The 46th World Heritage Committee will be held in New Delhi, India from July 21 to July 31, 2024.24 new World Heritage sites addedIt was done.
This article provides an overview of the newly inscribed heritage sites and an overview of the deliberations at the 46th World Heritage Committee.
New World Heritage Sites to be registered in 2024
List of newly added wonders
The following World Heritage sites were newly inscribed at the 46th World Heritage Committee meeting:
| Heritage Name | Heritage name (English) | Name of country holding the item | Registration Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appian Way: Regina Viarum (Queen of the Way) | Via Appia. Regina Viarum | Italy | (iii)(iv)(vi) |
| Hugmatana | Hegmataneh | Japan-Iran Relations | (ii)(iii) |
| Moidam: Ahom burial mound system | Moidams – the Mound-Burial System of the Ahom Dynasty | India | (iii)(iv) |
| Melka Kunture and Baltit: Archaeological and Paleontological Sites in the Ethiopian Highlands | Melka Kunture and Balchit: Archaeological and Palaeontological Sites in the Highland Area of Ethiopia | Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia | (iii)(iv)(v) |
| Old City of Gedi and Archaeological Site | The Historic Town and Archaeological Site of Gedi | Japan-Kenya Relations | (ii)(iii)(iv) |
| Cultural Landscape of Al-Faw Archaeological Area | The Cultural Landscape of Al-Faw Archaeological Area | Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | (ii)(v) |
| Poo Prabhat: Evidence of the Sema Stone Tradition of the Dvaravati Period | Phu Phrabat, a testimony to the Sīma stone tradition of the Dvaravati period | Japan-Thailand Relations | (iii)(v) |
| Beijing's central axis: a group of buildings representing the ideal order of the Chinese capital | Beijing Central Axis: A Building Ensemble Exhibiting the Ideal Order of the Chinese Capital | Japan-China Relations | (iii)(iv) |
| Schwerin manor houses | Schwerin Residence Ensemble | Japan-Germany Relations | (iv) |
| Gold Mine of Sado Island | Sado Island Gold Mines | Japan | (iv) |
| Monastery of St. Hilarion / Tell Umm Amer | Saint Hilarion Monastery/ Tell Umm Amer | Palestinian Territories | (ii)(iii)(vi) |
| The Royal Palace of Tiebele | Royal Court of Tiebélé | Burkina Faso | (iii) |
| Archaeological heritage of the caves of Niah National Park | The Archaeological Heritage of Niah National Park's Caves Complex | Malaysia | (iii)(v) |
| Emergence of modern human behaviour: Pleistocene settlements in South Africa | The Emergence of Modern Human Behavior: The Pleistocene Occupation Sites of South Africa | South Africa | (iii)(iv)(v) |
| Human Rights, Freedom and Reconciliation: The Legacy of Nelson Mandela | Human Rights, Liberation and Reconciliation: Nelson Mandela Legacy Sites | South Africa | (vi) |
| Umm al-Jimar | Umm Al-Jimāl | Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan | (iii) |
| Brancusi sculptures in Targujiu | Brâncuși Monumental Ensemble of Târgu Jiu | Romania | (i)(ii) |
| Borders of the Roman Empire: Dacia | Frontiers of the Roman Empire – Dacia | Romania | (ii)(iii)(iv) |
| Lake Kenozero Cultural Landscape | Cultural Landscape of Kenozero Lake | Russian Federation | (iii) |
| Flow Country | The Flow Country | England | (ix) |
| Badain Jaran Desert: Sand Towers and Lakes | Badain Jaran Desert – Towers of Sand and Lakes | Japan-China Relations | (vii)(viii) |
| Lençóis Maranhenses National Park | Lençóis Maranhenses National Park | Brazil | (vii)(viii) |
| Vietornica cave in Ravno | Vjetrenica Cave, Ravno | Bosnia and Herzegovina | (x) |
| Te Henua Enata: Marquesas Islands | Te Henua Enata – The Marquesas Islands | France | (iii)(vi)(vii)(ix)(x) |
Newly added cultural heritage sites in 2024
Appian Way: Regina Viarum (Queen of the Roads) (Italy)
The Appian Way is over 800 km long.The oldest and most important of the great roads built by the RomansIt was built and developed between 312 BC and the 4th century AD, and was originally conceived as a strategic road for military conquest, aimed at advancing into the East and Asia Minor, but later it promoted the growth of cities along the route, gave birth to new settlements, and supported the development of agricultural production and trade.
