Ahom Dynasty's Moidams in Assam Added to UNESCO World Heritage List
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Moidams inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List |
| Date of Announcement | July 26, 2024 |
| Session | 46th session of the World Heritage Committee |
| Location of Session | Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi |
| Total Nominations Reviewed | 27 |
| India's Entry Number | 43rd |
| First from Northeast India | Yes |
| Location of Moidams | Charaideo, Assam |
| Historical Period | Ahom Dynasty (13th to early 19th century) |
| First Ahom King Buried | Chau-lung Siu-ka-pha |
| Architectural Significance | Comparable to Egypt's pyramids; vaults with arched passages, polygonal toe-wall, arched gateway |
| Key Preservation Body | Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and Assam's Department of Archaeology |
| Other UNESCO Sites in Assam | Kaziranga National Park, Manas Wildlife Sanctuary (Natural category) |
| Union Minister | Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat (Union Minister of Culture and Tourism) |
| UNESCO Recognition Criteria | Outstanding Universal Value (OUV) for cultural significance and architectural brilliance |
| Hosting Significance | First time India hosted the World Heritage Committee session |