Sarnath earns UNESCO World Heritage tag, takes India’s tally to 45
The ancient Buddhist site of Sarnath in Varanasi has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage status, bringing India's total number of such sites to 45. The recognition, made at the 48th session of the World Heritage Committee in Busan, South Korea, includes the Chaukhandi Stupa and archaeological remains at Sarnath, dating back to the 6th century BCE.
This marks a proud moment for India, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing delight over the site's association with Lord Buddha's teachings of wisdom, compassion, and harmony. UNESCO explained that Sarnath bears testimony to the enduring spiritual significance of the site, recognized as one of the four key Buddhist pilgrimage destinations established by the Buddha himself.
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