UNESCO launches a new project to protect cultural heritage from emergencies in Central Asian countries
UNESCO intends to support the capabilities of Central Asian countries to protect cultural heritage sites during emergencies through an appropriate Fund. The resources will be used to increase the readiness of World Heritage sites, museums and other infrastructure to various threats.
Responsibility for the implementation of the plans was assigned to the UNESCO Cluster Office in Almaty. The Foundation, which is a mechanism for the protection of cultural heritage from disasters and conflicts, is designed to ensure the complete safety of cultural and historical objects, the press service of the organization reports.
In 2016, one of the oldest cities in the world, Shakhrisabz, which is located in Uzbekistan, was included in the List of UNESCO Cultural Heritage Sites under threat.
Currently, there are about 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Central Asia, 3 of which are located in Turkmenistan, including the Ancient City of Merv, the monuments of the city of Keneurgench and the Parthian fortresses of Nis.
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