The world’s largest permanent desert lake is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Source: Lake Turkana
Fort Jesus; Max Cortesi; Atlas Obscura
This colonial fort is an intriguing example of Renaissance military architecture.
Source: Fort Jesus
The best new World Heritage Sites to visit from the UAE; Rosemary Behan; The National
Of the 19 new sites were inscribed in July, 6 are easily reachable from the UAE…
Source: The best new World Heritage Sites to visit from the UAE
Kenya: UN says Lake Turkana is endangered; Survival International
UN body says Lake Turkana, home to tribes in Kenya and Ethiopia, is in danger due to dam building upstream…
500-Year-Old Fort Jesus in Mombasa on the Cusp of Collapse; John Wanjohi; Mwakilishi
Fort Jesus, Kenya’s historical monument located in Mombasa is reportedly on the cusp of crumbling. The 500-year-old historical structure has allegedly developed cracks as a result of strong ocean waves. Amran Hussein, the Keeper, Antiquities, Sites and Monuments in the Coast region said the building, which was designed by Italian architect Joao Babtista Cairato developed a major fissure at its footing after it was hit by extremely strong water waves.
Source: 500-Year-Old Fort Jesus in Mombasa on the Cusp of Collapse
Why everything should be done to save Lake Turkana; Ikal Ang’elei; Standard Media
State should give more resources to save Lake Turkana from drying up.
Kenya and Ethiopia Tourism threat for UNESCO World Heritage site; Juergen T Steinmetz; eTurboNews
In 1997 Kenya’s Lake Turkana stands among such World treasures side as a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE. Lake Turkana stands side with the Taj Mahal, the Grand Canyon, and the Great Wall of China – all UNESCO world heritage sites. There is a threat, a threat also for World Tourism.
Source: Kenya and Ethiopia Tourism threat for UNESCO World Heritage site | Travel News | eTurboNews
Lake Turkana, largest desert lake faces extinction; Caroline Chebet; Standard Media
Ethiopia’s Gibe III dam and Kuraz Sugar project blamed for declining water levels.
At heart of Lamu town is a peace haven; Kalume Kazungu; Daily Nation
Mkunguni Square is situated right in the middle of the Lamu Old Town.
Kenya’s forgotten 16th-century walled settlement finally gets Unesco World Heritage status; Mildred Europa Taylor; Face2Face Africa
Mumbai art deco buildings make Unesco list; BBC
A Saudi oasis, ancient Oman port and Korean mountain monastery also get World Heritage status.
Kenya’s Lake Turkana put on World Heritage danger list; AFP
Source: Kenya’s Lake Turkana put on World Heritage danger list
12 Things To Do In And Around Mombasa; Mark Rausch; AFK Travel
Kenya – Fort Jesus, Mombasa
Mombasa: the other big city besides Nairobi in Kenya. With over one million residents and thousands of visitors each year, the city on the Indian Ocean is a thriving, pulsating, beachfront, historical epicenter for the world. Here are 12 things to do, see, and feel in and around Mombasa.
Take A Trip To Haller Park
Also known as Bamburi Nature Trail, this wildlife reserve created out of the former limestone quarry is located on Mombasa Malindi Road, and features a flourishing ecosystem — zebras, giraffes, hippos, birds, Cape buffalo, and a great reptile corner.
Get A Great Photo Of The Mombasa Tusks
A photo opportunity beyond compare, the towering aluminum ‘M’ for Mombasa awaits as a crossroads in the center of the city — built to honor Queen Elizabeth’s trip to Kenya in 1952.
Dive At Mombasa Marine National Park
There’s a glass-bottomed boat for those who can’t endure the water, and there’s a diversity of sea friends not far down under which attracts thousands of divers and snorkelers each year. There’s also the wreck of the MV Dania, where plenty of seahorses are ambling around.
