The Cultural Landscape and Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley comprise a serial property consisting of eight separate sites within the Valley and its tributaries. The Cultural Landscape and Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley represent the artistic and religious developments which from the 1st to the 13th centuries characterised ancient Bactria, integrating various cultural influences into the Gandharan school of Buddhist art. Criterion (iv): The Bamiyan Valley is an outstanding example of a cultural landscape which illustrates a significant period in Buddhism. AuthenticityThe cultural landscape and archaeological remains of the Bamiyan Valley continue to testify to the different cultural phases of its history. Protection and management requirementsThe monuments and archaeological remains of the Bamiyan Valley are public property, owned by the State of Afghanistan.