India's ancient Buddhist site Sarnath inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming the 45th site from India
The ancient Buddhist site of Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh, India, has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This decision was made during the 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee meeting in Busan, South Korea. Sarnath is now India's 45th site on the list. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the inscription, emphasizing Sarnath's deep connection with Lord Buddha and his timeless message of wisdom, compassion, and harmony that inspires the world. Sarnath is significant as the place where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment.
Key Points
- Sarnath, an ancient Buddhist site in Uttar Pradesh, has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.
- This inscription marks Sarnath as India's 45th site on the UNESCO list.
- The decision was made during the 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Busan, South Korea.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted Sarnath's deep connection with Lord Buddha and its message of wisdom, compassion, and harmony.
Exam Facts
- Sarnath is in Uttar Pradesh, India.
- It is India's 45th site on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
- The inscription occurred during the 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Busan, South Korea.
- Sarnath is where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon.
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