World Heritage Committee Meeting 2024 and the Cultural Significance of Choraideo Moidams
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 46th session of the World Heritage Committee |
| Host Country | India |
| Venue | Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi |
| Dates | 21 to 31 July 2024 |
| Nominations | 27 nominations worldwide: 19 Cultural, 4 Natural, 2 Mixed, 2 boundary modifications |
| India's Nomination | Moidams (Burial System of the Ahom Dynasty) as Cultural Property |
| Historical Context | Tai-Ahom clan migrated from China, settled in Brahmaputra River Valley from 12th to 18th century CE |
| Significant Site | Choraideo, first capital under Chau-lung Siu-ka-pha |
| Architectural Features | Vaulted chambers, arched passages, layers of bricks, earth, vegetation |
| Cultural Significance | Reflects Tai-Ahom beliefs on life, death, afterlife; largest cluster of Moidams |
| Conservation Efforts | Restoration by Archaeological Survey of India and Assam State Department of Archaeology |
| Comparisons | Similar to royal tombs in ancient China and Egyptian pyramids |
| Symbolism | Represents Tai-Ahom heritage, beliefs, rituals, architectural expertise |