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Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking to declare Agra 'heritage city'
3 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking to declare Agra 'heritage city'

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a plea seeking to declare Agra a "heritage city" and said there is nothing to show that such a declaration would give the city any special advantage. During the hearing, the Bench asked the counsel what advantage the city would get if it was declared a heritage city and what were the provisions under …

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Supreme Court Dismisses Plea To Declare Agra As 'World Heritage Site'
3 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court Dismisses Plea To Declare Agra As 'World Heritage Site'

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed an application seeking to declare the city of Agra as a "World Heritage Site. "A bench comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Augustine George Masih observed that the Court cannot pass any direction to declare any place as a heritage site.The counsel for the applicant submitted that a nomination has to be made to …

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Foreign diplomats immerse themselves in Beijing's cultural splendor
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Foreign diplomats immerse themselves in Beijing's cultural splendor

China Daily  

A diplomat enjoys Chinese intangible cultural heritage during the tour. Over 40 foreign diplomats in China embarked on an immersive travel experience, discovering a variety of new cultural and tourism hot spots in the capital city, during June 28-30. They were participants in the "Discover China Cultural Tour of Beijing For Diplomats in China", organized by the Ministry of Culture …

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Jaipur: India’s newest ‘it’ city is pink
8 months, 1 week ago

Jaipur: India’s newest ‘it’ city is pink

Live Mint  

Jaipur is on a lot of people’s minds. “But Jaipur was born cool.” When the late Jacqueline Kennedy, the former first lady of the US, came to Jaipur in 1962, she famously said of her trip, “It’s been a dream.” Part of the Delhi-Agra-Jaipur “golden triangle”, it has attracted tourists and enthusiasts alike for its iconic landmarks, from the City …

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5 things you need to know about YEIDA’s ₹1220 crore Heritage City project
10 months, 2 weeks ago

5 things you need to know about YEIDA’s ₹1220 crore Heritage City project

Hindustan Times  

The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority has approved the revised detailed project report of the Heritage City project and sent it to the Uttar Pradesh government for final approval. An artistic impression of the proposed Heritage City by Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority. The theme-based heritage center will occupy 350 acres, while a yoga wellness center, naturopathy, and Ayurveda facilities …

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A cuisine that shows excellent taste
1 year ago

A cuisine that shows excellent taste

China Daily  

Minchi, a classic dish in Macao cuisine, the name of which is derived from the English word "mince". However, despite its rich history, the cuisine remains a relatively undiscovered gem, frequently mischaracterized as a mere extension of Cantonese cooking. Encapsulating the essence of centuries-old cross-cultural influences, it has been enlisted among China's National Intangible Cultural Heritage, as well as being …

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Hamas says Gaza mosque destroyed, urges UNESCO to save heritage
1 year ago

Hamas says Gaza mosque destroyed, urges UNESCO to save heritage

Al Jazeera  

The Great Omari Mosque has been reduced to rubble, with only its ancient minaret standing, according to images released by the Palestinian group. Hamas has said that Israel bombed Gaza’s medieval Omari Mosque, causing widespread destruction to the landmark site, and urged UNESCO to protect historic buildings in the besieged Palestinian territory. Footage and images posted on social media by …

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Venice and its lagoon again escape inclusion on UNESCO list of heritage sites in danger
1 year, 3 months ago

Venice and its lagoon again escape inclusion on UNESCO list of heritage sites in danger

Associated Press  

VENICE, Italy — Venice on Thursday again escaped the tarnish of UNESCO’s list of world heritage sites in danger, drawing a victory cheer from the mayor but scorn from environmentalists and scientists alarmed by the impact of mass tourism and climate change on the storied lagoon city. ”Venice is a place where more people should be able to live and …

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Madras Day: 22 August, know history and significance
1 year, 4 months ago

Madras Day: 22 August, know history and significance

Live Mint  

The Madras Day, the founding day of city of Madras, now called Chennai, is observed on 22 August every year. But, to celebrate the city, the Madras Day was launched in 2004 by a small group of people. According to Themadrasday.in, “Madras Day was an idea that three people put together – the city’s famed historian, S. Muthiah, journalist Sashi …

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Bird droppings a blemish on Hyderabad's heritage structures
1 year, 6 months ago

