Whether historical or contemporary, natural or human-made, landmarks become synonymous with a destination while also functioning as top attractions. Monuments, meanwhile, typically pay homage to ...

71 - Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara (Japan ... The publication of the Nomination file, including the maps and names, does not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever of the World Heritage ...

Each monument, with its distinctive history and artistic charm ... adorned with exquisite carvings, are a brilliant example of early Buddhist art and architecture. Sanchi attracts thousands ...

The Threat of Conflict and Natural Disaster The 5th-century Church of Saint Porphyrius is part of the Gaza Historic Urban Fabric that faces destruction from war. (Photo Credit: World Monuments Fund) ...

FOR BLACK HISTORY ... EXAMPLE IS THE COUNTER, WHERE THE PIVOTAL WOOLWORTH SIT INS TOOK PLACE. 65 YEARS AGO. HOWEVER, SARA LANCE OF VISIT GREENSBORO SAYS THERE ARE PLENTY OF OTHER IMPORTANT ...

Maine’s trove of historic lighthouses, a collection of Albanian monasteries, a Parisian chapel, and Earth’s sole natural satellite are among the latest cultural heritage sites identified by global ...