ADVISORY COMMISSION ON RAKHINE STATE CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT Rakhine is home to a variety of sites of great historical, religious and cultural value. Among these, the temples of Mrauk U – widely considered the greatest manifestation of Rakhine’s rich history and culture – have been on UNESCO’s “tentative list” for becoming a world heritage site since 1996. In its interim report, the Commission encouraged the Government of Myanmar to declare Mrauk U as a candidate for such status, and take the necessary steps to ensure the site’s eligibility. Since then, the Government has engaged positively with UNESCO and other international partners to move the process forward. Recommendations: 76. The Government of Myanmar should continue its collaboration with UNESCO and other international partners to ensure Mrauk U’s eligibility as a world heritage site. 77. The Government should list and protect historic, religious and cultural sites of all communities in Rakhine. This includes sites such as U Ye Kyaw Thu Monastery, St. Mark Anglican Church, Sri Moha Dev Bari Hindu Temple, the Badar Makkar Sufi Shrine and other cultural landmarks. 58 Towards a Peaceful, Fair and Prosperous Future for the People of Rakhine