World Heritage Week 2023: Here's all you need to know about the week

By Chayanika Das
Published on Nov 22, 2023 05:49 pm IST

World Heritage Week seeks to raise awareness about the diverse traditions and cultures across the globe.

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World Heritage Week is observed every year from November 19 to November 25. The week aims to promote the conservation of culture and heritage across the globe. It celebrates the heritage sites recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Here's all you need to know about this significant week. (HT File Photo) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Nov 22, 2023 05:49 pm IST

World Heritage Week is observed every year from November 19 to November 25. The week aims to promote the conservation of culture and heritage across the globe. It celebrates the heritage sites recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Here's all you need to know about this significant week. (HT File Photo)

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World Heritage Week is celebrated by UNESCO and various international organizations. In India, the festival is observed by the Archaeological Survey of India. (HT File Photo) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Nov 22, 2023 05:49 pm IST

World Heritage Week is celebrated by UNESCO and various international organizations. In India, the festival is observed by the Archaeological Survey of India. (HT File Photo)

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World Heritage Week serves as a platform to encourage people, communities, governments, and individuals to actively engage in the conservation of these invaluable heritage sites. (HT File Photo) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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World Heritage Week serves as a platform to encourage people, communities, governments, and individuals to actively engage in the conservation of these invaluable heritage sites. (HT File Photo)

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It was established in 1945 with the aim of fostering the intellectual and moral solidarity of mankind. (Instagram/@thetripperstours) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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It was established in 1945 with the aim of fostering the intellectual and moral solidarity of mankind. (Instagram/@thetripperstours)

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In honour of 'World Heritage Week,' the Department of Archives, Archaeology, and Museum (Kashmir Division) has arranged a special exhibition this year, showcasing distinctive manuscripts and artefacts. (Sanchit Khanna/HT PHOTO) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Nov 22, 2023 05:49 pm IST

In honour of 'World Heritage Week,' the Department of Archives, Archaeology, and Museum (Kashmir Division) has arranged a special exhibition this year, showcasing distinctive manuscripts and artefacts. (Sanchit Khanna/HT PHOTO)

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The World Heritage Convention was adopted by the Member States of UNESCO in 1972. (Instagram/@VarunPyasi) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Nov 22, 2023 05:49 pm IST

The World Heritage Convention was adopted by the Member States of UNESCO in 1972. (Instagram/@VarunPyasi)

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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR
    Chayanika Das

    Chayanika Das is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times. She focuses on the gallery section, covering news and lifestyle, and also writes features.

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