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The Hoysala temples in Belur, Halebeedu and Somanathapura are India’s official nominations for inclusion as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, but a few other temples belonging to the same period could join the list at to come up. The Hoysala temples in Belur, Halebeedu and Somanathapura are India’s official nominations for …

SOTO CANO AIR BASE, Honduras – Joint Task Force-Bravo and the Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command partnered with the Honduran Army’s 120th Infantry Brigade and the Institute of Anthropology and History to assess cultural heritage sites affected by hurricanes Eta and Iota in Copan, Honduras, March 7-11. This is …

TEHRAN – A hidden gem and a backpacker’s dream, Iran holds vast potential as a vacation destination with stunning landscapes, numerous World Heritage sites and, above all, its hospitable people. Dissenting voices exist, but the problem is that the true face of Iran is galaxies away from the image Western …

Holy Island / Inis Cealtra on Lough Derg Michael McNamara, Independent TD of Clare, said a decision regarding the inclusion of the Burren Uplands and Holy Island (Inis Cealtra) cultural landscape on a new Tentative List of potential World Heritage properties for the Ireland has been pushed back until June. …

With so much to see in national parks, it can be hard to decide which one to visit. These parks were created to protect some of the world’s most diverse ecosystems, breathtaking views and stunning wildlife. National parks are a nature lover’s paradise, with everything from tranquil lakes and lagoons …

TDT | manama The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com The historic building of the municipality of Manama is to be refurbished as part of an application to be included on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) and the …

Work worth £15million to transform visitor facilities at a World Heritage Site is due to start later this year. A total of £13.3million was granted by the UK government’s leveling fund in October to improve the area around the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct in Trevor, with £1.7million coming from other organizations . …

The Kingdom of Bahrain is an island country located in the Persian Gulf. It originally consisted of 50 natural islands, but 33 newer man-made islands bring that number to 83. Bahrain lies between Qatar and Saudi Arabia but has no land border with the other other than the causeway of …

Three times as many sites of sacred value, scientific wonders and natural splendors across Africa could face risks from human-induced climate change by mid-century, study finds. The research reveals that 56 natural and cultural heritage sites across Africa are already at risk from coastal flooding and erosion exacerbated by rising …

Vorarlberg is one of the main regions of Austria, in the far west of the country. It borders Germany, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. A popular part of Vorarlberg is the sunny Bregenzerwald (Bregenz Forest) which is on the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites due to its nature, architecture and …

The Scottish capital’s summer and winter festivals, museums and galleries, and the Old and New Towns have all been cited by Tripadvisor in its annual awards for the world’s best destinations. Edinburgh was named ahead of Bangkok, Amsterdam, Lisbon, Mumbai, Jaipur, Abu Dhabi, Las Vegas and Athens as it was …

Thessaloniki UNESCO World Heritage Sites are now available on the Google Arts & Culture platform. “Thessaloniki: An Open Museum of Early Christian and Byzantine Art” includes photographs, videos and interactive street views of the city’s ancient and Byzantine monuments, collectively inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1988. Some of …

NEW DELHI: India has been ranked among the top 10 countries for cross-country travel in an index of 118 countries by vacation home aggregator Holidu. The index has been compiled taking into account a variety of factors considered important to anyone planning a road trip, including attractions like Unesco World …

The Ministry of Tourism celebrated the National Tourism Day by holding a two-hour program on a virtual platform today January 25, 2022 under the aegis of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebration, marking 75 years of the independence of India. The theme of this year’s celebration is rural and community …

WHY IT RATES: The independent hotel brand will begin its expansion in Asia starting in mainland China this year, with a mountainside hotel opening this year and a beachfront hotel slated to open in 2026. – Lacey Pfalz, Associate Editor, TravelPulse Hyatt today announced that the Destination by Hyatt brand …

TRAVEL by Eric Mackenzie Lamb The Republic of Malta has always been one of the places I have wanted to visit. But due to ever-changing Covid-19 travel restrictions, the small island nation was difficult to get to. However, I finally did it last summer. And what I saw was just …

The practice of harvesting olives, which dates back centuries, began in the ancient town of Stratonikeia, located in the Turkish province of Mugla, Anadolu News Agency reports. The city was inscribed on the Tentative List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2015. Also known as the “City of the Gladiators”, …

