India has 35 World Heritage Sites approved by UNESCO which boast of great cultural and natural importance for the country. We are known for having an astonishing variety of flora and fauna that reside here. For the same reason, it is considered heaven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. So, here are 8 of scenic places from UNESCO's World Heritage Sites situated in India which are known for their natural beauty. Check them out below

3. Manas Wildlife Sanctuary, Assam


It was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1985 for its rich biodiversity, spectacular scenery and natural landscape.

With a splendid scenic sight, Manas Wildlife Sanctuary wraps a vast region of flora and fauna including tiger, pygmy hog, Indian rhinoceros and Indian elephant. Apart from that, it has a range of forested hills, alluvial grasslands and tropical evergreen forests which makes it a perfect place to experience the exquisiteness of nature. It is known for its rare and endangered endemic wildlife such as the Assam roofed turtle, hispid hare and golden langur among other animals.

4. Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks, Uttarakhand


It was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1988 for its spectacular topographical features and rich diversity of species.

Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks are hosts to high diversity and density of flora and fauna with exceptionally beautiful landscape. While the Nanda Devi National Park is home to a large number of threatened mammals, notably snow leopard, Himalayan musk deer, bharal, and blue sheep, the Valley of Flowers National Park is known for its diverse alpine flora.