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UNESCO World Heritage temples

Living monuments of world importance

Temples in this guide that are part of UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the best places to understand South Indian temple architecture across 1,000 years.

Brihadeeswarar (Chola), Virupaksha at Hampi (Vijayanagara), Ramappa (Kakatiya), Konark (Eastern Ganga) and Khajuraho (Chandela) show five dynasties and styles across 1,000 years.

The temples

1. Arulmigu Peruvudaiyar (Brihadeeswarar) Temple
2. Sri Virupaksha Temple, Hampi
3. Ramappa (Rudreswara) Temple, Palampet
4. Konark Sun Temple
5. Khajuraho Group of Monuments (Kandariya Mahadeva and Matangeshwar)