August 6, 2026 | 03:25 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Beijing has been designated as the UNESCO-UIA (International Union of Architects) World Capital of Architecture for 2029, UNESCO announced on Wednesday, August 5. This designation followed a recommendation from the Joint Committee for the World Capital of Architecture.
In the press release, citing ANTARA, UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enany expressed his confidence that the city's extraordinary architectural heritage, dynamic urban transformation, and forward-looking vision would inspire a new international dialogue on the power of architecture.
Jointly established by UNESCO and the UIA, the World Capital of Architecture program highlights the transformative role of architecture, urban planning, culture, and heritage in fostering sustainable urban development. Every three years, UNESCO designates the host city of the UIA World Congress as the UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture.
According to UNESCO, Beijing was selected for its remarkable ability to blend one of the world's richest architectural heritages with a forward-looking vision of sustainable urban development.
"Its historic urban fabric, successful regeneration projects and vibrant architectural culture demonstrate how heritage, innovation and community life can reinforce one another in shaping resilient and livable cities," stated UNESCO in a press release.
El-Enany expressed his confidence that Beijing's extraordinary architectural heritage, dynamic urban transformation, and forward-looking vision will inspire a new international dialogue on the power of architecture in the lead-up to Beijing 2029.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, became the first city designated as the UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture in 2020, followed by Copenhagen and Barcelona.
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