Six heritage sites of MP in UNESCO’s tentative list

Six heritage sites of MP (Madhya Prades)h have been included in the tentative United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) list.

List of Sites included on UNESCO’s Tentative List:

Gwalior Fort:

• Located near Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh, this fort stands as a sentinel to the city’s rich past.
• The Gwalior Fort’s history dates back to the 10th century, showcasing a timeline where it was controlled by different dynasties such as the Hunas, Gurjara–Pratiharas, and the Mughals.
• The fort houses several remarkable structures including the Man Mandir Palace, Gujari Mahal, and Sas Bahu temples.

Khooni Bhandara:

• This underground water management marvel is located in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh.
• Built-in 1615 CE by Abdur Rahim Khan-i-Khanan, the Khooni Bhandara is an example of innovative water management influenced by Persian qanat systems.
• Since 2010, there have been concerted efforts to have Khooni Bhandara recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Rock Art Sites of Chambal Valley:

• These sites are spread across the Vindhyan, Satpura, and Kaimur ranges, traversing Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh.
• The rock art, dating back to the Middle Pleistocene period, covers various historical timelines.

Bhojeshwar Mahadev Temple:

• Positioned in Bhojpur, Madhya Pradesh, this temple is an emblem of medieval Indian architecture.
• Initiated in the 11th century under Paramara king Bhoja, the temple is renowned for its Bhumija style, an advanced form of the Nagara architectural style.

Gond Monuments of Ramnagar, Mandla:

• These monuments reflect the architectural ingenuity of the Gond rulers, with notable structures like Moti Mahal and Begum Mahal.

Historical Ensemble of Dhamnar:

• Located near Dhamnar village, this site encompasses 51 monolithic Buddhist caves and the Dharmarajeshwara Hindu temple complex from the 5th-7th century CE.

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