What are World Heritage Sites. World heritage of Russia

Currently, there are 26 World Heritage Sites on the territory of the Russian Federation:
16 cultural sites (marked with the letter C - cultural in the World Heritage List) and 10 natural (designated with the letter N - natural) heritage.

Three of them are transboundary, i.e. located on the territory of several states: Curonian Spit (Lithuania, Russian Federation), Ubsunur Basin (Mongolia, Russian Federation), Struve Geodetic Arc (Belarus, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Republic of Moldova, Russian Federation, Ukraine, Finland, Sweden, Estonia)

The first objects - "Historical Center St. Petersburg and related groups of monuments ”,“ Kizhi Pogost ”,“ Moscow Kremlin and Red Square ”were included in the World Heritage List at the 14th session of the World Heritage Committee, held in 1990 in the Canadian city of Banff.

14th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 1990 (Banff, Canada)

No. С540 - Historical center St. Petersburg and related groups of monuments

Criteria (i) (ii) (iv) (vi)
The Venice of the North, with its many canals and more than 400 bridges, is the result of the greatest urban development project begun in 1703 under Peter the Great. The city turned out to be closely connected with the October Revolution of 1917, and in 1924-1991. he bore the name Leningrad. Its architectural heritage combines such different styles as baroque and classicism, which can be seen in the example of the Admiralty, the Winter Palace, the Marble Palace and the Hermitage.
Object information:

No. С544 - Kizhi Pogost

Criteria: (i) (iv) (v)
The Kizhi Pogost is located on one of the many islands of Lake Onega, in Karelia. Here you can see two wooden churches of the 18th century, as well as an octahedral bell tower, built of wood in 1862. These unusual structures, which are the pinnacle of carpentry skills, represent an example of an ancient church parish and harmoniously blend with the surrounding natural landscape.
Object information:
on the site of the Kizhi Museum-Reserve
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

No. С545 - Moscow Kremlin and Red Square

Criteria: (i) (ii) (iv) (vi)
This place is inextricably linked with the most important historical and political events in the life of Russia. Since the XIII century. The Moscow Kremlin, created in the period from the XIV century. to the XVII century. outstanding Russian and foreign architects, was a grand-ducal, and then a royal residence, as well as a religious center. The Cathedral of St. Basil the Blessed, a true masterpiece of Russian Orthodox architecture, rises on Red Square, which stretches along the walls of the Kremlin.
Object information:
on the website of the Moscow Kremlin Museums
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

16th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 1992 (Santa Fe, USA)

No. С604 - Historical monuments Veliky Novgorod and surroundings

Criteria: (ii) (iv) (vi)
Novgorod, favorably located on the ancient trade route between Central Asia and Northern Europe, was in the 9th century. the first capital of Russia, the center of Orthodox spirituality and Russian architecture. Its medieval monuments, churches and monasteries, as well as frescoes by Theophanes the Greek (teacher of Andrei Rublev), dating from the 14th century, clearly illustrate the outstanding level of architectural and artistic creativity.
Object information:
on the website of the Department of Culture and Tourism of the Novgorod Region
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

No. С632 - Historical and Cultural Complex of the Solovetsky Islands

Criterion: (iv)
The Solovetsky Archipelago, located in the western part of the White Sea, consists of 6 islands with a total area of ​​more than 300 sq. km. They were settled in the 5th century. BC, however, the very first evidence of a person's stay here dates back to the 3rd-2nd millennia BC. The islands, starting from the 15th century, became the place of creation and active development of the largest monastery in the Russian North. There are also several churches of the 16th-19th centuries.
Object information:
on the website of the FGBUK "Solovetsky State Historical, Architectural and Natural Museum-Reserve"
on the website "Museums of Russia"

No. С633 - White-stone monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal

Criteria: (i) (ii) (iv)
These two ancient cultural centers of Central Russia occupy an important place in the history of the formation of the country's architecture. There are a number of majestic cult and public buildings XII-XIII centuries, among which are the Assumption and Dmitrievsky Cathedrals (Vladimir).
Object information:
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

17th Session of the World Heritage Committee -1993 (Cartagena, Colombia)

# С657 - The architectural ensemble of the Trinity-Sergius Lavra in the city of Sergiev Posad

Criteria: (ii) (iv)
This is a vivid example of an active Orthodox monastery with the features of a fortress, which fully corresponded to the spirit of the time of its formation - the 15th-18th centuries. In the main temple of the Lavra - the Assumption Cathedral, created in the image and likeness of the cathedral of the same name in the Moscow Kremlin - there is the tomb of Boris Godunov. Among the Lavra's treasures is the famous Trinity icon by Andrei Rublev.
Object information:
on the the website of the Ministry of Culture of the Moscow Region
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

18th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 1994 (Phuket, Thailand)

No. С634rev- Church of the Ascension in Kolomenskoye (Moscow)

Criterion: (ii)
This church was built in 1532 on the Tsar's estate Kolomenskoye near Moscow to commemorate the birth of the heir, the future Tsar Ivan IV the Terrible. Church of the Ascension, which is one of the earliest examples of traditional stone execution wooden architecture hipped completion, provided big influence on the further development Russian church architecture.
Object information:

on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

19th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 1995 (Berlin, Germany)

N719 - Virgin Komi forests

Criteria: (vii) (ix)
The heritage site, covering an area of ​​3.28 million hectares, includes lowland tundra, mountain tundra of the Urals, as well as one of the largest tracts of primary boreal forests that have survived in Europe. The vast territory with bogs, rivers and lakes, where conifers, birch and aspen grow, has been studied and protected for over 50 years. Here you can trace the course of natural processes that determine the biodiversity of the taiga ecosystem.
Object information:

on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

20th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 1996 (Merida, Mexico)

№ N754 - Lake Baikal

Criteria: (vii) (viii) (ix) (x)
Located in the southeast of Siberia and covering an area of ​​3.15 million hectares, Baikal is recognized as the oldest (25 million years) and the deepest (about 1700 m) lake on the planet. The reservoir stores approximately 20% of all the world's fresh water reserves. In the lake, which is known as the "Galapagos of Russia", thanks to its ancient age and isolation, a freshwater ecosystem, unique even by world standards, was formed, the study of which is of enduring importance for understanding the evolution of life on Earth.
Object information:
on the website of the Natural Heritage Protection Fund
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

