World Heritage Day: According to UNESCO, out of the 1,199 World Heritage Sites, about 56 are listed as 'in danger.' These include 16 natural and 40 cultural sites and they face a range of threats, including natural disasters, urbanization, pollution, and armed conflict.
India's heritage buildings stand as testaments to a rich tapestry of history and architectural brilliance. But their grandeur isn't limited to the daytime. Many of these monuments come alive at night, bathed in illuminations that add a new dimension to their beauty.
World Heritage Day isn't merely a celebration; it's a call to safeguard our cultural legacy for today and tomorrow. Protecting these treasures ensures their enduring inspiration and educational value.
Every year, the 18th of April marks World Heritage Day. This year, the World Heritage Day theme is "Heritage Changes."
Our colorful country India with its varied culture marks its uniqueness in the world with its diversity. As the country has numerous heritages sites which attract travellers from all around the world, it stands on the sixth number on the World Heritage List with 40 heritage sites.
The Red Fort, the Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Purana Qila and Safdarjung's Tomb are illuminated daily, but the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) says on Saturday, there will be special lighting of diyas and candles.
April 18th is celebrated as World Heritage Day across the globe.
Kolkata, April 19: Educating youngsters about heritage and culture is as important as awareness about other issues, said educators and heritage conservationists here yesterday on the occasion of the World Heritage Day."They are our future
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