Maratha Military Landscapes of India
♦ The “Maratha Military Landscapes of India” were officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on 11 July 2025.
♦ This decision was taken at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Paris, France.
♦ This significant recognition marks India’s 44th World Heritage site and highlights the country’s remarkable historical and architectural heritage, reflecting its enduring cultural legacy on the global stage.
♦ The nomination, submitted for the 2024–25 cycle, highlights a group of twelve strategically located forts that exemplify the Maratha Empire’s military acumen and architectural brilliance between the 17th and 19th centuries CE.
♦ The inscription followed a rigorous eighteen-month process that included multiple technical evaluations and an on-site mission by ICOMOS, the International Council on Monuments and Sites.
♦ The Maratha Military Landscapes comprise forts located across Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.
♦ The twelve forts include Salher, Shivneri, Lohgad, Khanderi, Raigad, Rajgad, Pratapgad, Suvarnadurg, Panhala, Vijaydurg, and Sindhudurg in Maharashtra, along with Gingee Fort in Tamil Nadu.
Posted Date: July 11, 2025
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