World Heritage Day 2020 observed globally on 18 April
World Heritage Day 2020 observed globally on 18 April every year to preserve the human heritage and to recognise all the efforts of relevant organizations. The theme of World Heritage Day 2020 is Shared Culture, Shared heritage and Shared responsibility.
Important takeaways for all competitive exams:
- UNESCO formation: 4 November 1946.
- UNESCO Headquarters: Paris, France.
- UNESCO Director-General: Audrey Azoulay.
- Headquarters of International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS): Paris, France.
- International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) Founded: 1965.
- President of International Council on Monuments and Sites: Toshiyuki Kono.