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www.pib.nic.in 2018-08-01 The Walled City of Jaipur, Rajasthan, India is the next proposed site for UNESCO World Heritage recognition: Dr. Mahesh Sharma Ministry of Culture The Walled City of Jaipur, Rajasthan, India is the next proposed site for UNESCO World Heritage recognition: Dr. Mahesh Sharma Posted On: 31 JUL 2018 1:32PM by PIB Delhi The site namely The Walled City of Jaipur, Rajasthan, India has been proposed for World Heritage. As per Operation Guidelines 2017, only one site can be nominated by the state party each year. The recognition of World Heritage is a matter of great pride. It impacts the local economy by giving a boost to domestic and international tourism leading to increased employment Generation, creation of World class infrastructure and augmentation of sale of local handicrafts, handlooms and heritage memorabilia. Besides, it adds to the prestige of the country as well as prescribed site. There are a total of 37 World Heritage sites in India at Present. A list of these sites, State wise, is given below, WORLD HERITAGE SITES IN INDIA CULTURAL SITES: Under Protection of Archaeological Survey of India S. No Name of Site State Agra Fort (1983) Ajanta Caves (1983) Ellora Caves (1983) Taj Mahal (1983) Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram (1984) Sun Temple, Konarak (1984) Churches and Convents of Goa (1986) Fatehpur Sikri (1986) Uttar Pradesh Uttar Pradesh Tamil Nadu Odisha Goa Uttar Pradesh

Group of Monuments at Hampi (1986) Khajuraho, Group of Temples (1986) Elephanta Caves ( 1987) Great Living Chola Temples at Thanjavur, Gangaikondacholapuram and Darasuram (1987 & 2004) Group of Monuments at Pattadakal (1987) Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi (1989) Humayun s Tomb, Delhi (1993) Qutb Minar and its Monuments, Delhi (1993) Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka (2003) Karnataka Champaner-Pavagarh Archaeological Park (2004) Red Fort Complex, Delhi (2007) Hill Forts of Rajasthan (Chittaurgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer and Ranthambhore, Amber and Gagron Forts) (2013) (Amber and Gagron Forts are under protection of Rajasthan State Archaeology and Museums) Rani-ki-Vav (The Queen s Stepwell) at Patan (2014) Archaeological Site of Nalanda Mahavihara (Nalanda University) at Nalanda (2016) Madhya Pradesh Tamil Nadu Karnataka Madhya Pradesh Delhi Delhi Madhya Pradesh Gujarat Delhi Rajasthan Gujarat Bihar Under Protection of Ministry of Railways 23. 24. Mountain Railways of India ( Darjeeling,1999), Nilgiri (2005), Kalka-Shimla(2008) Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus) (2004) West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Himachal Pradesh Under Protection of Bodhgaya Temple Management Committee

25 Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodh Gaya, (2002) Bihar Under Protection of Rajasthan State Archaeology and Museums 26. The Jantar Mantar, Jaipur (2010) Rajasthan Under Protection of Chandigarh Administration 27. The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier, an Outstanding Contribution to the Modern Movement (2016) Chandigarh Under Protection of Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation 28. Historic City of Ahmedabad (2017) Gujarat Under Protection of Government of 29. Victorian and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai (2018) NATURAL SITES: Under Protection of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Changes 30. Kaziranga National Park (1985) Assam 31. Keoladeo National Park (1985) Rajasthan 32. Manas Wildlife Sanctuary (1985) Assam 33. Sunderbans National Park (1987) West Bengal 34. Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks (1988, 2005) Uttarakhand 35. Western Ghats (2012) Karnataka, Kerala,

36. Great Himalayan National Park (2014),Tamil Nadu Himachal Pradesh MIXED SITE: Under Protection of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Changes 37. Khangchendzonga National Park (2016) Sikkim The above information was given by Minister of State (independent charge) for Culture and Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate change Dr. Mahesh Sharma, in reply to an Unstarred Question in the Rajya Sabha, today. NB/PS (Release ID: 1540798) Visitor Counter : 580 Read this release in: Marathi, Tamil END ***** Downloaded from Zuccess App by

Source : www.pib.nic.in Date : 2018-08-23 THE 6TH INTERNATIONAL BUDDHIST CONCLAVE 2018 TO BE HELD IN AURANGABAD Relevant for: History & Culture Topic: Religions, religious thoughts and Philosophy incl. Saints of India Ministry of Tourism The 6th International Buddhist Conclave 2018 to be held in Aurangabad 12 to 15 Buddhist Nations to attend Posted On: 23 AUG 2018 5:55PM by PIB Mumbai With an aim to encourage the prominent Buddhist heritage and pilgrim sites in the State of, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India along with Tourism Development Corporation is organizing the 6th International Buddhist Conclave 2018 on 24th August 2018 in Aurangabad. The International Buddhist Conclave 2018 will highlight the traditional and historical facets of Buddhism across the world. Buddhist delegates, monks and the consulate general from 12 to 15 Buddhist nations will be present at the conclave where, business meetings between them and domestic tour operators will be facilitated. Additionally, presentations and cultural programmes will used to highlight the Buddhist attractions across the State. The conclave will offer participants a platform to interact, encourage, package and sell pilgrimage tours to potential tourists. Minister of Tourism, Government of, Shri Jaykumar Rawal, commented about this occasion that, Buddhist Tourism is a growing sector and the International Buddhist Conclave will help us understand its potential and opportunities to promote Buddhist sites in the state. I am certain through this initiative will be able to encourage Buddhist travellers from across the world. The Ministry of Tourism has also recognized stupas and viharas across the country and is planning to develop these Buddhist Circuits. is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India offering a diverse range of experiences from pristine beaches, wildlife sanctuaries, hill stations, natural caves, waterfalls, to imposing forts, colourful festivals, ancient pilgrimage shrines, museums, and historical monuments. Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) was established with the aim of promoting tourism in the state. To aide tourists, MTDC has opened information centres at all popular destination, which provide travel information about various tourist spots in. For further details, please visit: http://www.maharashtratourism.gov.in/ NS/MC/IJ *** (Release ID: 1543719) Visitor Counter : 22

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