India, Nov. 21 -- India is home to 44 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These include a mix of ancient monuments, historic cities, and protected natural areas. Each site tells a different part of the country's story, whether through architecture, art, or the landscape itself.

Here is a quick look at 20 important Indian UNESCO World Heritage Sites and what makes them special:

Listed in 1983, the Taj Mahal remains one of India's most recognised monuments. Its symmetry, the inlay work, the marble glow - everything still draws people in, centuries later.

Built in the 1500s, Agra Fort shows how Mughal palace design evolved. Several emperors lived and ruled from here, giving it huge historical weight.

Ajanta's caves hold some of the oldest survi...