Six Comorian medinas inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage list
Six medinas in the Comoros have been inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage list, marking the first sites from the archipelago to receive this designation. Four of the medinas are located on the island of Grande Comore and two on Ndzouani (Anjouan). The UNESCO World Heritage list includes over 1,200 cultural and natural properties worldwide. This recognition is expected to boost preservation efforts for these historic urban centers.
Key facts
- Six medinas in the Comoros inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage list
- First UNESCO World Heritage sites from the Comoros
- Four medinas on Grande Comore island
- Two medinas on Ndzouani (Anjouan) island
- UNESCO list includes over 1,200 cultural and natural properties
- Recognition expected to aid preservation
Entities
Institutions
- UNESCO
Locations
- Comoros
- Grande Comore
- Ndzouani
- Anjouan