22nd Session of the World Heritage Committee - 1998 (Kyoto, Japan)

№ N768rev - "Golden Mountains of Altai"

Criteria: (x)
The Altai Mountains, which are the main mountainous region in the south of Western Siberia, form the sources of the largest rivers in this region - the Ob and Irtysh. The heritage site includes three separate sites: Altai nature reserve with a water protection zone of Lake Teletskoye, Katunsky nature reserve plus Belukha natural park, Ukok plateau. The total area is 1.64 million hectares. The region demonstrates the widest range of altitudinal zones within Central Siberia: from steppes, forest-steppe and mixed forests to subalpine and alpine meadows and glaciers. The area is home to endangered animals such as the snow leopard.
Object information:
on the website of the Natural Heritage Protection Fund
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

23rd Session of the World Heritage Committee - 1999 (Marrakesh, Morocco)

№ N900 - Western Caucasus

Criteria: (ix) (x)
This is one of the few large alpine massifs in Europe where nature has not yet undergone significant anthropogenic influence. The area of ​​the object is about 300 thousand hectares, it is located in the west of the Greater Caucasus, 50 km northeast of the Black Sea coast. Only wild animals graze on the local alpine and subalpine meadows, and the vast untouched mountain forests, stretching from the low-mountain zone to the sub-alpine, are also unique in Europe. The area is characterized by a wide variety of ecosystems, highly endemic flora and fauna, and is an area where once inhabited, and later re-acclimatized, the mountain subspecies of the European bison.
Object information:
on the website of the Natural Heritage Protection Fund
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

24th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 2000 (Cairns, Australia)

No. С980 - Historical and architectural complex of the Kazan Kremlin

Criteria: (ii) (iii) (iv)
Arising on a territory inhabited since ancient times, the Kazan Kremlin traces its history back to the Muslim period in the history of the Golden Horde and the Kazan Khanate. It was conquered in 1552 by Ivan the Terrible and became a stronghold of Orthodoxy in the Volga region. The Kremlin, which largely preserved the layout of the ancient Tatar fortress and became an important center of pilgrimage, includes outstanding historical buildings of the 16th-19th centuries, built on the ruins of earlier structures of the 10th-16th centuries.
Object information:
on the website of the State Historical, Architectural and Art Museum-Reserve "Kazan Kremlin"
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

# С982 - Ferapontov Monastery Ensemble

Criteria: (i) (iv)
The Ferapontov Monastery is located in the Vologda region, in the north of the European part of Russia. This is an exceptionally well-preserved Orthodox monastery complex of the 15th-17th centuries, i.e. a period that was of great importance for the formation of a centralized Russian state and the development of its culture. The architecture of the monastery is unique and holistic. The interior of the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin contains magnificent wall frescoes by Dionysius, the greatest Russian artist of the late 15th century.
Object information:
on the website of the FGBUK "Kirillo-Belozersky Historical, Architectural and Art Museum-Reserve"
on the website of the Museum of Frescoes of Dionysius
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

No. С994 - Curonian Spit
Cross-border facility: Lithuania, Russian Federation

Criterion: (v)
Human development of this narrow sandy peninsula, which is 98 km long and 400 m to 4 km wide, began in prehistoric times. The scythe was also exposed to natural forces - wind and sea waves. The preservation of this unique cultural landscape to this day has become possible only thanks to the incessant struggle of man against the processes of erosion (fixing of dunes, forest planting).
Object information:
on the website of the Curonian Spit National Park (Russia)
on the website of the Curonian Spit National Park (Lithuania)
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

25th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 2001 (Helsinki, Finland)

№ N766rev - Central Sikhote-Alin

Criterion: (x)
The Sikhote-Alin mountains are home to the Far Eastern coniferous-deciduous forests, which are recognized as one of the richest and most original in terms of species composition among all the forests of the temperate zone of the Earth. In this transitional zone, located at the junction of the taiga and the subtropics, there is an unusual mixture of southern (tiger, Himalayan bear) and northern species of animals (brown bear, lynx). The territory stretches from the highest peaks of the Sikhote-Alin to the coast of the Sea of ​​Japan, and serves as a refuge for many endangered species, including the Amur tiger.
Object information:
on the site of the Sikhote-Alin nature reserve
on the website of the Natural Heritage Protection Fund
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

27th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 2003 (Paris, France)

№ N769 rev- Ubsunur Basin
Cross-border facility: Mongolia, Russian Federation

Criteria: (ix) (x)
The heritage site (with an area of ​​1,069 thousand hectares) is located within the northernmost of all the drainless basins in Central Asia. Its name comes from the name of the vast shallow and very salty lake Ubsunur, in the area of ​​which a lot of migratory, waterfowl and near-water birds accumulate. The object consists of 12 scattered sites (including seven sites in Russia, with an area of ​​258.6 thousand hectares), which represent all the main types of landscapes characteristic of Eastern Eurasia. A wide variety of birds is noted in the steppes, and rare species of small mammals live in desert areas. Globally rare animals such as the snow leopard and the argali mountain sheep, as well as the Siberian ibex have been recorded in the highlands.
Object information:
on the website of the Tuva Republican Branch of the Russian Geographical Society
on the website of the Natural Heritage Protection Fund
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

# С1070 - Citadel, Old Town and fortifications of Derbent

Criteria: (iii) (iv)
Ancient Derbent was located on the northern borders of Sassanid Persia, which at that time stretched east and west from the Caspian Sea. The ancient fortifications, built of stone, include two fortress walls that run parallel to each other from the seashore to the mountains. The city of Derbent was formed between these two walls and has retained its medieval character to this day. It continued to be a strategically important site until the 19th century.
Object information:
on the website of the State Budgetary Institution "Derbent State Historical, Architectural and Art Museum-Reserve"
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

