World Heritage Day 2021: History, theme, significance of this day

World Heritage Day is celebrated across the globe on April 18 every year. This is done to spread awareness about the dying cultures, rich cultural diversity and teach them how to preserve the ancient cultures. To make people aware of the dying cultures of nations, UNESCO declared this day as World Heritage Day.

World Heritage Day 2021 History

In the year 1982, the International Council and Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) suggested a day to spread awareness regarding the preservation of ancient culture and its historic sites. However, this idea was adopted later in the year 1983 by UNESCO during the 22nd General Conference. As per ICOMOS, this day is observed internationally to restore and conserve historical cites, dying ancient tribes, etc. Also, this day will help people remind of their history

World Heritage Day Significance

This day gives us an opportunity to conserve and preserve our heritage culture which paves ancient importance. They have an outstanding universal value. The day's aim and significance are not just limited to the various historical monuments and sites. It also plays an important role in preserving the cultural integrity of a community or country.

World Heritage Day 2021 Theme

This year the theme of this special day is 'Complex Pasts: Diverse Future'. This theme is calling people of all the religion to come together keeping aside their differences and give out the message of solidarity.