Fujiwara archaeological sites,” a collection of predominantly subterranean ruins in Nara Prefecture, are on track to become Japan’s newest UNESCO World Heritage site.

To combat overtourism, Iriomotejima island, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site in Taketomi, Okinawa Prefecture, has restricted the number of visitors at some of its tourist spots since March. In ...

The World Heritage Convention, adopted at the 1972 General Conference of UNESCO, called for a list to be created of natural and cultural sites of “outstanding universal value.” In December 1993, Japan ...

A UNESCO advisory panel has recommended adding the Asuka-Fujiwara archaeological sites in western Japan to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list, UNESCO said Saturday. The UNESCO World Heritage ...

Whether you stumble upon a UNESCO World Heritage Site while traveling or specifically plan a trip to see one, a landmark is ...

In collaboration with ICCROM, UNESCO supported the organization of the International Course on Managing World Heritage: ...

It recognises places of "outstanding universal value" and can catapult lesser-known sites to global fame. So why are some places pleading to be removed from the list?

South Asia’s World Heritage Sites reflect the rich cultural, spiritual, and natural diversity of the region. Under the framework of the 1972 Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural ...

Africa is home to an extraordinary wealth of natural and cultural heritage, encompassing stunning historical sites and places, vibrant traditions, iconic landscapes, and globally significant sites ...

Thailand is expected to receive positive news next month as the World Heritage Committee considers the nomination of Wat Phra ...