The world’s most sensational coastlines include the Skeleton Coast, the Norwegian fjords or Cinqye Terre, among others…
Travel guide to North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany; Andrew Eames; Wanderlust
Germany’s industrious west once powered the country’s 20th-century post-war rebirth, until the decline of coal saw it shift gears. Now its cities are turning industrial decay into art…
12 cities around the world where you can live cheaply, from $300-a-month rents to $1 cappuccinos; Alcynna Lloyd; Business Insider
As Americans look to move abroad and work remotely, here are relatively affordable places to live where homes, food, and more won’t break the bank.
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15 Best Things to Do in Kandy : Unforgettable Experiences; Vasudevan R; Lemonicks
Uncover the secrets of beautiful Kandy, Sri Lanka through its rich culture, history and cuisine! Check out the 15 best things to do in Kandy Sri Lanka.
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Bird-watching American tourist mysteriously disappears while visiting ancient Mayan ruins; Natalie O’Neill; NY Post
Raymond Vincent Ashcroft, 66, and his wife were visiting the renowned Mayan city of Tikal with a bird-watching group on Feb. 3 when he mysteriously vanished, authorities said.
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Race around the world in these 30 destination half-marathons; Teresa Bergen; USA Today
On your mark, get set, go!
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Why protecting heritage and human life go hand in hand; Bettany Hughes; The National
There is a false dichotomy when it comes to concern for people and historic sites with universal meaning…
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What to see and do in Australia: three exciting itineraries; Adrian Phillips; The Times
Australia has so much to offer — epic scenery, stunning cities, compelling culture and more. These trips will show you the best of this bucket-list country.
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Hanoi seeks support from World Heritage Centre in restoration of Kinh Thien Palace; Vietnam+
Secretary of the Hanoi Party’s Committee Dinh Tien Dung on March 24 asked for continued support from the UNESCO World Heritage Centre (WHC) for a project to restore Kinh Thien Palace in the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi, which was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010.
7 Fascinating Former Lives of UNESCO World Heritage Sites; Elizabeth Fazzare; Architectural Digest
Spanning the Neretva River and linking two parts of the city, the arched Ottoman bridge that stands today in Mostar, Bosnia, is not actually the original. The structure was first constructed in 1557 and is considered an important example of Balkan Islamic architecture. UNESCO and the international community stepped in immediately with plans to rebuild it, and after intense research and technical monitoring, it was completed in 2004.
Source: 7 Fascinating Former Lives of UNESCO World Heritage Sites
You’ll Feel Like Royalty After Visiting These 15 Breathtaking Castles Around The World; Jenna Gleespen; The Stock Dork
Castles have long been a symbol of power, wealth, and status throughout history. Today, many of these magnificent structures still stand and are open to the public, offering visitors a glimpse into the past and a chance to experience the grandeur and beauty of these architectural marvels. In this list, we’ll take a look at […]
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Head To These German Cities For A Lesson In History; Outlook India
From Trier to Augsburg, these cities in Germany give you a glimpse into Europe’s glorious past…
The Last Days of Beautiful Luang Prabang; Tom Fawthrop; The Diplomat
UNESCO experts insist that a huge dam would destroy the “authenticity and integrity” of the World Heritage Site in Laos.
American tourist disappears while visiting ancient Mayan city; Cara Tabachnick; CBS
Raymond Vincent Ashcroft was last seen at Guatemala’s famed cultural site on Feb. 3, authorities said.
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5 Indigenous engineering feats you should know about; Cat Kutay; The Conversation
For many millennia, Indigenous Australians have engineered Australia landscape. From an ochre mine to fish traps, here are five remarkable examples of First Nations technical know-how.
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Archeological site in Rio has management committee back; Rafael Cardoso; Agencia Brasil
The operation of the management committee is a Unesco’s requirement for Valongo Wharf to keep its world heritage title. It was created in 2018 and extinguished in 2019.
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Social Media Improving The Conservation of World Heritage Sites; PC Tech Magazine
With the development of tech, there are has improvement in the conservation of the world heritage sites in Uganda as they are marketed by tour operators.
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The joys of exploring the historic wonders of Saudi Arabia; Teresa Levonian; Daily Mail
Teresa Levonian Cole treks through AlUla County, which is 12,500 square miles of desert. ‘This wilderness has a rich 7,000-year history,’ she reveals.
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International Day of Forests 2023; Unesco
Onboard the Nilgiri Mountain Railways, the slowest train the India; Precious Rongmei; India Times
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu that operates on a narrow gauge track and connects the town of Mettupalayam to the hill station of Ooty in the Nilgiri Hills. The railway line is only about 46 kilometers long but an uphill journey from Mettupalayam to Ooty takes about 4-5 hours.
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