28th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 2004 (Suzhou, China)

No. С1097 - Ensemble of the Novodevichy Convent (Moscow)

Criteria: (i) (iv) (vi)
The Novodevichy Convent, located in the south-west of Moscow, was created during the 16th-17th centuries and was one of the links in the chain of monastic ensembles united in the city's defense system. The monastery was closely connected with the political, cultural and religious life of Russia, as well as with the Moscow Kremlin. Representatives of the royal family, noble boyar and noble families were tonsured here and buried. The ensemble of the Novodevichy Convent is one of the masterpieces of Russian architecture (“Moscow Baroque” style), and its interiors, where valuable collections of paintings and works of decorative and applied art are kept, are distinguished by rich interior decoration.
Object information:
on the website of the Theotokos-Smolensk Novodevichy Convent
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

№ N1023rev - Natural complex of the Wrangel Island reserve

Criteria: (ix) (x)
The heritage site, located beyond the Arctic Circle, includes the mountainous Wrangel Island (7.6 thousand sq. Km) and the Herald Island (11 sq. Km) along with the adjacent waters of the Chukchi and East Siberian Seas. Since this area was not covered by a powerful Quaternary glaciation, a very high biodiversity is noted here. Wrangel Island is famous for its huge walrus rookeries (some of the largest in the Arctic), as well as the largest density of polar bear ancestral dens in the world. The area is important as a feeding ground for gray whales migrating here from California and as a nesting site for over 50 bird species, many of which are considered endangered and rare. More than 400 species and varieties of vascular plants have been recorded on the island, that is, more than on any other Arctic island. Some of the living organisms found here are special island forms of those plants and animals that are widespread on the continent. About 40 species and subspecies of plants, insects, birds and animals are identified as endemic.
Object information:
on the website of the FSBI State Nature Reserve "Wrangel Island"
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

29th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 2005 (Durban, South Africa)

No. С1187 - Struve Geodetic Arc
Cross-border site: Belarus, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Republic of Moldova, Russian Federation, Ukraine, Finland, Sweden, Estonia

Criteria: (ii) (iii) (vi)
The Struve Arc is a chain of triangulation points stretching for 2820 km across ten European countries from Hammerfest in Norway to the Black Sea. These reference points of observation were laid in the period 1816-1855. astronomer Friedrich Georg Wilhelm Struve (aka Vasily Yakovlevich Struve), who thus made the first reliable measurement of a large segment of the earth's meridian arc. This allowed us to accurately establish the size and shape of our planet, which was an important step in the development of earth sciences and topographic mapping. It was an exceptional example of scientific collaboration between scientists. different countries and between the ruling monarchs. Initially, the "arc" consisted of 258 geodetic "triangles" (polygons) with 265 main triangulation points. The World Heritage Site includes 34 such points (the most well-preserved to date), which are marked on the ground in a variety of ways, such as: hollows carved into the rocks, iron crosses, cairns or specially erected obelisks.

Criteria: (ii) (iv)
The historic city of Yaroslavl, located about 250 km northeast of Moscow at the confluence of the Kotorosl River into the Volga, was founded in the 11th century. and subsequently developed into a large shopping center. It is known for its numerous churches of the 17th century, and as an outstanding example of the implementation of the urban planning reform carried out by the order of Empress Catherine the Great in 1763 throughout Russia. Although the city has retained a number of remarkable historical buildings, it was later reconstructed in the classicist style based on a radial master plan. It also contains the ones dating back to the 16th century. buildings of the Spassky monastery - one of the oldest in the Upper Volga region, which arose at the end of the 12th century. on the site of a pagan temple, but rebuilt over time.
Object information:
on the website of the Official portal of the city of Yaroslavl
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

34th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 2010 (Brasilia, Brazil)

№ N1234rev - Putorana Plateau

Criteria: (vii) (ix)
This site coincides with its borders with the Putorana State Natural Reserve, located in the northern part of Central Siberia, 100 km beyond the Arctic Circle. A part of this plateau, included in the World Heritage List, has preserved a full set of subarctic and arctic ecosystems preserved in an isolated mountain range, including untouched taiga, forest-tundra, tundra and arctic desert systems, as well as a pristine lake with cold water and river systems. The main route of reindeer migration runs through the site, which is an exceptional, majestic and increasingly rare natural phenomenon.
Object information:
on the website of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "United Directorate of Taimyr Reserves"
on the website of the Natural Heritage Protection Fund
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

36th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 2012 (St. Petersburg, Russian Federation)

№ N1299 - Natural Park "Lena Pillars"

Criteria: (viii)
The natural park "Lena Pillars" is formed by rock formations of rare beauty, which reach a height of about 100 meters and are located along the banks of the Lena River in the central part of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia). They originated in a sharply continental climate with an annual temperature difference of up to 100 degrees Celsius (from -60 ° C in winter to + 40 ° C in summer). The pillars are separated from each other by deep and steep ravines, partially filled with frost-covered fragments of rock. The penetration of water from the surface accelerated the freezing process and contributed to frosty weathering. This led to the deepening of the ravines between the pillars and their dispersal. The proximity of the river and its course are dangerous factors for the pillars. The site contains the remains of a wide variety of Cambrian species.
Object information:
on the website of the State Budgetary Institution of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) Natural Park "Lena Pillars"
on the website of the Natural Heritage Protection Fund
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

38th Session of the World Heritage Committee - 2014 (Doha, Qatar)

No. С981rev- Bulgarian Historical and Archaeological Complex

Criteria: (ii) (vi)
The facility is located on the banks of the Volga River to the south of the confluence of the Kama River and to the south of the capital of Tatarstan, Kazan. It contains evidence of the existence of the medieval town of Bolgars, an ancient settlement of the people of the Volga Bulgars, which existed from the 7th to the 15th centuries. and was in the XIII century. the first capital of the Golden Horde. Bolgar demonstrates historical and cultural relationships and transformations in Eurasia over several centuries, which played a decisive role in the formation of civilizations, customs and cultural traditions. The site is an important testament to the historical continuity and diversity of cultures. It is a symbolic reminder of the adoption of Islam by the Volga Bulgars in 922 and remains a sacred place of pilgrimage for the Muslim Tatars.
Object information:
on the website of the Bulgarian State Historical and Architectural Museum-Reserve "Great Bolgar"
on the website of the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
on the World Heritage Center website

Machu Picchu, which is translated from the Inca language as "Old Peak", is a legendary city erected by the Incas in a lush mountainous area, at the peak of a mountain range at an altitude of 2450 meters above sea level. Recognized as one of the New Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu is one of the most stunning places in the world. Dthe jealous city of the Incas cascades down the steep slopes on each side of the mountain, in separate terraces. NThe incredible ruins of Machu Picchu have been partially restored and are in good condition, giving visitors a good idea of ​​what the city might have looked like in the 15th and 16th centuries.

