UNESCO World Heritage Siteswere created in 1978 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). They began designating important sites around the globe as part of an effort to preserve the world’s cultural and natural heritage. The current list of World Heritage S...
The World Heritage Convention celebrates its fortieth anniversary in 2012. In 1972, the key words were environment and protection; today, key agendas are sustainable development, climate change and culture. The Convention identies sites for conservation according to academically derived criteria of ...
Unveiling the Marvels: Top UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Asia that Showcase Rich Cultural Heritage When you visit any Asian country, you’ll be amazed by all the stunning temples, historic cities, landmarks and natural landscapes that have been designated as Unesco World Heritage sites that ...
UNESCO World Heritage sites are witnesses to the history of earth and mankind. They tell the story of the country’s formation and are part of the Swiss identity. Each one of these places stands for authenticity, quality and diversity across generations.
UNESCO World Heritage sites in Japan, Gunkanjima, Nagasaki Japan's rapid industrialization in the fields of shipbuilding, steel production and coal mining, after its opening to the west in the Meiji Period (1868-1912), is recognized in 23 sites on eleven properties in south western Japan added...
UNESCO World Heritage Sites With a past as storied as Europe’s, it’s impossible not to take in some history while on your trip. Find out more about UNESCO World Heritage Site in the European territory. Interactive Map © Ezequiel Scagnetti European Union1/11Where...
UNESCO World Heritage Sitesinclude more than 1,000 naturally and culturally significant destinations around the globe. According to the United Nations, the purpose of designating World Heritage Sites is “identification, protection and preservation of cultural and natural heritage around the world.” ...
The World Heritage Convention celebrates its fortieth anniversary in 2012. In 1972, the key words were environment and protection; today, key agendas are sustainable development, climate change and culture. The Convention identies sites for conservation according to academically derived criteria of outsta...
Since joining the International Convention Concerning the Protection of World Cultural and Natural Heritage 31 years ago, China has had 48 locations named as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. That number is second only to Italy's 51, with 34 of the Chinese venues designated as cultural, 10 as ...
World Heritage Sites in ChinaThe International Convention Concerning the Protection of World Cultural and Natural Heritage established and adopted World Heritage List at the 17th General Conference of UNESCO in November 1972.In 1985, China Joined the International Convention Concerning the Protection of ...