Srinagar included in UNESCO's list of 'Creative Cities Network'

Srinagar included in UNESCO's list of 'Creative Cities Network'

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Category : International Published on: November 09 2021

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  • Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, is one of 49 cities worldwide to join the UNESCO network of creative cities (UCCN).
  • It has been designated as a craft and folk arts creative city.
  • It is a fitting tribute to Srinagar's vibrant cultural ethos.
  • In 2019, the former unified state of Jammu and Kashmir was divided into union territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.
  • The Centre recommended the nomination of Gwalior for the Creative City of Music and Srinagar for the Creative City of Craft and Folk arts to UNESCO on June 29, 2021.
  • The nomination of Gwalior was rejected and that of Srinagar was accepted.

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About UNESCO

  • UNESCO: United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
  • Purpose: The mission of UNESCO is to contribute to the development of a culture of peace, the abolition of poverty, sustainable development, and intercultural dialogue through education, science, culture, communication, and information.
  • Headquarters: Paris, France
  • Founded: 16 November 1945
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