Historic Urban Landscape Project
The The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has selected Gwalior and Orchha cities of Madhya Pradesh under its “Historic Urban Landscape Project”.
- The project was started for the inclusive and well-planned development of fast-growing historical cities while preserving the culture and heritage.
- Varanasi and Ajmer are the other two Indian cities recognised under the project.
- UNESCO will prepare the development and management plan of these cities, which will be jointly developed by UNESCO, Government of India and Madhya Pradesh.
- Under the plan, full care of the culture, history, nature, traditions and heritage of the cities will be taken in the sustainable ....