2 Historic Pakistani Sites Proposed for UNESCO Heritage List

Pakistan has requested Unesco to facilitate the inclusion of two major heritage sites, Rani Ghat in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the Port of Banbhore in Sindh, in the World Heritage List.

Key points

• The request was created during a gathering between Unesco Representative in Pakistan Fuad Pashayev and Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Aurangzeb Khan Khichi.
• The proposed items include Makai Roti and Saag from Punjab, Balochi Sajji, Sindhi Biryani and Chapli Kebab from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
• Authorities stated the Unesco World Heritage Centre at present lists Pakistan's tentative sites at 37 properties, including the archaeological site of Rani Ghat and the Port of Banbhore.
• The session was informed that a visit by the World Heritage Committee to Banbhore is anticipated from September 6 to 11.
• While delegations from Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are projected to visit Pakistan in October and November, an international Gandhara conference is scheduled for November.

Notably, the request was created during a gathering between Unesco Representative in Pakistan Fuad Pashayev and Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Aurangzeb Khan Khichi.

Authorities stated the Unesco World Heritage Centre at present lists Pakistan's tentative sites at 37 properties, including the archaeological site of Rani Ghat and the Port of Banbhore. Lahore Named SCO Tourism and Cultural Capital for 2026-27.

Notably, the session was informed that a visit by the World Heritage Committee to Banbhore is anticipated from September 6 to 11.

Notably, the minister additionally requested backing for the inclusion of four Pakistani foods and culinary traditions in the Intangible Cultural Heritage framework.

Meanwhile, the proposed items include Makai Roti and Saag from Punjab, Balochi Sajji, Sindhi Biryani and Chapli Kebab from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Separately, Imran Shaukat, coordinator of the prime minister's task force on Gandhara, remarked aims are under way to expand Gandhara exhibitions abroad and establish dedicated Gandhara Corners to highlight Pakistan's Buddhist heritage. 12 New Pakistani Sites Continued to UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List.

He remarked the task force is additionally considering allocating five to 10 acres near selected Gandhara sites for Buddhist schools and institutions to establish research and meditation centres.

While delegations from Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are projected to visit Pakistan in October and November, an international Gandhara conference is scheduled for November. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover.

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