Universal values of Thang Long Imperial Citadel highlighted
The Thang Long Imperial Citadel, recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site a decade ago, has universal values, heard an international symposium held at the citadel on November 23.
At the symposium (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Thang Long ImperialCitadel, recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site a decade ago, hasuniversal values, heard an international symposium held at the citadel onNovember 23.
The event was co-organised by the Hanoi People’sCommittee and the Vietnam National Commission for UNESCO, with theparticipation of representatives from the UNESCO Office in Hanoi, and the UNESCO’sAsia/Pacific Regional Committee for the Memory of the World Programme, amongothers.
Since the citadel won the UNESCO recognition, theHanoi People’s Committee has rolled out multiple activities to realise itscommitments to the UNESCO in preserving and upholding heritage values of thesite.
Delegates at the symposium reviewed excavationsconducted over the past decade, along with data building in service of theconservation work, and cooperation in research and exhibition.
Many suggested restoring traditional architecturesin the citadel, and increasing exhibitions and communication activities topopularise the heritage values among the public.
Buil in the 11th century, the citadel ischaracterised by its longevity and continuity as a seat of power, evidenced bydifferent archaeological levels and monuments, according to UNESCO./.
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At the symposium (Photo: VNA)