Southern Asia

Projects in Southern Asia

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Conservation of the Early 20th-Century Varun Dev Temple (Shri Varun Dev Mandir) on Manora Island

This project involves the conservation of the early 20th-century temple, community engagement activities, and conservation training opportunities for local artisans.

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Conservation of the Collections of the Archaeological Site Museum of Anuradhapura

This project involves the outfitting of suitable storage and display spaces within a recently restored museum building.

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Conservation of Ancient Monuments within the Rajagala Archaeological Reserve in the Ampara District of Eastern Sri Lanka, Phase 2

The reserve includes remains of several ancient buildings and monuments that once formed part of Grikumbhila, a large Buddhist monastery active from its foundation in the 2nd …

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Conservation of the 16th-Century Arab Serai Complex Gateway at Humayun's Tomb in Delhi

This project involves the conservation of the complex’s grand gateway.

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Restoration and Seismic Strengthening of the Early 20th-Century Gaddi Baithak in Kathmandu Durbar Square

This project involves the restoration and seismic strengthening of the building.

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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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