Thousands of ancient temples, stupas and monasteries stretch endlessly in Pagan, the ancient capital of the kingdom of the same name. Here, the silhouettes of the temple spiers against the backdrop of sunrise or sunset are a magical sight worth a trip to this yet unexplored land. The area is known for having the largest concentration of Buddhist temples in the world, many of which were built in 1000 and 1100 when Bagan was the capital of the pagan kingdom, the first kingdom to unite the regions that would later become modern Myanmar. According to Burmese chronicles, Pagan was founded in the second century AD, and in 849 became the capital of the kingdom under King Pingby, the 34th successor to the founder of the early Pagan. Some temples and stupas have been rebuilt, while others are just ruins. They vary in size and architectural sophistication, creating an intriguing mix of structures that lead travelers to scrutinize every temple they see.

In a unique jungle setting, not far from Siem Reap, is another UNESCO World Heritage Site, Angkor Wat, known as the largest religious monument in the world. Angkor Watwas built by the Khmers in the 12th century and its architecture looks stunning.Huge stone carved faces peer in all directions.Vast and intricate bas-reliefs line the walls and doorways.Destructive passages and steep stone staircases require scouting before you can follow them.Until its fall in the 15th century, Angkor Wat was the largest city in the world.

Stretching for a fantastic 8,800 kilometers, which pass through thickets of forests and steep mountain slopes, through rivers and lakes of northern China, this is the Great Wall of China, deservedly included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Great Wall of China is one of those undeniable landmarks that has inspired great adventures for travelers from all over the world for centuries. The construction of the wall began in the 3rd century BC, and the most popular section of the Great Wall of China is Badaling, located just 75 kilometers from Beijing.

One of the most recognizable landmarks in the world, the Roman Colosseum is the largest building left over from Roman times.Its imposing presence in the heart of a modern cityRomeis a testament to the city's incredible history and the achievements of the Roman Empire. Travelers who see the Colosseum for the first time are amazed at the enormous size of this structure, given that they began to build it.in 72 A.D. Today, the Roman Colosseum is still one of the largest and most popular tourist attractions in the world.

Towering overAthensatop the hill, the Acropolis stands as a proud monument of Ancient Greece. ConstructionsThe 5th and 4th centuries BC dominate the Acropolis, but the most famous is the Parthenon, the largest and most recognizable monument of ancient culture, it symbolizes the amazing history of this country.A few steps from modern Athens, the Acropolis is a powerful sight, sparkling under the Mediterranean sun during the day and spectacularly lit at night.

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This incredible prehistoric site is one of the most visited attractions in England and is definitely a unique place, attracting a large number of tourists from all over the world. This huge prehistoric megalithic structure is located 130 kilometers northwest of London.It is believed that this monument was erected between 3000-1500 BC, but there is no information about its origin or purpose of construction, which leads to various speculations and myths, some of which indicate religious or astronomical significance.As a result, the ring of Bronze Age stones has an almost mystical charm, especially during the summer and winter solstices, when the light from sunrise and sunset is aligned with the stones. Stonehenge, located near the citySalisbury.

A dramatic, narrow mountain gorge allows access to the ancient city of Petra, a stone city with residential buildings and temples carved into sandy rocks.This ancient capital of the Nabataeans has roots that can be traced back to the 5th century BC.Discovered in the early 18th century, it has been called the "pink city" because of the color of the rocks and understandably "carved city".Located in a mountainous area with limited access, it was strategically located on an important trade route in the region.Today Petra is the main attraction of Jordan.

Borobudur is one of the most important Buddhist sites in the world and certainly the most famous landmark in Indonesia.Set in lush tropical surroundings with mountains and volcanoes, Borobudur looks stunning and soothing.This massive temple complex, located on the island of Java, near the city of Yogyakarta, was built in the 700s, but after 200 years, abandoned and forgotten for many centuries due to volcanic eruptions in the area, it remained relatively serene for centuries. ... Borobudurwas discovered in the 18th century by the British and later rebuilt.

10. Tikal, Guatemala

The ancient Mayan city of Tikal is one of the greatest archaeological sites inCentral America. Located in the northGuatemala, insurrounded by impenetrable jungle, this ancient city is made up of over 3000 buildings. The Maya inhabited Tikal between 600 BC. and up to AD 900. Ancient pyramids, temples, squares and foundations of all types of buildings show a complex society, in which hundreds of thousands of people once lived. Tikalwas reopened in the mid-18th century and opened to tourists in the 1950s.Part of the city has been restored, but work continues, and some areas are still in the impenetrable jungle and are waiting in the wings.The ruins are in Tikal National Park, a biosphere reserve that protects the forest and wildlife in the area.

UNESCO world heritage

A complete (July 2016) list of places and objects on the planet in different countries, which are selected by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in accordance with the Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage.

UNESCO was established in November 1945. One of the fundamental directions of UNESCO's activities is the protection of the cultural environment, within the framework of which the World Heritage Program was established, which aims to preserve the cultural and natural sites that are the heritage of all mankind.

The great Wall of China

UNESCO World Heritage Sites include internationally renowned and recognized man-made masterpieces of human genius, as well as unique natural phenomena of historical, cultural and environmental significance.

