The Role of UNESCO World Heritage Site Charaideo Moidam in Promoting Tourism Through Tai-Ahom’s Intangible Cultural Heritage

Charaideo Moidam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Assam, India, serves as a pivotal link between the tangible heritage of Ahom royal burial mounds and the intangible cultural practices of the Tai-Ahom community. This study reveals that the site's potential as a center for cultural tourism can significantly boost global awareness of Tai-Ahom traditions while benefiting local communities. By analyzing archival research, the study highlights how Charaideo Moidam preserves oral traditions, ancestral rituals, and Indigenous knowledge systems, including the Tai-Ahom language. It also addresses challenges such as inadequate documentation, commercialization risks, and limited community involvement, offering recommendations for sustainable heritage management. The findings emphasize the site's role in cultural revival, education, and intergenerational knowledge transfer, ensuring the survival of Tai-Ahom heritage in contemporary times.

Borah, D., & Kumar, P. (2024). The role of UNESCO World Heritage Site Charaideo Moidam in Promoting Tourism Through Tai-Ahom’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. International Journal for Multidisciplinary Research, 6(6). https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i06.34050