Southern Asia

Projects in Southern Asia

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Preservation of Endangered Indigenous Music and Dance Traditions of Sri Lanka

This project involves the documentation of the traditional Kandyan and Kolam dances and associated objects and music.

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Conservation and Seismic Strengthening of the 16th-Century Char Narayan Temple in Patan Durbar Square

This project directly supports the U.S. embassy’s efforts to strengthen U.S. cooperation with the government and people of Nepal on disaster risk reduction and response.

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Conservation of the 19th-Century Wangduechhoeling Palace in Bumthang, Phase 2

This project, which continues work begun under previous AFCP grants, advances the growing U.S.-Bhutan bilateral relationship and fosters critical partnerships between American…

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Conservation of the 17th-Century Tombs of Taramati and Premamati in Hyderabad

This project, which involves the conservation of the tombs, acknowledges the role of women in Indian history and demonstrates American support for India's cultural heritage.

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Conservation of Archeological Collections at the University of Jaffna Archaeological Museum

The archaeological collection in the University of Jaffna includes important ancient and historic objects from across northern Sri Lanka.

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Conservation of the Dzong Chode Shedup Choepel Ling Gompa in Mustang

This project, which involves the post-earthquake stabilization and conservation of the gompa, directly supports the Embassy's efforts to promote inclusive social and economic …

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Conservation and Seismic Strengthening of the 18th-Century Octagonal Krishna Temple in Patan Durbar Square

This project includes the development of a model seismic design for earthquake resistance in the conservation of damaged historic stone structures.

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