Kesariya Stupa

One of the largest and tallest Buddhist Stupas in the world. Currently 32 meters high, but once was 46 meters high.

Trikuteshwara temple

Complex of extremely ornate temples from the 11th – 12th centuries, mostly devoted to Shiva.

Kasivisvesvara temple

Hindu temple built in the 11th – 12th centuries, one of the most ornate historical temples in region.

Chennakesava temple in Belur

One of the most impressive and ornate examples of Hoysala style in architecture, built in 1268. Building is covered with seemingly countless sculptures.

Virupaksha temple in Hampi

One of most sacred Shiva temples, adorned with a beautiful ornamentation. First mentioned in the 7th century and in intense use since then, current buildings mainly from the 12th century.

The Great Banyan

One of the trees with the largest canopy in the world. This Ficus benghalensis is considered to be some 200 – 250 years old, the area of the canopy – 1.5 hectares, circumference of the canopy – 1 kilometer. Height up to 25 meters, contains some 2,880 aerial roots rooted in soil.

Airavatesvara Temple

Beautiful temple from the 12th century – although comparatively small but contains exquisite, sophisticated sculptures.

Rameswaram Temple complex

One of the important pilgrimage sites, oldest buildings from the 12th century. Contains a group of temples in rich Southern Indian style, including 1 219 meters long pillared corridor.

Sri Meenakshi Amman temple

Important temple, dedicated to god Shiva, built in 1600 AD, temple here first mentioned in the 7th century. This is one of the most ornate Hindu temple complexes and includes 14 beautiful and colorful Gopurams – ornate towers up to 51,9 meters high.

Doddabasappa Temple

Impressive temple from the 12th century with unusual architecture: it is shaped as a 24-pointed star.