Delhi 'in the hunt for world heritage status'

The city is fighting with Ahmedabad for world heritage status.

By Southall Travel -Monday, July 04, 2011 04:37 PM

Delhi in the hunt for world heritage status

More travellers could be tempted to book cheap flights to Delhi if the Indian capital's attempt to become the first world heritage-rated city in the country proves successful.

According to the Times of India, heritage organisation the India National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage has submitted an application to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) calling for Delhi to be included on Unesco's nomination list.

However, the city will have to overcome stiff competition from Ahmedabad if it is to land the prestigious recognition.

GG Saxena, managing director of Delhi Tourism, pointed out that India has never submitted an application for a world heritage city rating in the past.

"Since there will be two contenders this time, we are hoping ASI will give a preference to Delhi over Ahmedabad," he added.

Among the famous landmarks that may help Delhi's application prove successful are the Red Fort and the India Gate, one of the country's largest war memorials.

Written by Ruth Norris ADNFCR-1809-ID-800610517-ADNFCR

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