Editor’s Note – Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter. Receive news about opening and closing destinations, inspiration for future adventures, as well as the latest in aviation, food and drink, where to stay and other travel developments. (CNN) – Surprisingly perhaps, less than 10% of the …

Efforts are underway to include the Buddhist site excavated in and around Sannati, on the banks of the Bhima at Chittapur taluk in the Kalaburagi district, in the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites, the additional director general said ( conservation and scientific preservation), Archaeological Survey of India, New Delhi, …

[Intangible: adj. Incapable of being perceived by the senses.] While some would characterize the effects of marijuana as anything but intangible, the Ministry of Culture is considering including Thai ganja on UNESCO’s “intangible cultural heritage” list. The ministry says Thai cannabis has been used in all parts of the country …

A statue of Heracles has just been exhumed on Monday in the ancient Greek city of Aizanoi, in Asia Minor. Credit: Screenshot of the video A magnificent statue of Heracles, the Greek demigod, has just been unearthed in the ancient Greek city of Aizanoi, according to archaeologists’ statements to the …

Corals in large parts of the Great Barrier Reef could be affected by massive bleaching for the fourth time in just seven years by the end of January, according to forecasts from a US government agency. Reef scientists are hoping favorable weather conditions, including cloud cover and rain or a …

[By Chanda Penda] Explore the heritage field Last week we explored the satirical genesis of the witchcraft smear as part of the Bachelor of Arts in Intangible Cultural Heritage (IBH) program offered by the University of Zambia (UNZA). So far, I get questions from almost everyone who is a first-time …

The International Court of Justice on Tuesday ordered Azerbaijan to prevent and punish acts of vandalism and desecration affecting Armenian cultural heritage sites during the ongoing conflict in the region. Cornell University researchers Adam smith and Lori Khatchadourian used high resolution satellite images monitor and document the threatened and damaged …

Since March of this year, the new dizzying archaeological excavations at the Sanxingdui site have continued to impress the world. Golden masks, bronze sacred trees, bronze altars and many other national level cultural relics showcase the imagination of the Shu civilization. To discuss the future protection and development of these …

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Rapa Nui, Kiribati, Edinburgh and Arnhem Land (clockwise from left) are all likely to be severely affected by climate change. (Getty) What do the famous Moai stone statues of Rapa Nui (Easter Island) and the spectacular ancient sites of Edinburgh have in common? Devastatingly, is that they could soon both …

LONDON – The Saudi pavilion at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2021 was full of trade deals and development announcements, proof of international confidence in the growing Saudi tourism sector. Saudi has brought together partners covering all giga-projects, DMCs and tour operators. A series of trade deals between the country’s …

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah disputed as “inaccurate” a report by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) which places the Unesco World Heritage site – Kinabalu Park – among the carbon-releasing forests in the ‘atmosphere. Sabah Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Jafry Ariffin said the IUCN report was …

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Following the Year of Tourism and Reviving Creative Economy, the Creative Hub of Indonesia Hidden Heritage (IHH) hosted a virtual tourism festival of Indonesia Hidden Heritage Week (IHHW) 2021 . There are various events to promote history and culture tourism. “A show of historical and cultural products …

United States to join United Nations cultural agency UNESCO, four years after former President Donald Trump withdrew the country over accusations of anti-Israel bias, sources said in Congress and diplomatic. Reuters. The United States provided one-fifth of the funding for the Paris-based agency, but Trump’s predecessor, Barack Obama, stopped paying …

India has reached the historic milestone of administering one billion (100 crore) COVID vaccinations in one of the largest and fastest-growing vaccination campaigns in the world. To express gratitude to all the frontliners who worked tirelessly during the pandemic and for their self-service to humanity, the Archaeological Survey of India …

The US Department of the Interior has added Historic Moravian Bethlehem to the World Heritage List of Historic Moravian Religious Establishments in Europe and North America. The historic district could be added to the World Heritage List as early as 2024. The Taj Mahal, Stonehenge and the Pyramids of Giza …

Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnam National Tourism Administration (VNAT) and the Colombian Embassy in Vietnam October 8 hosted a webinar on the role of central and local management agencies and businesses in managing tourism at heritage sites. The event, which is part of …

To share Tweeter To share To share E-mail To share Listen to this article The World Heritage Convention aims to protect the most remarkable cultural and natural heritage sites on the planet. The countries (States Parties) which have acceded to the World Heritage Convention accept the obligation to manage World …