Nan Madol, "Venice of the Pacific"

The presence in this list of cultural and natural sites of a particular country contributes not only to its international prestige, but also to economic benefits and the development of tourism.

To be included in this list, an object must meet at least one of ten established evaluation criteria for selection (6 cultural and 4 natural criteria). The only object of the UNESCO list, which was evaluated according to all 6 cultural criteria, among which there is such a “masterpiece of human creative genius”, is. The wall included in the "" list is a majestic man-made structure, the construction of which was carried out continuously from the 3rd century BC. e. up to the 17th century.

Lumbini

The list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites includes cities and archaeological sites, castles, palaces and fortresses, cathedrals, temples and abbeys, theaters and museums, islands, valleys and parks, as well as other equally amazing and beautiful sights of the world.

Almost every year, UNESCO holds sessions where members of the World Heritage Committee decide on the inclusion of a site in the list of protected sites.

ancient cities "Roads of incense"

In July 2016 in Istanbul, at the annual session of UNESCO, the list of world heritage countries was replenished with 21 "new" cultural and natural sites. Now the list is 1,052 sites, 814 of which are of cultural significance, 203 are natural and 35 are mixed. The list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, in particular, included such objects as the mountain range Kanchenjunga(India), archaeological complex Philippa(Greece),, dolmens Antequera(Spain) and others.

Acropolis in Athens

Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites is a unique opportunity for tourists to get acquainted with the outstanding cultural monuments and natural wonders of our planet and discover many interesting places, the existence of which many did not even suspect. The name of places such as, which is associated with the birth of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, or; the largest crater in the world - Vredefort in South Africa, whose age is estimated at 2 billion years or monastery of Saint Gall in Switzerland, whose library is one of the oldest and richest in the world and contains precious ancient manuscripts, makes the heart of a true traveler beat faster

Therefore, if you want to spend your vacation in any country or just go on a trip, look at the photos and read the description of the best creations of mankind and nature. Maybe you would like to visit the "" finalist or legendary Knossos palace, then you should choose a tour to Greece. Or maybe you want to go to Greenland and visit Ilulissa fjord t to watch the drifting giant icebergs, or visit caves and enjoy the fantastic scenery located in Vietnam and included in the list "

On our site you can get acquainted with both unique World Heritage sites and other interesting places, natural and cultural attractions of different countries, which will help you in planning tourist routes and will serve as a good guide on your trip. The complete list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites is divided by region for easy reference and can be found on the links below. Enjoy your trip!

Work is underway to submit the following natural objects to the List: Volga delta, Delta Lena, Green Belt of Fennoscandia, Kurile Islands, Valdai - Great watershed, Western Sayan, Beringia and Solovetsky Islands.

Natural sites inscribed on the World Heritage List
	Square	State
Virgin Komi forests	3.279 million hectares	Inscribed on the World Heritage List (1995) Criteria - N ii, iii
1. State Biosphere Reserve "Pechora-Ilychsky"	721 322
2. National Park "Yugyd Va"	1 891 701
3. Protected zone of the reserve	666 000
Lake Baikal	8.8 million hectares	Included in the List (1996) Criteria - N i, ii, iii, iv
1. State Biosphere Reserve "Baikalsky"	165 724
2. State Biosphere Reserve "Barguzinsky"	374 322
3. State natural reserve "Baikalo-Lensky"	660 000
4. National Park "Pribaikalsky"	418 000
5. National Park "Zabaikalsky"	246 000
6. Reserve "Frolikhinsky"	910 200
7. Wildlife Sanctuary "Kabansky"	18 000
8. National Park "Tunkinsky" (partially)
Volcanoes of Kamchatka	3.996 million hectares	Included in the List (1996). Expanded in 2001 Criteria - N i, ii, iii, iv
1. State Biosphere Reserve "Kronotsky"	1 147 619,37
2. Natural Park "Bystrinsky"	1 368 592
3. Natural Park "Nalychevsky"	286 025
4. Natural Park "Yuzhno-Kamchatsky"	500 511
5. Reserve of federal significance "Yuzhno-Kamchatsky"	322 000
6. Natural Park "Klyuchevskoy"	371 022
Golden Mountains of Altai	1.509 million hectares	Included in the List (1998) Criterion - N iv
1. State Biosphere Reserve "Altai"	881 238
2. State Biosphere Reserve "Katunsky"	150 079
3. Natural Park "Mount Belukha"	131 337
4. Natural Park "Ukok"	252 904
5. Buffer zone "Teletskoye Lake"	93 753
Western Caucasus	0.301 million hectares	Included in the List (1999) Criteria - N ii, iv
1. State Biosphere Reserve "Caucasian" with a buffer zone	288 200
2. Natural Park "Bolshoi Tkhach"	3 700
3. Natural monument "Upper reaches of the Pshekha and Pshekhashkha rivers"	5 776
4. Natural monument "Upper Tsitsa River"	1 913
5. Natural monument "Buiny Ridge"	1 480
Curonian Spit(jointly with Lithuania)	0.031 million hectares	Included in the List (2000) Criterion - C v
1. National Park "Curonian Spit" (Russia)	6 600
2. National Park "Kursiu Nerijos" (Lithuania)	24 600
	1.567 million hectares	Included in the List (2001). Expanded in 2018 Criterion - N iv
1. State Biosphere Reserve "Sikhote-Alinsky"	401 600
2. National Park "Bikin"	1 160 469
3. Sanctuary "Goralovy"	4 749
Ubsunur Basin(jointly with Mongolia)	0.883 million hectares	Included in the List (2003) Criteria - N ii, iv
1. State Biosphere Reserve "Ubsunurskaya Kotlovina" (Russia)	73 529
2. Biosphere reserve "Uvs Nuur" (Mongolia)	810 233,5
Wrangel Island	2.226 million hectares	Included in the List (2004) Criteria - N ii, iv
State Nature Reserve "Wrangel Island"
Putorana plateau	1,887 million hectares	Included on the List (2010) Criteria - vii, ix
State natural reserve "Putoransky"
Lena Pillars	1.387 million hectares	Included on the List (2012) Criteria - viii
Natural Park of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) "Lena Pillars"
Landscapes of Dauria(jointly with Mongolia)	0.913 million hectares	Included in the List (2017) Criteria - (ix), (x)
1. State Natural Biosphere Reserve "Daursky"	49 765
2. Protected zone of the State Natural Biosphere Reserve "Daursky"	117 690
3. Reserve of federal significance "Dzerena Valley"	111 568
Total area in the Russian Federation:	279 023
4. Strictly protected area "Mongol Daguur"	110 377
5. Buffer zone of the strictly protected area "Mongol Daguur"	477 064
6. Natural reserve "Ugtam"	46 160
Total area in Mongolia:	633 601

