monuments, temples, historic buildings and many more, not only do you have to stretch your neck back to view the top but also your holidays here. Tamilnadu which is famed as the most popular tourist destination in India is home to not just some, but many must visit Historical places which are ranked as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. To begin with, the most called for tourist attraction and an archaeologist's heart winner is the Brihadeeswarar Temple, the glory spot of Thanjavur.
This finely built Hindu Temple was carved out by Raja Raja Chola I and along with Airavatesvara and Gangaikonda temple are renowned as World Heritage Site. And that's not all as next in the list is Shore Temple, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Shore Temple's construction had an interesting architectural twist, it was made by the granite blocks from the shore of Bay of Bengal and was directed by the Pallava Dynasty. Your heritage tour here may not be complete without sighting the very famous UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nilgiri Mountain Railway known as the Mountain Railways of India. Followed by the Descent of Ganges, the shining diamond in the rough of Tamilnadu which is rewarded as the largest open-air rock relief in the world. This monument along with Arjuna's Penance are not only protected monuments by the Archaeological Survey of India but are another beautiful addition to the country's glory as UNESCO World Heritage. Furthermore, the state owns and is the proud guardian of many other heritage attractions which are enveloped in great cultural heritage, perfect enough to attract travellers from across the globe.
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