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The 96 km long railway line was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2009.
Source: Trial run of Vistadome coaches on Kalka-Shimla route proves to be a success! Watch video here
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In the aftermath of the anti-government riots, UNESCO and Brazil’s cultural authorities assess the damage.
Source: After Violent Protests, What Is to Become of Brasilia’s Modernist Buildings?
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UNESCO’s World Heritage list consecrates sites or areas of cultural significance. The Arab world’s foundational role in human civilisation has meant the region is awash with protected sites, however, a lot of these sites are now at risk of collapse.
Source: Universal heritage sites in the Arab world in grave danger
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These cultural and historical aspects position Diriyah as an unrivalled destination of global significance where the authenticity of Saudi heritage can be celebrated…
Source: Saudi Arabia announces 5th giga-project Diriyah, showcasing 300 years of country’s history
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Read more about New light and sound show on India fusing art and tech to be inaugurated at Red Fort Tuesday on Devdiscourse…
Photo: Getty
After years of being misunderstood, Panama is perfectly poised for a luxury hospitality and real estate boom. Every other country should be paying attention…
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AlUla named one of Conde Nast Traveller’s new Seven Wonders of the World…
Source: AlUla named one of Conde Nast Traveller’s new Seven Wonders of the World
Photo: Darko Bandic
Some places have new museums opening or easing of travel restrictions that make them an appealing spot to check out in 2023.
Source: 2023 predictions: 5 international places that will be popular travel spots
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From far-flung destinations to places closer to home, these are some of the most beautiful cities in the world.
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France’s newest additions to the Unesco World Heritage List join an already impressive roll call of French monuments and locations, finds Joanna Leggett.
Photo: Efrem Lukatsky
Ukrainians and Russians on Saturday (Jan 7) marked Orthodox Christmas under the shadow of war, as fighting persisted despite Russian President Vladimir Putin unilaterally ordering his forces to pause attacks. Despite Mr Putin’s ceasefire order, war-scarred cities in eastern Ukraine saw no significant let-up in the fighting as AFP journalists in the town of Chasiv Yar, south of the frontline city of Bakhmut, heard heavy artillery fire throughout much of Saturday morning.
Source: Little let-up in fighting as Ukraine, Russia mark Orthodox Christmas
Photo: Wander With Alex
Split, Croatia, is a port city home to Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a beautiful promenade in front of the old town.
Source: 23 Popular Things to do in Split, Croatia’s 2nd Largest City
Photo: Xinhua
Fixing a leaky roof is possibly an easy job for many people, but not for 51-year-old Hao Yongming who lives in Pingyao, one of the best-preserved ancient walled cities in China and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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New developments are a key part of the kingdom’s efforts to diversify away from oil…
Source: Saudi Arabia megaprojects 2023: Neom, AlUla and more
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Digging trenches in World War II, Bulgarian troops uncovered the Tomb of Kazanlak, the first of many discoveries in the fourth-century B.C “Valley of the Thracian Kings.”
Source: This 2,400-year-old royal tomb was found by accident during WWII
Photo: DNA
Shimla railway station has witnessed snowfall recently and the photos that have come out are truly mesmerising.
Source: Snow-covered Shimla railway station is the peak winter we were waiting for, see pics
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Poland on Tuesday appealed to the U.N. chief to step in and assist Warsaw as it looks to secure reparations from Germany amid alleged resistance from Berlin.
Source: Poland asks UN to step in as it pushes Germany for WWII reparations
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