Natural sites included in the Tentative List
Objects and their constituent territories	Square	State
Valaam archipelago	0.026 million hectares	Included in the Tentative List of the Russian Federation on May 15, 1996.
Natural Park "Valaam Archipelago"
Magadan reserve	0.884 million hectares	Nomination prepared
State natural reserve "Magadansky"
Commander Islands	3.649 million hectares	Included in the Tentative List of the Russian Federation on 07.02.2005. Nomination prepared
State natural reserve "Komandorskiy"
Great Vasyugan swamp	0.4 million hectares
State complex wildlife sanctuary of the Tyumen region "Vasyuganskiy"
Krasnoyarsk pillars	0.047 million hectares	Included in the Tentative List of the Russian Federation 03/06/2007
State natural reserve "Pillars"
Ilmen mountains	0.034 million hectares	Included in the Tentative List of the Russian Federation on August 11, 2008. Nomination prepared
State Natural Reserve of the Russian Academy of Sciences "Ilmensky"
Bashkir Ural	0.045 million hectares	Included in the Tentative List of the Russian Federation on January 30, 2012

Natural sites promising for inclusion in the Tentative List
Objects and their constituent territories	Square	State
Beringia	2.911 million hectares	Recommended by IUCN for listing
1. National Park "Beringia" (RF)	1,819,154 ha
2. National Reserve "Bering Land Bridge" (USA)	1,091,595 ha
Volga delta	0.068 million hectares	criterion N iv. Nomination prepared
State Natural Biosphere Reserve "Astrakhansky"
Delta Lena	1.433 million hectares	Recommended by IUCN for inclusion in the List in accordance with criterion N iv. Nomination prepared
State natural reserve "Ust-Lensky"
Kurile Islands	0.295 million hectares	Nomination prepared
1. State natural reserve "Kurilskiy" and its buffer zone	65 365 and 41 475
2. Biological reserve "Small Kuriles"	45 000
3. Reserve of regional significance "Urup Island"	143 000
Green Belt of Fennoscandia(jointly with Finland and Norway)	0.541 million hectares	The Russian part of the nomination has been prepared
1. State Biosphere Reserve "Laplandsky"	278 436
2. State natural reserve "Kostomukshsky"	47 457
3. State nature reserve "Pasvik"	14 727
4. Paanajärvi National Park	104 354
5. National Park "Kalevalsky"	95 886
Valdai - The Great Divide	0.183 million hectares	Nomination prepared
1. National Park "Valdai"	158 500
2. State Natural Biosphere Reserve "Central Forest"	24 447

Natural sites not included in the List
Objects and their constituent territories	Square	State
Vodlozersky National Park	0.58 million hectares
1. National Park "Vodlozersky"	404 700
2. Sanctuary "Kozhozersky"	178 600
Bashkir Ural	0.2 million hectares	Not included in the List (1998)
1. State Biosphere Reserve "Shulgan-Tash"	22 531
2. State natural reserve "Bashkir"	49 609
3. National Park "Bashkiria" (strictly protected area)	32 740
4. Sanctuary "Altyn Solok"	93 580
Teberda reserve(expansion of the "Western Caucasus" object)	0.085 million hectares	Not included in the List (2004)
State Biosphere Reserve "Teberdinsky"

Russia, of course, is rich in unique and, which is very important, natural complexes not affected by economic activity. According to rough estimates of scientists, in our country there are about 20 territories worthy of the status of a World Natural Heritage Site. The list of the most promising areas was determined during a joint project of UNESCO and the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) on boreal forests.

30 must-see UNESCO World Heritage Sites! The UNESCO World Heritage List includes some of the best preserved sites in the world. In 2013, 19 more sites were added to the List, 14 of which are of cultural significance and the remaining 5 are of natural significance. UNESCO World Heritage Sites are the most interesting travel destinations.

To date, more than 980 sites from around the world have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Most of these sites are popular tourist destinations and attract a large number of tourists.

UNESCO has divided World Heritage Sites into three broad categories, namely:

- natural heritage sites (nature / landscape created without any human intervention),
- objects cultural heritage(places of cultural / spiritual importance to people)
- places of mixed heritage (places that have elements of both natural and cultural heritage).

Below we have provided 30 of the most beautiful places on this list, which are definitely worth a visit!

• 1. Galapagos Islands

Listed in 1978.

Country: Ecuador

Located in the eastern Pacific Ocean, the Galapagos Islands are an archipelago of thirteen islands and six small islets. These islands are located at the confluence of three ocean currents. The Galapagos Islands are known for their absolutely stunning marine life, adorable birds and pristine beaches.

Entertainment: Apart from cruises to some of the most remote islands in the archipelago, the Galapagos Islands are preferred by most tourists as they are a great snorkeling and diving destination.

The best time to visit: from mid-June to early September and from mid-December to mid-January.

• 2. Yellowstone national park

Listed in 1978.

Country: United States of America

The park covers 898,349 hectares. There are more than 300 geysers here (two thirds of the total number of geysers); more than 10,000 geothermal sites (almost half of everything in the world) and fabulous wildlife, including bison, grizzlies and wolves. UNESCO World Heritage Sites - the park runs through the American states of Wyoming, Montana and Idaho.

Entertainment: Yellowstone National Park offers numerous activities for tourists, including trekking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, boating, and swimming. It is a fantastic location for walking and cycling.