Explore Mombasa Island
Read more from source: 12 Things To Do In And Around Mombasa
Celebrating the Kaya forests this World Heritage Day; WWF
Kenya – Sacred Mijikenda Kaya Forests
We are working with indigenous communities to increase protection of the Mijikenda Kaya forests – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
THE MIJIKENDA KAYA FORESTS IN KENYA
We, supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery, are working with indigenous communities to increase protection of the Mijikenda Kaya forests. Eleven of the Kaya forests make up a a UNESCO World Heritage Site for their cultural significance but have rich biological and spiritual value too. However, these sacred forests are under threat from human encroachment and unsustainable resource use.
THE MIJIKENDA PEOPLE
The Mijikenda people associated with these Kaya forests have passed down their wisdom about the forests’ spiritual meaning from generation to generation.
The Mijikenda people are the gatekeepers of the Kaya forests’ spiritual history and truly understand the need to protect them, for people and nature.
WWF’S WORK IN THE KAYA FORESTS
WWF is working to help protect these coastal forests for generations to come, by:
- Building the capacity (general governance and also advocacy) of Kaya elder groups so they’re better able to engage with and influence natural resource management decisions.
Read more from source: Celebrating the Kaya forests this World Heritage Day | WWF
Idyllic Lamu; Wendy Watta; The Standard
Kenya – Lamu Old Town
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest continually inhabited town along the Kenyan coast, Lamu has retained its authentic Moorish architectural fabric as well as its social and cultural roots, making for a rich and magical getaway.
Lewa House, Kenya: See Africa’s Big Five in one special place; Sue Williams; Stuff
Kenya – Mount Kenya National Park/Natural Forest
This massive wildlife park has forest, rainforest, savannah, dry desert, mountain moorland and swamp where wildlife roams freely.
The history of Lamu in one house; Rupi Mangat; The East African
Kenya – Lamu Old Town
18th century Subira House still reflects the grandeur of the island’s past wealth.
11 Lesser-Known UNESCO World Heritage Sites To Visit This Summer; Beau Peregoy; HuffPost
Kenya – Kenya Lake System in the Great Rift Valley
In recent years, UNESCO has expanded the catalog to include more examples from traditional cultures worldwide.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization maintains the World Heritage List — an index of sites worldwide that boast universal values and meet one of ten criteria. Some sites “represent a masterpiece of human genius,” some testify to lost civilizations, while others feature inspiring natural beauty. In recent years, UNESCO has expanded the catalog to include more examples from traditional cultures worldwide. By maintaining the list, the U.N. draws attention to that which we value as people living in a variety of cultures and ecosystems over a long arc of time. The World Heritage List is also a credible travel resource. AD rounds up 11 fascinating and remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Sites to visit in 2017.
Iguazu National Park (border of Brazil and Argentina)
UNESCO World Heritage Sites to Visit This Summer Photos; Beau Peregoy; Architectural Digest
Kenya – Kenya Lake System in the Great Rift Valley
From the natural beauty of Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay to breathtaking architecture in an old Croatian city, AD surveys the best places to travel courtesy of a leading cultural institution.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization maintains the World Heritage List—an index of sites worldwide that boast universal values and meet one of ten criteria. Some sites “represent a masterpiece of human genius,” some testify to lost civilizations, while others feature inspiring natural beauty. In recent years, UNESCO has expanded the catalog to include more examples from traditional cultures worldwide. By maintaining the list, the U.N. draws attention to that which we value as people living in a variety of cultures and ecosystems over a long arc of time. The World Heritage List is also a credible travel resource.
UNESCO World Heritage Site: Portuguese Fort Jesus In Mombasa, Kenya; Puja; Trip101
Kenya – Fort Jesus, Mombasa
Whilst being a little island, Mombasa is full of an abundance of unique sights including a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as Fort Jesus. Fort Jesus is located at Nkrumah Road, Mombasa 80100, and is approximately 490 kilometres (304.5 miles) from the capital, Nairobi. It is positioned to guard and protect the Old Port of Mombasa from invasion and it was built and occupied first by the Portuguese. However, as Mombasa changed hands many times throughout its history, Fort Jesus was also under Arab, African and British control. It has been said that no other fort in Africa experienced as much turbulence as Fort Jesus due to its strategic location.
An incredible fort that was won and lost nine times
It was designed by Italian Joao Batista Cairato and it was built between 1593 and 1596 at the order of King Philip I of Portugal.
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