By Thomas Chidamba NOTHING defines a country and makes it unique like its culture. Visiting art galleries, monuments, museums and experiencing living traditions or tasting indigenous cuisines are undoubtedly the best guides to discovering a country. This is precisely what makes cultural tourism fascinating. Zimbabwe is blessed with an exclusive …

Koh Ker temple since 2018. Post staff Technical officials from the National Preah Vihear Authority (NAPV) and experts from the UNESCO World Heritage Committee inspected a number of temples in the Koh Ker temple complex as part of the required assessment process before that the United Nations body not proceed …

A panoramic view of Orvieto in Umbria. getty If you are considering a fall trip to Italy, consider the options below to enjoy the country’s beautiful countryside and sample its fall food and wine. City travelers should also head to Genoa, where a unique biannual cultural event, the Rolli Days, …

03 Oct 2021 | 5:07 AM HIST Remember we are the custodians of the heritage, not the owners Do people have to go out on the streets to protect state heritage sites? Apparently yes. On Gandhi Jayanti, there were two protests – a few miles apart – where citizens concerned …

TEHRAN – Much more attention will be paid to the various destinations in western Iran, those that are generally less known to tourists and potential vacationers, an official from the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Tourism said. Arts and crafts. “Introducing lesser-known or less favored travel destinations is part …

Environmental activists have said the NSW Australian government’s assessment of the Warragamba Dam wall elevation project is “grossly inadequate”. Climate advocates have called on the government to consider alternative methods such as buying back homes in flood-prone areas, according to the Guardian report. West Sydney Minister Stuart Ayres reportedly said …

Seabourn Encore explore and celebrate the beauty and culture of the Spanish archipelago, as well as the charming island of Madeira, between February and April 2022. In addition, the ship will make a 15-day trip along the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea from Lisbon To Athens, Greece, where it will …

Its species number less than 200 in the wild after centuries of habitat loss and poaching. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has declared the species to be “critically endangered”, which means it is considered to face an extremely high risk of extinction upon arrival. wild state. …

The Bank of Mexico has issued a new 20 peso (approximately US $ 1) note to honor the 200th anniversary of independence, recalling the moment exactly two centuries ago when the rebel army entered Mexico City. The next day, September 28, 1821, Mexico was declared independent. The reverse side of …

FLAP – The Islamic World Organization for Education, Science and Culture (ICESCO) on Saturday reiterated the call for pooling efforts to preserve human cultural heritage. In a statement marking Islamic World Heritage Day, the organization warns of the dangers of degeneration or destruction of cultural heritage. For the second year, …

Thessaloniki 15 world heritage sites are highlighted in a special advertisement published by the Thessaloniki Tourism Organization (TTO) in the April issue of “World Heritage”, an official publication of UNESCO. The quarterly print and online journal features feature articles on cultural and natural World Heritage sites. It is published in …

News of the day WEDNESDAY 22 SEP 2021 | THROUGH BRITTANY MATTIE DAILY SRQ WEDNESDAY PHILANTHROPY EDITION Pictured: Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve in Malaysia, now officially a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sarasota’s Tree Research, Education and Exploration (TREE) Foundation may have based its Mission Green initiative on legendary oceanographer, marine …

Iron bridge The UNESCO World Heritage Site was ranked sixth among the top 60 UK towns and villages to visit in a Which? magazine poll. Ironbridge Gorge, under the umbrella of the Telford & Wrekin Council, is a flagship cultural destination located along the River Severn, the UK’s longest river. …

With nearly half of its landmass covered in desert, the mysterious and isolated Uzbekistan, a landlocked country of 33 million people in Central Asia, is slowly starting to unveil its secrets to Western visitors. Among his Unesco World Heritage Recognized cities and towns, the country boasts some of Central Asia’s …

TEHRAN – Museums in the Iranian capital have reopened to the public after a five-month closure as the metropolis experiences a sustained decline in coronavirus infections. As Tehran is located in the “orange” zone and restrictions on the coronavirus pandemic have been relaxed, all museums in Tehran have reopened and …

(MENAFN – The Peninsula) Doha: Qatar Museums today announced the inclusion of three more Qatari heritage sites on the ISESCO Heritage List. This inscription came during the ninth meeting of the Islamic World Heritage Committee (IWHC) within the Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ISESCO), convened virtually on June 29, …

