Indian banknotes showcase the nation's rich history by featuring UNESCO World Heritage sites. These sites, including the Red ...

Over the years, Charminar has become a global icon for Hyderabad. The monument whose name means four pillars was built as a ...

But which of these world heritage sites should you ... Mumtaz Mahal, as a symbol of his love and devotion for her - a ...

What makes the concept of World Heritage exceptional is its universal application. World Heritage sites belong to all the peoples of the world, irrespective of the territory on which they are located.

There are 1,223 UNESCO World Heritage Sites around the globe, from the Great Pyramids of Giza to Easter Island to Independence Hall in Philadelphia. These landmarks have cultural, historical or ...

Thousands of museums are located in and around World Heritage sites. Site museums preserve the integrity of ... have been threatened by looters in search of valuable objects or symbols of national ...

UNESCO examines the assessment by its advisory panel, the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS), so that the World Heritage Committee ... is an unprecedented symbol of postwar ...

Locations deemed World Heritage sites are of "outstanding universal value to humanity" and should be "protected for future generations to appreciate and enjoy," according to Unesco. The ...

Today, there are more than 1,000 sites throughout the world that are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites, and 22 of them are located within the United States. These wonders range from iconic ...

For over 40 years, some of the most incredible and beautiful places in the world have been placed on UNESCO’s World Heritage Site list. Places on the list are granted certain legal protections ...

but a symbol of commitment to educational innovation and artistic development. This year, the country is hosting the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee and two Forums dedicated to young ...