Rangpur–Sivasagar Historic Ensemble: Ahom Heritage on UNESCO’s Tentative List
16 September 2026
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Rangpur–Sivasagar Historic Ensemble: Ahom Heritage on UNESCO’s Tentative List
Context
The Rangpur–Sivasagar Historic Ensemble in Assam was added to India’s UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List in 2026. India submitted the property on 19 June 2026 under cultural criteria (iii) and (iv). The ensemble represents the political, ceremonial and urban centre of the Ahom kingdom in the upper Brahmaputra Valley.
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Rangpur–Sivasagar Historic Ensemble added to UNESCO's tentative list in 2026. Discover Ahom kingdom's political centre, advanced water systems and architectural heritage in Assam.
Keywords
Rangpur-SivasagarAhom kingdomUNESCO tentative listAssam heritageAhom architectureSivasagar tanksTalatal Gharwater-based urban planning