Azerbaijan to host 23rd ICOMOS General Assembly in 2029

The 22nd General Assembly and Scientific Symposium 2026 of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) was held in Kuching, Malaysia, on October 22.

Sadagat Davudova, Deputy CEO of the Reserves Management Center under the State Tourism Agency, delivered a presentation on Baku’s bid to host the organization’s next Triennial General Assembly, scheduled for 2029.

During the presentation, she highlighted Azerbaijan’s rich cultural heritage, with particular emphasis on monuments and historical sites included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, as well as Baku’s modern infrastructure and experience in organizing international events.

The presentation also showcased Azerbaijan’s tangible and intangible cultural heritage.

At the assembly, the ICOMOS Board decided to designate Baku as the host city for the 23rd ICOMOS Triennial General Assembly in 2029.

Established in 2021 with the support of the State Tourism Agency, the ICOMOS Azerbaijan National Committee works to preserve the country’s cultural heritage, develop international cooperation, and promote the exchange of professional experience in the field.

The ICOMOS General Assembly, held every three years, is one of the major international platforms for promoting cultural heritage preservation.