Sarnath Becomes 45th UNESCO World Heritage Site in India
At the 48th session of the World Heritage Committee in Busan, South Korea, Lee Byong Hyun, chairperson, announced that Sarnath in Varanasi was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Comprising Chaukhandi Stupa and Archaeological Remains of Sarnath, it is recognized for its spiritual significance and historical importance, bringing India’s total to 45 sites. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the recognition on X, highlighting its cultural value.
26 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
Sarnath Becomes India’s 45th UNESCO World Heritage Site
2 AUG 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Sarnath in Varanasi was officially designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, increasing India's total to 45 recognized sites.
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