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UNESCO adds West Bank site, Lebanese castles to World Heritage List despite Israeli opposition

UNESCO added a major archaeological site in the West Bank and a group of historic castles in southern Lebanon to its World Heritage List, defying Israeli objections and reigniting a long-running dispute over the intersection of cultural heritage and politics in the region.

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In 1937, a botanical garden in Tahiti planted an ornamental tree; today, a single tree can produce 8.9 million seeds and threaten Queensland’s World Heritage rainforests

An ornamental tree planted in Tahiti in 1937 now poses a serious biosecurity threat. This invasive miconia species aggressively invades forests and smothers native vegetation. A single mature tree can produce millions of seeds, rapidly spreading across landscapes. Queensland's World Heritage rainforests face irreversible ecological damage from this plant. Early…

The Times of India

Georgia's Okefenokee Swamp among new additions to join UNESCO's World Heritage List

The Okefenokee Swamp in Georgia, a centuries-old porcelain center in eastern China and tidal flats in western South Korea were among several sites added to the World Heritage List on Saturday at a U.N. committee meeting in South Korea

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West Bank site becomes World Heritage site despite Israel objections

Sebastia, a hilltop town about 10 kilometers (6 miles) northwest of Nablus in the Israeli-occupied West Bank

The Independent UK

UNESCO adds West Bank site and Lebanese castles to World Heritage List despite Israeli objections

A United Nations committee has inscribed a major archaeological site in the West Bank and a set of castles in southern Lebanon as World Heritage sites

The Independent UK

How Turkey's Pamukkale formed dazzling white terraces over thousands of years

Turkey is home to one of the world's most extraordinary natural sites. It is called Pamukkale, which means "cotton castle" (also translated as "Cotton Palace") in Turkish. According to the UNESCO World Heritage Centre , the name comes from the striking, dazzling white landscape formed by calcite-laden spring water flowing…

The Times of India

Senators propose 3 sites for Unesco list

A campaign has been launched to nominate Kanchanaburi's Death Railway, ancient Chiang Saen and historic Chiang Mai for inclusion on Unesco's World Heritage List.

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D-Day nears for UNESCO listing of France's Normandy landing beaches

The bid to have the D-Day landing beaches listed as UNESCO World Heritage site has entered a decisive phase, with a decision due between 24 and 27 July. Beyond its symbolic value, the status could boost tourism while helping to protect this endangered heritage.

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Best Hill Stations in India for Family Vacations With Kids: Ooty, Manali, Coorg and More

Ooty, Tamil NaduThe Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage train, does more for a child under ten than any theme park ride. The toy train from Mettupalayam to Ooty climbs through 16 tunnels and 250 curves at a pace slow enough for small faces pressed against the windows. Beyond…

Times Life

Mount Olympus, the mythological home of Zeus and the ancient Greek gods, is being considered for UNESCO World Heritage status as Greece seeks protection for its tallest mountain

Mount Olympus, a site of myth and nature, seeks UNESCO World Heritage recognition. This ancient Greek mountain is home to gods and diverse ecosystems. Locals hope for global acknowledgment to ensure its continued protection. The nomination process involves careful review and potential further requirements. Recognition would bring responsibilities for preserving…

The Times of India

Mount Olympus, home of the ancient Greek gods, is a candidate for the UNESCO World Heritage List

Mount Olympus, the mythological home of ancient Greece’s 12 Olympian gods, may soon join UNESCO’s World Heritage List

The Independent UK

Prambanan Temple: The 1,200-year-old Hindu shrine that survived volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and shifting kingdoms. Here are some fascinating facts

Prime Minister Modi and President Subianto inaugurated the Prambanan Temple restoration project. This significant site showcases centuries-old cultural connections between India and Indonesia. The 9th-century Hindu temple complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its intricate reliefs narrate the Ramayana epic and local legends. Conservation efforts continue to preserve this…

The Economic Times

The world's longest colonnade is an Italian covered walkway almost 4 kilometres long with 666 arches

Bologna's Portico di San Luca is a four-kilometer covered walkway connecting the city center to a hilltop sanctuary. This historic structure, featuring 666 arches, offers a unique architectural and religious journey. Construction began in 1674, funded by public donations and citizen assistance for pilgrims. The portico is now part of…

The Times of India

Reef dodges 'in danger' World Heritage listing again

United Nations' concern over the water quality on the Great Barrier Reef has triggered a call for action from environmentalists.

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Unesco warns Pakistan over 'reconstructions' at Taxila, the Vedic-era city

The UN has asked Pakistan to reverse the "reconstructions" that undermined the integrity of two historical sites in Taxila, warning that failure to act would result in their placement on Unesco's 'danger list'.

The Times of India

In 2000, conservationists eradicated the last cat from Macquarie Island to save its seabirds; without the cats, rabbits exploded and stripped the World Heritage island down to bare ground

A conservation success on Macquarie Island turned into an ecological disaster. Eradicating invasive cats, intended to protect native seabirds, inadvertently led to a rabbit population explosion. This unchecked grazing devastated the island's unique vegetation, highlighting the complex interdependencies within ecosystems and the risks of isolated pest removal without a comprehensive…

The Times of India

After 70 years of digging, the ancient city of Sardis in western Turkey has joined UNESCO’s World Heritage list, with ongoing excavations uncovering how successive civilisations left lasting marks on the ancient city

The ancient city of Sardis in western Turkey, a seven-decade excavation project, has achieved UNESCO World Heritage status. This recognition highlights the site's rich history, from its origins as the Lydian Empire's capital, credited with early coinage, to its roles under Persian, Greco-Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman rule. The discovery of…

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From a World Heritage-listed city to sacred shrines, Lebanon’s historic sites are being destroyed

Cultural heritage is often treated as an unfortunate casualty of war. In reality, the destruction of significant historic sites is often a deliberate and calculated part of broader efforts to claim power and territory.

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