The ruins of which Indus Valley site in Gujarat was named as a World Heritage Site in 2021?
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Dholavira
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The ruins of Dholavira, an Indus Valley site in Gujarat, was named as a World Heritage Site in 2021.
Dholavira is a Harappan city located on the island of Khadir in the Kutch district of Gujarat. It is one of the most prominent and well-preserved urban settlements of the Indus Valley Civilization. Its inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July 2021 highlights its outstanding universal value, representing the unique characteristics of the Harappan civilization in terms of urban planning, water management systems, and architecture.