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More than 1,000 sites around the world have been identified by UNESCO as being of special value to humanity. These locations, of both natural and cultural significance, are given special protection and attention.

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Shaping the future for female artists

Shaping the future for female artists

Zaahirah Muthy is empowering female artists with the help of UNESCO.
ArtsNovember 29, 202305:42 min
People walk through the Frankfurt airport.

10 reasons to love the German state of Hesse

10 reasons to love the German state of Hesse

The central German state of Hesse has it all: lush nature, bustling cities, a rich history and a vibrant cultural scene.
TravelNovember 24, 202310 images
The Angkor Wat temple complex in Cambodia

What's ailing Cambodia's tourism industry?

What's ailing Cambodia's tourism industry?

The country, famous for the ruins of Angkor, has yet to see its tourism sector recover from the impacts of the pandemic.
BusinessOctober 20, 202302:52 min
Gaya Tumuli burial mounds in South Korea showing perfectly raised mounds with trees interspersed and engulfed in fog.

UNESCO unveils new World Heritage Sites

UNESCO unveils new World Heritage Sites

The United Nations organization has added over 40 new World Heritages Sites to its protected list. Here's a selection.
CultureSeptember 20, 202316 images
The Old Synagogue in Erfurt

UNESCO names Erfurt medieval Jewish area World Heritage Site

UNESCO names Erfurt medieval Jewish area World Heritage Site

UNESCO has named a group of medieval Jewish sites in the German city of Erfurt as a World Heritage Site.
CultureSeptember 18, 2023
Damaged Kharbouch Mosque around the Jemaa el-Fnaa square in the center of Marrakech.

Morocco's deadly earthquake destroys cultural sites

Morocco's deadly earthquake destroys cultural sites

UNESCO World Heritage sites as well as priceless historical landmarks were severely damaged by the recent earthquake.
CultureSeptember 13, 2023
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The network protecting Ukraine's cultural heritage

As Ukraine's cities reel under Russian attacks, German experts are dedicated to saving its cultural heritage.
CultureApril 10, 2022
Young men dressed as the devil dance during Corpus Christi festival

UNESCO adds to Intangible Cultural Heritage List

UNESCO has added different customs to its list of global cultural treasures to be protected. A selection in pictures.
CultureDecember 16, 2021
Ivory Coast | Sudanese style mosque

Why are there so few UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Africa?

Barely 9% of UNESCO World Heritage sites are in Africa. Experts say that this is due to structural factors.
CultureAugust 3, 2021