Best time to visit: June to August, if you are a ski lover visit the Park from November to February.

• 3. Belovezhskaya Pushcha

Listed in 1979.

Country: Belarus, Poland

The National Park, known worldwide as Belovezhskaya Pushcha, is located on the watershed of the Black and Baltic Seas. Some of the most exotic species of broadleaf trees and evergreens have survived here. In addition, the forest reserve also boasts a wonderful fauna, which includes some rare species of mammals such as bison.

Entertainment: All entertainment consists of guided tours and self-guided walks in the park. Observation of birds and animals listed in the Red Book.

Best time to visit: between March and September.

• 4. Great Barrier Reef

Listed in 1981.

Country: Australia

One of the most famous marine ecosystems in the world is located right here on the Great Barrier Reef. Here is the largest collection of corals in the world, it includes more than 400 different types of coral, along with 1,500 species of fish and about 4,000 species of molluscs. In addition to this, six of the seven species of sea turtles known to the world are found in the Reef.

Entertainment: The Great Barrier Reef is a snorkeling and scuba diving paradise.

Best time to visit: June to November.

• 5. Los Glaciares National Park

Listed in 1981.

Country: Argentina

The best place in South America to enjoy glacier views. It is a place of exceptional beauty, boasting high mountain peaks and 47 large glaciers.

Entertainment: Walking is by far the most popular tourist activity in the region, followed by mountaineering. You can join a boat tour and maneuver between the majestic icebergs.

Best time to visit: Between October and March.

• 6.Canadian Rockies Parks

Listed in 1984.

Country: Canada

This World Heritage Site includes four national parks - Banff, Jasper, Kootenay and Yoho and three provincial parks - Mount Robson, Mount Assiniboine and Humber - located in the Canadian provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. Unesco World Heritage Sites - These parks are renowned for their absolutely stunning landscapes featuring mountain peaks, glaciers, canyons, waterfalls, hot springs and many other impressive sites.

Entertainment: hiking, horse riding, etc. If you are an adrenaline junkie, you can also try some dog sledding across the snowy plains. If you are history buffs, be sure to visit the Burgess Shale fossil site, famous for the fossilized remains of several marine species that existed millions of years ago.

Best time to visit: September to October or May, June for hiking, and December or April for skiing.

• 7. Sundarban National Park

Listed in 1987.

Country: India

Located in the Indian state of West Bengal, Sundarbans Park includes the world's largest mangrove forests, covering about 1,000,000 hectares. The National Park is home to some exotic and endangered species, including tigers, reptiles, birds and aquatic mammals.

Entertainment: In addition to walks and excursions along the forest trails, you can, for example, ride a bike to the local village or visit a local school.

Best time to visit: September to March.

• 8. Yaku

Listed in 1993.

Country: Japan

Located in Kagoshima Prefecture, in the interior of Yaku Island, the park is home to around 1900 different plant species and subspecies. This area is home to rare, ancient specimens of Japanese cedar (Suji).

Entertainment: Hiking on forest trails, there are also several white sand beaches where tourists can enjoy snorkeling. Visitors can also bathe in the hot springs, which are located a few kilometers from the site.

Best time to visit: May, October, November.

• 9. Brazilian Islands: Fernando de Noronha and Atoll das Rocas

Listed in 2001.

Country: Brazil

Fernando de Noronha is an archipelago of 21 islands and several other small islets in the Atlantic Ocean, and Rocas Atoll is the only atoll in the South Atlantic. These two reserves are notable for the fact that tuna, turtles, sharks, as well as several marine mammals are bred here. Baia de Golfinos Beach is popular for seeing dolphins. In addition, tropical birds and breathtaking views of the seascape at low tide make the region outstanding.

Entertainment: Apart from boat excursions, these sites also offer many opportunities for dolphin watching and diving.

Best time to visit: April to November.

• 10. Reunion Island (National Park)

Listed in 2010.

Country: France

UNESCO World Heritage Sites - The National Park covers an area of ​​about 100,000 hectares, which is about 40% of the total area of ​​Reunion Island. The place is famous for its subtropical and tropical forests, and is home to a variety of flora and fauna.

Entertainment: hiking, rock climbing and all kinds of excursions, including air excursions.

Best time to visit: May to October; November to April is the cyclone season.

Cultural heritage sites

• 1.Nubian Monuments from Abu Simbel to Philae

Listed in 1979.

Country: Egypt

These colossal ancient Egyptian monuments are, one might say, a huge archaeological park, in fact, a great open-air museum. The magnificent structures, which include the Great Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel and the Sanctuary of Isis at Philae, make a lasting impression.

Entertainment: visiting great monuments, camel ride, visit the Aswan Dam.

Best time to visit: November to February.

• 2. Fort and gardens of Shalimar in Lahore

Listed in 1981.

Country: Pakistan

Located in the city of Lahore in the Punjab. These two masterpieces were built during the reign of Emperor Shah Jahan and are major landmarks in Pakistan. The fort complex has numerous marble structures: palaces and mosques, decorated with colorful mosaics and gilding. The elegant gardens are impressive with numerous waterfalls, fountains and ornamental ponds.

Entertainment: Tourists are allowed to move freely around the fort and gardens. There are several wonderful restaurants where you can taste delicious local cuisine.

Best time to visit: October to April.

• 3. Vatican

Listed 1984

Country: Vatican

One of the most sacred places in the Christian world, the Vatican is full of colossal religious and secular buildings and architectural monuments. In the center of the Vatican lies St. Peter's Basilica, the largest religious building in the world. The circular square in front of the basilica is surrounded by beautiful palaces and gardens.

Entertainment: Guided tours of major churches and basilicas throughout the city, as well as the city's many museums. Don't forget to visit the famous Sistine Chapel. Best time to visit: April to June and September to October.

• 4. Petra

Listed 1985

Country: Jordan

One of the most famous World Heritage Sites in the world. Petra is an ancient city located at the junction of the Dead and Red Seas. It was strategically located at the crossroads of Egypt, Arabia, Syria and Phenicia, indicating that it was indeed an important settlement in ancient times. Petra is also one of the most important archaeological sites, displaying a subtle blend of Eastern and Western architectural styles.