6-Day Changbai Mountain and North Korea Border Tour Image courtesy of Dragon Adventures Located in Jilin Province, Changbaishan is one of the nature conservation areas in China and has an ecosystem with world famous precious animals like tigers, sikas, sable and more. It is the global nature existence typical of …

A cultural body which recently deprived Liverpool of its World Heritage Site status has now expressed concerns over Derbyshire’s famous Derwent Valley Mills. And that could be because the city approved plans for its tallest building, a 17-story apartment building. Statement reveals the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Partnership has …

BBC News posted this video clip, titled “Inside India’s Beautiful World Heritage Site Temple – BBC News” – below is their description. Ramappa Temple, located in Mulugu District, Telangana State, was recently inscribed on the list of Unesco World Heritage Sites, largely thanks to its intricate sandstone and basalt sculptures …

Summers on Lake Ohrid offer something for everyone: beaches, nightlife, cultural events and the many historical sites and churches. But increasingly, there has been a conflict over North Macedonia’s favorite vacation spot between preserving its historical heritage and providing a destination for summer fun. When authorities in North Macedonia demolished …

The Mediterranean city of Nice in France has been added to the World Heritage list, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) announced last week. Unesco in a tweet called Nice a “winter resort town on the Côte d’Azur”. Nice joins France’s more than 40 World Heritage sites, …

UNESCO recently added a number of new lists of “Outstanding Universal Value” to its much-vaunted World Heritage List. The Trans-Iranian railway, the great spa towns of Europe, a lighthouse in France, 14th century frescoes in Italy, adobe mosques in Ivory Coast, an ancient solar observatory in Peru and a “floating …

The UK is eroding its global reputation for conserving its ‘unprecedented’ historic assets, cultural bodies have warned, with Stonehenge set to be the next to lose its coveted World Heritage status after Liverpool. The UN heritage body told ministers that Wiltshire’s darling stone circle would be placed on its “endangered” …

For some of the world’s most elite travelers, making up for lost travel was a post-pandemic necessity. So when the Regent Seven Seas announced their 2024 World Cruise – a 132-night trip around the globe – there was unprecedented interest. Unsurprisingly, the tour sold out in just under three hours. …

TWO of Clare’s most renowned heritage sites must be considered for inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List for Ireland. The Burren and Inis Cealtra Highlands Cultural Landscape are among six sites nationally considered by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage for inclusion on the list. The …

Political tensions between Beijing and Canberra had nothing to do with UNESCO’s proposal to label the Great Barrier Reef “in danger”, Chinese official chairing this year’s World Heritage Committee meeting said on Sunday. . His remarks came after apparent speculation in Australia that China may be leading the decision as …

00:59 A photo exhibition on China’s World Heritage sites opened in Fuzhou, Southeast China’s Fujian Province, as part of the 44th session of the World Heritage Committee. Over 300 photos taken by some 260 photographers are on display, showcasing the natural landscape and cultural treasures of China’s 55 World Heritage …

Italy has the most UNESCO World Heritage sites of any country in the world. Not a single one of the 55 locations is in the city of Bologna, but the city hopes to change that very soon. Bologna has applied for the review of its famous porticos and is eagerly …

ADIYAMAN Mount Nemrut, one of the world’s most important historical and cultural heritage sites, was visited by nearly 30,000 visitors last month after authorities decided to ease most restrictions related to COVID-19 . Rising 2,134 meters above Adıyaman Province in southeast Turkey, Mount Nemrut welcomed nearly 1,000 visitors every day …

This month’s World Heritage meeting represents a crucial opportunity for the UNESCO World Heritage Committee (WHC) to protect rivers and World Heritage sites and the cultures that depend on them. The World Heritage Center is responsible for protecting sites around the world considered to be of the highest cultural and …

Ohrid, North Macedonia – Dimitar Pendoski walks to the end of a rickety alley, bypasses sunbathing youths and picks up a tarp protecting his empty lakeside restaurant, recently closed by officials under pressure from UNESCO. The government of North Macedonia is working to enforce environmental protection rules and shut down …

The vaquita is one of the most endangered mammals in the world, with less than ten individuals remaining. These all exist in a small area of ​​the Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mexico, where entanglement in illegal fishing nets threatens …

UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee will meet next month to discuss which new sites should deserve a place on its prestigious list and which should be removed. Seven faces added to UN “List of Hazards” and two could be removed from the list entirely, as human action and natural disasters threaten …

July 3, 2021 Listen to this story Your browser does not support the item . Enjoy more audio and podcasts on ios or Android. Letters are welcome by e-mail at [email protected] Close rivals The role of Afghanistan’s close neighbors is missing from most analyzes of what happens when America withdraws …

Increasingly, “creativity” reigns as travelers head to Europe. The goal? It is not just a visit or a stay in the city, it is a “transformative” Europe live. For example, travelers seek to learn more about their family history through genealogy activities. Active travelers plan trips by bike or on …

A National Historic Landmark since 1976, Taliesin was one of Wright’s Seven Entities recognized in 2019 as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. June 29, 2021 8:16 AM Michael muckian Posted: June 29, 2021 8:16 AM Courtesy of TaliesinGuide Katie Croake leads a tour to Taliesin in Spring Green. For many visitors, …

Two ministries ended a turf war and embarked on a joint mission to place some of Japan’s national parks on a list of the world’s top 25 curated by an influential travel journal website. The Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries have designated five priority …

On June 29, 2021, the Serra de Tramuntana will have been declared a World Heritage Site for 10 years under the cultural landscape distinction. In 2011 when this award was given we thought it would change our world and bring us thousands of tourists. The dry stone walls of the …

LOS ANGELES, June 17, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Viking® (www.viking.com) today announced new details about its upcoming Happy to see you again trips to the Mediterranean that start in July 2021. During the summer and early fall, Viking will host three sister ships, the Viking star®, the Viking Sea® …

Outlook June 16, 2021 5:36 PM IST Maha: Ajanta and Ellora caves will reopen for tourists from June 17th; online ticket booking perspectivesinde.com 1970-01-01T05: 30: 00 + 0530 Aurangabad, June 16 (PTI) With the improvement of the COVID-19 situation, the World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves as well …

TEHRAN – Embracing 24 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Iran is an incredibly underrated country with a huge history, sociable people, and magnificent architecture. However, the greatness of this country is rarely shown in the mass media; it is unfortunately still buried under images which only reflect the world of politics. …

Aurangabad: Bibi Ka Maqbara and Panchakki – the centrally protected monuments located within the municipal boundaries of Aurangabad – are expected to reopen by mid-June. However, uncertainty hangs over the official sign of the resumption of tourist visits to the World Heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora caves. Archaeological Survey …

This year’s World Environment Day will launch and focus on the United Nations Decade for Ecosystem Restoration. The United Nations Decade for Ecosystem Restoration is a global rallying cry to heal our planet. Ecosystems support all life on Earth. The healthier our ecosystems, the healthier the planet and its inhabitants. …

TThe church is not a building, but it certainly has buildings. My own church has a stone structure near a stream in Johnson City, Tennessee. We know that the first Christians here baptized believers in this water and worshiped together on the shores almost 200 years ago before they built …

Mexico sent 250 National Guard soldiers and 60 police officers on Monday to seize land near the pre-Hispanic ruins of Teotihuacán, where authorities said bulldozers were destroying peripheral parts of the archaeological site. Mexican archaeological officials reported last week that they had been trying since March to stop the private …

Covering an area of ​​1,904,569 km², the island nation of Indonesia comprises more than 17,504 islands and is considered the largest and most diverse archipelago on the planet. This Southeast Asian nation is also home to around 54 national parks and currently there are a total of 9 UNESCO World …

TOKYO – Finally, the archaeological sites of Jomon in northern Japan, which transmit the way of life and spiritual culture of the Jomon period from 10,000 to 300 BC, should see their value recognized by the world. It has been more than 13 years since the prefectures of Hokkaido, Aomori, …

Doha, qatar, May 26, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) has launched exclusive astro-tourism experiences in partnership with premium tour operator Gulf Adventures, enhancing astronomers’ travel plans when borders reopen. Visitors can enjoy a whole space under the breathtaking desert night sky. With excellent visibility, …

A UNESCO advisory group on Wednesday recommended that archaeological sites from the Jomon period (10,000-200 BC) in northern Japan be added to the list of world cultural heritage. The group is made up of 17 ancient sites in Hokkaido, Aomori, Iwate and Akita prefectures that reflect a hunter-gatherer society that …

