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Chhattisgarh has taken a big step toward global recognition with the inclusion of Kanger Valley National Park in UNESCO's Tentative List of World Heritage Sites. This recognition highlights the park's rich biodiversity and unique natural beauty. If granted full World Heritage ...

The Moidams in Assam have recently garnered international attention. These pyramid-like structures, located in upper Assam at Charaideo, are the burial places of Ahom kings and queens. The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) has recommended the Moidams for inclusion ...

The devastating earthquake that struck Gujarat on January 26, 2001, is a tragic chapter in India's history. With an epicenter near Bhuj, the quake registered a magnitude of 7.7, claiming approximately 13,000 lives and injuring over 167,000 people. It destroyed homes, ...

As Madhya Pradesh's six heritage sites found a place on UNESCO's tentative list, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav took to social media to extend his congratulations to the people of the state for this remarkable achievement. In his announcement, the Chief Minister highlighted ...

Rani Ki Vav is a magnificent stepwell in Patan, Gujarat, that was built by Queen Udayamati in memory of her husband King Bhima I in the 11th century. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of Indian architecture ...

India is set to showcase its rich historical heritage on the global stage, with the nomination of "Maratha Military Landscapes of India" for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List for 2024-25. This extraordinary ensemble of forts, developed between the ...

The Chola Empire, once a dominant force in South India, is renowned for its remarkable contribution to art, culture, and architecture. The grand temples built during this era are not just places of worship but are also embodiments of the architectural ...

The historic Palace of Aigai in northern Greece, witnessing the proclamation of Alexander the Great as king, has been fully restored after 16 years of meticulous renovation. The grand reopening, celebrated at an inauguration event, marked a global milestone in archaeological ...

UNESCO's Recognition of Cultural Heritage In an announcement that resonates with pride, UNESCO unveiled the winners of the 2023 Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation. This prestigious recognition, awarded after a meticulous evaluation in November 2023, celebrates projects that exhibit a ...

Shalimar Bagh: A Tapestry of Love and History Shalimar Bagh: Srinagar, the capital city of Jammu and Kashmir, is a jewel cradled in the lap of the Himalayan mountains, adorned by the enchanting Dal Lake and the meandering Jhelum River. Renowned ...

Come April 2024, Thailand will have a very good reason to celebrate Songkran, the traditional Thai New Year in a much bigger way than ever before. Very recently, UNESCO formally recognised the Songkran in Thailand, Traditional Thai New Year Festival as ...

An Inspired Creation: Bahubali Statue at Khumboj   The Bahubali Statue at Khumboj stands as a remarkable testament to Jain art and devotion. Resembling the Bahubali statue at Shravanabelagola, this magnificent creation was inspired by its renowned counterpart. Erected in ...