Baku:Azerbaijan has been designated as the host for the 23rd General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) in 2029. The decision was made during the 22nd General Assembly held in Kuching, Malaysia.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Sadagat Davudova, Deputy CEO of the Reserves Management Center under the State Tourism Agency, played a pivotal role by presenting Baku’s bid to host the forthcoming assembly. Her presentation emphasized Azerbaijan’s rich cultural heritage, highlighting monuments and historical sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List, along with Baku’s modern infrastructure and its experience in organizing international events.
The presentation also included insights into Azerbaijan’s tangible and intangible cultural heritage. The ICOMOS Board, after considering the bid, confirmed Baku as the host city for the significant event scheduled for 2029.
The ICOMOS Azerbaijan National Committee, established in 2021 with the support of the State Tourism Agency, is focused on preserving the country’s cultural heritage, fostering international cooperation, and promoting the exchange of professional expertise in this domain. The ICOMOS General Assembly, convened every three years, serves as a crucial international platform for the advocacy of cultural heritage preservation.