India's ancient cultural heritage gained further recognition on Thursday, July 3, when the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation declared the rock shelters of Bhimbetka, near Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh, a world heritage site.
Union Tourism and Culture Minister Jagmohan welcomed the decision and said it was another feather in the country's cap.
rediff.com Deputy Managing Editor Vaihayasi P Daniel had visited Bhimbetka five years ago. Click here to read her travelogue about 'The Caveman's Easel'.