UNESCO Assistant Director-General for Priority Africa and External Relations Firmin Edouard Matoko on October 28 applauded the northern province of Ninh Binh for its determination, commitment and direction in preserving and promoting the value of Trang An heritage site.
Hanoi boasts a rich and diverse cultural heritage shaped over millennia. Today, the city leads the country in the number of both tangible and intangible cultural assets, with thousands of monuments, vibrant festivals, and traditional craft villages, many recognised by UNESCO.
The OWHC has joined hands with the Thai province of Ayutthaya in holding a discussion aimed at laying down development direction for World Heritage cities in the future.