Bird droppings a blemish on Hyderabad's heritage structures

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Diminishing trees and lack of shelters have left birds, especially pigeons that inhabit the city in large numbers, to seek shelter at sparsely-populated heritage structures, damaging them in multiple instances and causing concern among heritage experts. Anchuri, an architect and structural engineer, who is an expert in building material science and has undertaken several heritage conservation works, said that …

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Xi'an: Home to 6 UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites
1 year, 7 months ago

Xi'an: Home to 6 UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites

China Daily  

Xi'an, the capital city of Northwest China's Shaanxi province, is home to six UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites. As the China-Central Asia Summit is set to take place in Xi'an from May 18 to 19, and the city prepares to embrace attention from the world, let's take a look at these sites. Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor The Mausoleum …

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Delhi's first 'Haunted Heritage Walk' to kick off from Malcha Mahal on May 6
1 year, 7 months ago

Delhi's first 'Haunted Heritage Walk' to kick off from Malcha Mahal on May 6

Hindustan Times  

Delhi's first 'Haunted Heritage Walk', organised by the city government's Tourism department, will start with a guided tour of Malcha Mahal on Saturday, officials said. Delhi's first 'Haunted Heritage Walk' to kick off from Malcha Mahal on May 6. "We are organising the Delhi Tourism Haunted Heritage Walk at Malcha Mahal on May 6. The Tourism department is identifying "haunted" …

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Puducherry learns from Ahmedabad, in bid to get UNESCO World Heritage City tag
1 year, 10 months ago

Puducherry learns from Ahmedabad, in bid to get UNESCO World Heritage City tag

The Hindu  

With the recent notification of 114 heritage buildings in the Boulevard in Puducherry as protected structures, the Puducherry government has taken another step in its bid to get a UNESCO World Heritage City tag. Taking a leaf out of Ahmedabad’s success, a delegation from Puducherry has visited the city twice now, to learn about the process of securing a World …

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Music traditions stoke artistic passion in China's ice city
2 years, 2 months ago

Music traditions stoke artistic passion in China's ice city

China Daily  

Harbin has been a nursery for artists and artistic marvels thanks to its rich musical heritage and culture. We want to revitalize this tradition and take it to a higher level," said Sha Xiaodong, deputy director of Harbin Cultural Broadcasting and Tourism Bureau. In recent years, Harbin has fostered the integration of fine art and public culture, providing residents with …

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Visit the Mesmerising Khajuraho During Monsoon to Experience Pure Bliss
2 years, 5 months ago

Visit the Mesmerising Khajuraho During Monsoon to Experience Pure Bliss

News 18  

Khajuraho is one of the most photogenic places in India. Visit Khajuraho in the rainy season Monsoon is an ideal time to go on a vacation and visit places that have been on your travel wish list for many years. If you are planning to go on a quick getaway during this monsoon, you should consider visiting the ancient city …

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Can Dholavira withstand a flood of tourists?
3 years, 4 months ago

Can Dholavira withstand a flood of tourists?

Live Mint  

On 27 July, when Unesco added Dholavira, a Harappan City to its list of World Heritage Sites, along with Telangana’s 13th century Kakatiya Rudreshwara Temple, India was jubilant. While Dholavira’s meticulous city planning is characteristic of other Harappan cities like Mohenjo-daro, now in Pakistan, elements of its urban infrastructure make it quite distinct. Already, in response to feedback from the …

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Liverpool stripped of its UNESCO World Heritage listing
3 years, 5 months ago

Liverpool stripped of its UNESCO World Heritage listing

CNN  

CNN — It’s famous for its docks, the Beatles, and its two world-renowned soccer teams – but now, Liverpool is going through a different kind of notoriety. UNESCO said in a statement that the city had been “deleted” from the list “due to the irreversible loss of attributes conveying the outstanding universal value of the property.” It called the development …

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Rajamahendravaram to get Heritage City tag soon
4 years, 2 months ago

Rajamahendravaram to get Heritage City tag soon

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA,: Rajamahendravaram is to get the Heritage City tag soon, with state archaeological authorities collecting concrete evidence of the city being once ruled by Chalukya dynasty in 10th and 11th centuries. Rajamahendravaram has many historic structures from subsequent periods, like Royal Mosque of 1353 A. D. near One Town police station, residential building of social reformer Kandukuri Veeresalingam, Markendaya Swamy …

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