The Indian cities, Nilambur and Thrissur in Kerala along with Warangal in Telangana, have gained recognition from UNESCO after they became the nation’s first entrants in the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities.
About Nilamubur
- Nilamubur is a major eco-tourism destination in Kerala.
- It is primarily marked by various socio-economic patterns and a mix of urban and rural populations.
- The majority of the population depends on agriculture and allied industries.
- The city is mainly known for its development of healthcare facilities.
- Lifelong learning initiatives will provide Nilambur with the tools to innovate in agriculture and handicrafts, promote eco-tourism and improve water management.
About Thrissur
- Thrissur is known as the cultural capital of Kerala.
- The city is also a prime destination for some famous academic and research institutions.
- It is also a flourishing ground in the jewellery industry, especially gold.
- Thrissur is the headquarters of four leading private sector banks in India and an important number of chit funds.
- As a member of the UNESCO GNLC, Thrissur will aim to provide solutions and ideas on issues related to equitable access to learning.
About UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities
- The UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities is an international policy-oriented network that paves way for the development and progress of other cities by sharing ideas and innovations at a global platform.
- The cities included in the list can benefit greatly from the exchange of ideas and solutions for development with other cities.
- A total of 77 cities from 44 countries have joined the UNESCO GLC.
- The network supports and improves the practice of information sharing to enhance learning among member cities.
- The group of global cities also includes some of the most developed cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Hamburg, Athens, Incheon, Bristol, and Dublin.
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