The site comprises 19 components and is an accomplished civil engineering ensemble that demonstrates the technical expertise of Roman engineers in road construction, civil engineering, infrastructure development and large-scale land development.
Hugmatana (Iran)
Haghmatana is an ancient city located in the city of Hamadan in northwestern Iran.It flourished as the center of the Median civilization from the 7th to 6th centuries BC.It later served as a summer capital for the Achaemenid, Seleucid, Parthian and Sassanid dynasties, and was a crossroads for diverse civilisations as a site of human habitation spanning almost 3000 years. The archaeological remains provide valuable evidence of the urban planning and building techniques of these periods, and many artefacts were discovered in the 20th century. This has led to Hagmatana being listed as a World Heritage Site in 2024, with its state of conservation and the measures taken to protect it being recognised.
Moidam: Ahom dynasty tomb and burial system (India)
Moidam is an Ahom period tomb system in the Indian state of Assam.It was built for the Thai Ahom royal family and nobility from the 13th to 19th centuries.The mound means "House of Spirits" and it was believed that those buried there would be deified. Moi Dam served as the religious and cultural centre of the Ahom dynasty and is characterised by its unique funerary architecture and its harmony with the natural environment. Moi Dam is recognised as a World Heritage Site due to its well-preserved state and reflecting the ancestor worship and cosmology of the Thai Ahom people.
Melka Kunture and Baltit: Archaeological and paleontological sites in the Ethiopian Highlands (Ethiopia)
Melka Kunture and Baltit are important archaeological and paleontological sites located in the Ethiopian Highlands and were inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2024.Human activity from the Paleolithic periodThe remains show evidence of human evolution, architectural techniques, and coexistence with nature, and are recognized as cultural heritage sites.
Old City of Gedi and Archaeological Site (Kenya)
Geddy isAn ancient Swahili city in Kilifi County, KenyaIt flourished from the 10th to the 17th centuries, reaching its peak from the 12th to 15th centuries. The city had unique architecture using coral stone and wood, advanced urban planning, and was clearly divided by inner and outer walls. Gedi was an important hub for international trade across the Indian Ocean and also contributed to the spread of Islam. Although it was abandoned in the 17th century, the ruins are well preserved and will be registered as a World Heritage Site in 2024 as a symbol of Swahili civilization.
Cultural Landscape of Al-Faw Archaeological Area (Saudi Arabia)
The Al-Faw archaeological site is located in the Empty Quarter desert in southern Saudi Arabia.Human activities and culture from the Paleolithic period to the 5th centuryThe site preserves approximately 12,000 remains, including caravan cities and burial mounds, which have been discovered in the area due to the harsh natural environment and have been preserved in the area. In particular, the caravan city of Qaryat Al Faw, which played an important role as a trading hub with South Arabia and the Mediterranean world, is valued as evidence of multicultural exchange. With the involvement of the local community, Al Faw is being preserved in a sustainable manner and is scheduled to be registered as a World Heritage Site in 2024.
Poo Prabhat: Evidence of the Sema Stone Tradition of the Dvaravati Period (Thailand)
Phu Phra Bat Historical Park is located in Udon Thani Province, Thailand.Seema stones and unique rock shelters marking Buddhist sanctuaries from the Dvaravati period (7th to 11th centuries).It is a culturally and historically significant site with many remains. The Sima stones were used for Buddhist monastic life and rituals, and the rock shelters formed by nature and human hands were used as places for Buddhist activities. There are also rock paintings depicting human and animal figures in the rock shelters, indicating human occupation for over 2,000 years. This site, which will be registered as a World Heritage Site in 2024, is a unique heritage site that combines Buddhist culture with natural scenery.
Beijing's central axis: A group of buildings representing the ideal order of the Chinese capital (China)
Beijing's central axis isA historical urban axis formed over approximately 700 years from the Yuan to Qing dynastiesThis axis connects important monuments such as the Forbidden City, the imperial palace, and Tiananmen Square, and is the center of urban planning. The Central Axis was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2024 because of its symbolic layout that reflects China's urban planning tradition and combines ritual and urban management. Its uniqueness as a cultural landscape and its historical value that has been maintained between tradition and modernization have been recognized, and future protection and management are considered important.
Schwerin mansions (Germany)
The Schwerin Manors are located in the city of Schwerin, the capital of the Grand Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin in northeastern Germany.19th centuryA complex of buildings, parks and gardens constructed inAt the heart of the city is Schwerin Castle, a palace rebuilt in the Neo-Renaissance style and surrounded by administrative, cultural and religious buildings. As it was not significantly damaged during the Second World War, the buildings have been well preserved and are considered a cultural asset that epitomizes the historicist style. These factors have led to the Schwerin Villas being listed as a World Heritage Site in 2024.
