US Edition'Maratha Military Landscapes' of India Inscribed on World Heritage List: UNESCO
MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, JUL 11 – Twelve forts linked to Maratha rulers, including Shivaji Maharaj, were recognized for their 17th-19th century military architecture, becoming India's 44th UNESCO World Heritage site.
- During the 47th World Heritage Committee session in Paris, the inscription of 12 Maratha forts was approved after an 18-month evaluation process.
- Following the January 2024 submission, India's nomination underwent an 18-month evaluation involving technical meetings and an ICOMOS site review.
- According to UNESCO records, 18 of 20 State Parties endorsed the inscription after a 59-minute deliberation, calling it an 'exceptional cultural testimony' by the committee.
- Following the inscription, UNESCO rules will govern site upkeep, with mountaineers and the government responsible for ongoing conservation efforts.
- More broadly, India now has 44 World Heritage sites, ranking sixth globally and second in Asia-Pacific, with 62 on the Tentative List and active WHC membership, strengthening its cultural footprint.
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UNESCO adds ‘Maratha Military Landscapes' to World Heritage List, PM Modi says 'entire nation elated'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (July 12) celebrated the inclusion of the 'Maratha Military Landscapes' in the UNESCO World Heritage List, calling it a proud moment for every Indian. In a post on X, he highlighted the Maratha Empire’s legacy of good governance, military strength, cultural pride, and resistance to injustice. "These Maratha Military Landscapes include 12 majestic forts- 11 in Maharashtra and one in Tamil Nadu," the Prime …
India's 'Maratha Military Landscapes' inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List
Its 12 components are — Salher Fort, Shivneri Fort, Lohgad, Khanderi Fort, Raigad, Rajgad, Pratapgad, Suvarnadurg, Panhala Fort, Vijay Durg, and Sindhudurg in Maharashtra, and Gingee Fort in Tamil Nadu.
Unesco inscribes 'Maratha Military Landscapes' as World Heritage Site
Its 12 components are - Salher Fort, Shivneri Fort, Lohgad, Khanderi Fort, Raigad, Rajgad, Pratapgad, Suvarnadurg, Panhala Fort, Vijay Durg, and Sindhudurg in Maharashtra, and Gingee Fort in Tamil Nadu
"Glorious Moment": 12 Shivaji Forts Added In UNESCO World Heritage List
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said the inclusion of 'Maratha Military Landscapes' representing the fortification system of Maratha rulers in the UNESCO World Heritage List was a "proud and glorious moment" for the state.
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