Once UNESCO has included a property on the Tentative List, that country must prepare a nomination dossier which will be examined by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. Recently, six Indian sites were added to the provisional list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization). The …

There is a 20 minute audio clip on the SoundCloud music sharing portal, uploaded by Yale Environment 360, an online magazine published by the Yale School of the Environment, United States. He has no human voices. No traffic noise or any other anthropogenic noise. You hear only the natural sounds …

Over the past decade, the Middle Eastern art scene has evolved to include more museums, art events, and institutions. It is this growth, as well as what will follow, that an upcoming lecture series by The Art Circle (TAC) wants to examine. Founded in 2018 by Barbara Farahnick-Mathonet, who is …

One of the wonders of the ancient world is just 12 miles west of Chillicothe, Ohio. Seip Earthworks is one of five Native American earthworks monumental complexes included in Hopewell Culture National Historic Park. These national park sites are nominated for inscription on the World Heritage List as “Hopewell Ceremonial …

This unique fund brings together public and private donors around a common goal: better protection of nature in order to safeguard some of the most important areas of the planet, including natural World Heritage sites. The Legacy Landscape Fund (LLF) aims to address one of the main bottlenecks for the …

BENGALURU: For tour guides, the pandemic seems to have left them in one of those deep, dark tunnels they once drove through greedy tourists – one with no end in sight. However, there is now a little light. Sudha Murty, philanthropist and president of the Infosys Foundation, donated 10,000 rupees …

Japan will soon get a fifth natural world heritage site, as the country’s southern islands, Amami Oshima, Iriomote and Tokunoshima, have been recommended for registration as natural properties by the UNESCO advisory committee. The UNESCO Advisory Committee also recommended that the Yanbaru region in the north of Okinawa Island be …

Fremantle Prison receives two heritage grants worth over $ 400,000 Grants fund heritage interpretation and improved accessibility plans Commonwealth funds support $ 5 million in state government projects to support conservation and interpretation at UNESCO World Heritage site The McGowan government has received more than $ 400,000 in Commonwealth Government …

May. 12. 2021 Settings national 05/12/2021 14:59 Korean mud flats receive preliminary UNESCO World Heritage status Heritage Administration” src=”/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Korean-mud-flats-receive-preliminary-UNESCO-World-Heritage-status.jpeg”/> The mudflats of Boseong County, South Jeolla Province, in this undated photo. Courtesy of the Cultural Heritage Administration By Park Ji-wonThe country’s mudflats have been “postponed” in a preliminary assessment process …

Tehran – An ancient tomb in Chitab, southwest Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province was accidentally discovered by local farmers. While working on their farmland, farmers came across an ancient grave, believed to date back to the first millennium BCE, the province’s deputy tourism chief said. Three 3,000-year-old clay utensils were also …

TEHRAN – The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization is set to assess two historic caravanserais, which are located in the west-central province of Hamedan, for inclusion in the World Heritage list . “UNESCO evaluators are expected to visit the Safavid-era (1501–1736) caravanserais of Farasfaj and Taj-Abad by mid-June …

Tourism officials want to raise the profile of Hadrian’s Wall, which inspired the Game of Thrones wall, and they want help from George RR Martin. Built by the Romans around 122 AD to guard the northwest border of their empire, Hadrian’s Wall is one of 32 World Heritage sites in …

China, Afghanistan and Pakistan on Tuesday co-signed the first Asian bilateral cooperation agreements on the protection of Asian cultural heritage during an online workshop. Photo: courtesy of the National Administration of Cultural Heritage China, Afghanistan and Pakistan on Tuesday co-signed the first Asian bilateral cooperation agreements on the protection of …

A UNESCO advisory group has recommended that a chain of islands in southwestern Japan with dense subtropical forests be added to the list of natural World Heritage sites, according to government officials. The list of the 43,000 hectare area, including Amami Oshima and Tokunoshima Island in Kagoshima Prefecture as well …

A UNESCO advisory group on Monday recommended that a chain of islands in southwestern Japan with dense subtropical forests be added to the list of natural World Heritage sites, government officials said. The list of the 43,000 hectare area, including Amami-Oshima Island and Tokunoshima Island in Kagoshima Prefecture as well …