Sado Island Gold Mine (Japan)
Sado Island is located in Niigata Prefecture, Japan.An island rich in mineral resources due to its volcanic geologyDuring the Edo period, Sado Island was one of Japan's major gold and silver mining sites, with the Nishimikawa Placer Gold Mine and the Aikawa-Tsurushi Gold and Silver Mine operating actively. Mining techniques included non-mechanized "O-nagashi" and tunnel digging, and gold production increased under the strict management system of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Mining activities continued after the Meiji period with the introduction of Western technology. Currently, the Sado Island gold mine ruins are preserved and will be registered as a World Heritage Site in 2024, and their historical and cultural value is internationally recognized.
Monastery of St. Hilarion, Tel Umm Amer (Palestine)
The ruins of the Monastery of St. Hilarion (Tell Umm Amer), located in the coastal dunes of the municipality of Nuseira,One of the earliest monastic ruins in the Middle EastIts origins date back to the 4th century. Founded by Saint Hilarion, it began as an association of hermits and later developed into a communal monastic community. It was the first monastic community in the Holy Land and laid the foundation for the spread of monastic life in the region.
The monastery's strategic location at the crossroads of major trade routes connecting Asia and Africa allowed it to serve as a centre of religious, cultural and economic exchange, and became emblematic of the flourishing desert monasteries of the Byzantine period.
The Royal Palace of TiebeleBurkina Faso)
The Royal Palace of Tiébéré is a historic complex built in the 16th century in southern Burkina Faso.An important symbol of the social organization and culture of the Kassen peopleThe palace is known for its unique architecture, using natural materials such as earth and wood, and for its symbolic mural decorations by women. The buildings are arranged according to the status of the inhabitants and serve as a center for the community's ceremonies and cultural transmission. The Royal Palace of Tiébere has been recognized as a heritage that demonstrates the richness of the Kacena culture and will be inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2024.
Archaeological Heritage of the Caves of Niah National Park (Malaysia)
The Niah National Park Caves are located in the heart of Niah National Park, near the west coast of Borneo.50,000 years of tropical rainforest and human historyThe remains date from the Pleistocene to the mid-Holocene.
The wealth of archaeological remains, prehistoric rock art and boat-shaped burial remains in the northern tip of the region reveal biological and human life from this period and greatly enhance our knowledge of human development, adaptation and migration, not only in Southeast Asia but also in a global context.
Emergence of modern human behaviour: Pleistocene settlements in South AfricaSouth Africa)
The settlements contribute to our understanding of the origins of behaviorally modern humans, their cognition and culture, and the climatic changes they have survived.The evolution of modern human behavior dating back 162,000 yearsIt represents the most diverse and best-preserved record of
Human Rights, Freedom and Reconciliation: The Legacy of Nelson MandelaSouth Africa)
Nelson Mandela was an iconic leader of the South African liberation struggle against the apartheid regime, and his legacy isA symbol of "human rights, liberation and reconciliation"Mandela is internationally recognized as the greatest South African leader of all time. Mandela went from non-violent protest to armed struggle through the ANC (African National Congress), and led South Africa to democratic status after 27 years of imprisonment. His approach to reconciliation and dialogue based on the philosophy of "Ubuntu" has been highly praised both at home and abroad, and he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993. Mandela's legacy will be registered as a World Heritage Site in 2024, and its significance will continue to inspire the world as a symbol of peace and reconciliation.
Umm al-Jimar (Hashemite Jordan)
Umm al-Jimar isA historic rural settlement in northern Jordan that developed around the 5th century on Roman ruins.It continued until the 8th century. It is characterized by its basalt architecture and Byzantine and early Islamic architecture, and developed under the influence of many eras, from the Nabataean period to the Roman, Byzantine and Islamic periods. Its innovative water collection system and unique regional architecture were highly praised, and it was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2024. Even today, local traditions and intangible cultural heritage are being passed down.
Brancusi sculptures in Targujiu (Romania)
Austere and meditative, yet accessible, the Targu Jiu monumental complex was created between 1937 and 1938 by Constantin Brancusi, the influential pioneer of abstract sculpture.Commemorating those who lost their lives defending the city during World War IIt was created to.
Conceived by Constantin Brancusi, this fascinating blend of abstract sculpture, landscape architecture, engineering and urban planning is more than just a memorial to a local war; it offers an original vision of human existence.
