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Inscription: Timbuktu (Mali)

Document type
Decision
Reference number
XIV.A
Date
Dec 5, 1988
Source
UNEP, InforMEA
Status
Active
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Treaty
Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (Nov 23, 1972)
Meeting
12e session du Comité
Website
whc.unesco.org
Abstract

Timbuktu

119 rev

Mali

C(ii)(iv)(v)

The Committee decided to inscribe the three large mosques and sixteen cemeteries and mausoleums of Timbuktu. In view of the threat of sand encroachment at Timbuktu, the Committee suggests that the Mali authorities consider inscription of this property on the List of World Heritage in Danger.