Earthen Pyramids of Assam: Seven Hundred Years of Construction Legacy of Charaideo Moidams as a Unesco World Heritage Site

The Charaideo Moidams, inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites on 26 July 2024, stand as the most enduring physical remnants of the Ahom dynasty (1228–1826 CE), embodying a 700-year legacy of earthen pyramid construction. These funerary mounds, or 'moidams,' showcase distinctive architecture and engineering with exceptional durability, preserving Ahom mortuary traditions and cultural heritage. The study highlights their significance as both spiritual and historical landmarks for the Tai-Ahom community in Northeast India, offering unique insights into ancient socio-cultural structures across South and Southeast Asia.

Changmai, T., & Hazarika, S. (2026). Earthen Pyramids of Assam: Seven Hundred Years of Construction Legacy of Charaideo Moidams as a Unesco World Heritage Site. International Journal for Multidisciplinary Research, 8(3). https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.79927