Borders of the Roman Empire: Dacia (Romania)
Dacia is nowAn ancient kingdom centered in RomaniaIn 2024, it was registered as a World Heritage Site as "Borders of the Roman Empire: Dacia". This region attracted the attention of the Roman Empire due to its abundant mineral resources and strategic geographical location, and was annexed by Rome after the Dacian Wars. While integrating with Roman culture, Dacia maintained its own culture and religion, and its defense system and fortified city of Sarmizegetusa are particularly highly regarded. These elements were the reasons why Dacia was evaluated as worthy of being a World Heritage Site.
Lake Kenozero Cultural Landscape (Russia)
Lake Kenozero is located in the Arkhangelsk region in northwestern Russia.A region with a rich natural environment and historical valueIt is characterized by traditional wooden architecture built between the 12th and 19th centuries and a rural landscape created by Slavic settlement. The area around Lake Kenozero has preserved its unique architectural techniques and culture, and is of great value as an intangible cultural heritage. With the establishment of Kenozero National Park in 1991, conservation activities have been promoted, and the area will be registered as a World Heritage Site in 2024. This has further promoted the protection of the region's cultural heritage and economic revitalization.
New natural heritage sites added in 2024
Flow Country (England)
Flow Country is one of the world's largest blanket bogs, located in the north of Scotland.9,000 years of peat formation and a unique ecosystemThe area has been registered as a World Heritage Site in 2024 by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. The region has rich biodiversity and plays an important role in mitigating global climate change, especially in carbon sequestration. Flow Country conservation efforts began in the 1970s and have been carried out with the cooperation of scientists and local communities, leading to the current World Heritage registration. It is expected that the ecosystem and natural heritage of the region will continue to be protected and passed on to future generations.
Badain Jaran Desert: Sand Towers and Lakes (China)
Badain Jaran desertA vast desert located in China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous RegionIt was added to the World Heritage List in 2024. The desert is known for its mega dunes, some of the tallest sand dunes in the world, the unique phenomenon of "singing sand", and colorful lakes. These lakes are formed by groundwater and play an important role in the ecosystem within the desert. The desert's geological evolution and evidence of climatic changes are important for understanding the history of the Earth, and it was added to the World Heritage List for its natural beauty and geological value.
Lençóis Maranhenses National Park (Brazil)
Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is a vast national park located in the northeastern Brazilian state of Maranhao, covering an area of 156,562 hectares.White sand dunes and lagoonsThe park is characterized by its sand dunes formed by the wind, and lagoons appear during the rainy season, allowing visitors to enjoy the seasonal changes in the landscape. Established in 1981, the park was recognized for its unique geological features and beautiful natural scenery, and was designated a World Heritage Site in 2024. Nature conservation and sustainable tourism are promoted in cooperation with the local community.
Vietornica Cave in Lavno (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
The Vetrenica Cave is located in the Dinaric Alps in southern Bosnia and Herzegovina and is 7,324 metres long.Rich biodiversityIt is rich in natural beauty and is home to 231 species of organisms, many of which are endemic, and the diversity of cave biota is highly regarded worldwide. Caves have been known since ancient times, and their scientific value has been made clear through research since the 20th century. Protection and management remain issues, but it is hoped that the ecosystem can be maintained sustainably if appropriate measures are taken.
Newly added mixed heritage sites in 2024
Te Henua Enata: Marquesas Islands (France)
Located in the South Pacific, this complex of continuous sites dates back to around 1000 AD, when the islands were first discovered across the ocean, and between the 10th and 19th centuriesHuman civilizations developed on isolated islandsThe islands provide an outstanding testimony to the occupation of the Marquesas by the American Indians and, remaining virtually untouched by human development, the waters of the Marquesas are considered to be one of the last remaining marine wildernesses in the world.
Summary of the results of the 46th World Heritage Committee meeting
Number of World Heritage Sites
As a result of deliberations at the 46th World Heritage Committee, 24 new World Heritage sites were inscribed, bringing the total number of World Heritage sites to 1,222.
| Number of newly registered heritage sites | Total by category | |
|---|---|---|
| Cultural Heritage | 19 Results | 952 results |
| Natural heritage | 4 Results | 231 Results |
| Mixed Heritage | 1 Result | 40 Results |
Number of World Heritage Sites in Danger
The Monastery of St. Hilarion/Tell Umm Amer (Palestine) has been newly inscribed as a World Heritage Site and has also been added to the List of World Heritage in Danger.
On the other hand, Njokoro Koba National Park (Senegal) has been removed from the list of World Heritage Sites in Danger, bringing the total number of World Heritage Sites in Danger to 56.
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