Entertainment: Petra is located high in the mountains, there are several hiking trails that lead to the city. You can also explore the surrounding desert areas by horse or camel.

Best Time to Visit: March to May and September to November

• 5. City of Bath

Listed in 1987

Country: England

Bath is an ancient Roman city located about 100 miles west of the English capital.

Entertainment: Bath offers many things for tourists. In addition to swimming in hot natural springs, you can take a city tour, the city is surrounded by picturesque countryside, which is better to get around on foot.

Best time to visit: April to June and September.

• 6. Borobudur Temple

Listed in 1991.

Country: Indonesia

UNESCO World Heritage Sites - The largest Buddhist temple complex in the world. Borobudur is a colossal monument located in the central part of Java.

Entertainment: In May, you can attend a Buddhist festival held on the occasion of Buddha's birthday. In June, a ballet performance is organized here, which tells about the concept and construction of the temple.

Best time to visit: April to October.

• 7. Royal Palace Drottningholm

Listed in 1991.

Country: Sweden

Literally meaning "Queen's Island", Drottningholm Palace is located on a small artificial island on Lake Mälaren outside Stockholm. Here, in addition to the palace, are the royal gardens, the palace church, the palace theater and the famous Chinese pavilion. The palace is by far one of the finest examples of 18th century North European architecture and shows the obvious influence of the architecture of the Château de Versailles.

Entertainment: the palace is the seat of the current Swedish royal family so most of it is not open to the public. Nevertheless, you can still visit some places. Visit the "Great Hall" of the palace, here you can see portraits of various European monarchs. There is a nice cafe next to the garden where you can spend a great day.

Best time to visit: May to September.

• 8. Angkor

Listed in 1992.

Country: Cambodia

Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in Southeast Asia. Occupies an area of ​​about 40,000 hectares. The park is an ensemble of remains of the Cambodian Khmer Empire, which includes a number of temples and sculptures. World famous temple complexes: Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and Bayon.

Entertainment: acquaintance with various temples and sculptures. Take a walk in the desert.

Best time to visit: Between November and February.

• 9. Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens

Listed in 1996.

Country: Austria

One of the most outstanding baroque complexes in Europe. Schönbrunn Palace is located in Vienna and served as the summer residence of the Habsburg emperors from the 18th century to the early 20th century. The magnificent gardens are an excellent example of European decorative arts.

Entertainment: guided tours of the palace and gardens, walks in Vienna, canal cruises.

Best time to visit: May to October.

• 10. Mountain Railways of India

Listed 1999.

Country: India

It includes three mountain railways that pass through seemingly impassable terrain in the Indian mountains. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Nilgiri Mountain Railway and Kalka Shimla Railway.

Fun: Ride one of these trains and enjoy fascinating views of mystical mountains, dense forests and intricate tunnel networks.

Best Time to Visit: Darjeeling Himalayan Road - September to June; Nilgiri road - from February to June; Kalka Shimla road - from April to August and from December to January.

Mixed heritage sites

• 1. Tikal National Park

Listed in 1979.

Country: Guatemala

Nestled among lush, dense jungle, UNESCO World Heritage Sites Parks is one of the most important centers of the ancient Mesoamerican Mayan civilization. Tikal National Park boasts some of the most impressive architectural remains of the Mayan people. Impressive palaces and temples, sacrificial platforms, public squares, and some fragmented remains of Mayan dwellings.

Entertainment: Visit the Silvanus G. Morley Museum, where you can see various artifacts. Camping and jungle trekking are some of the most popular activities.

Best time to visit: Between November and April.

• 2. Historical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

Listed in 1983.

Country: Peru

This 15th century city is located in the middle of a tropical mountain forest, at an altitude of about 8000 feet. Machu Picchu is the highlight of Peru. This World Heritage Site boasts giant walls, ramps and terraces, all built in a way that seems to have been part of the natural landscape at all times. In addition, due to its location on the eastern slopes of the Andes, forests have an extremely rich diversity of flora and fauna.

Entertainment: Walk around Machu Picchu, take a guided tour of the various Inca sanctuaries and caves, learn a bit of local history - some of the stories are really interesting!

Best time to visit: July and August.

• 3. Goreme National Park and Cappadocia Cave Buildings

Listed in 1985.

Country: Turkey

The province of Nevsehir in Central Anatolia is famous throughout the world for its remnants of the Byzantine period: various residential and underground settlements dating back to the 4th century AD. Erosional processes have shaped the sculptural landscape of the Goreme Valley, and the rocky structures of Cappadocia bear witness to what happens when natural forces and human hands work in apposition with each other.

Entertainment: hiking and excursions, hot air balloon tours. In addition, Cappadocia is one of the largest wine-growing regions in Turkey, so be sure to check out the local wineries for a wine tasting.

Best time to visit: April to mid June and September to November.

• 4. Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Listed in 1987

Country: Australia

Located in the northern part of Australia. The site boasts some impressive geological formations, including the stone domes of Kata Tjuta.

Activities include rock climbing, guided walking tours, camel rides through the desert, helicopter tour and more.

Best time to visit: April and May.

• 5. Meteora (Meteora)

Listed in 1988.

Country: Greece

UNESCO World Heritage Sites are located in Thessaly, the Meteora monastery complex is one of a kind place. It's amazing how 24 monasteries were built in such a remote area, at such a height, and even in the 15th century. The monasteries boast remarkable 16th-century frescoes.

Entertainment: Rock climbing, canoeing, hiking and rafting are the main activities. You can visit one of the nearby villages and taste traditional cuisine.

Best time to visit: July to mid-October.

• 6. Cliff Bandiagara

Inscribed on the List in 1989.

Country: Mali

One of the most impressive places in West Africa... The Bandiagara Plateau in Mopti is not only striking scenery, but also a place to see examples of African architecture. In addition to houses, barns, altars, temples and community centers, the region has preserved the age-old traditions of the Dogon (people in Mali) in the form of masks, rituals, religious ceremonies and so on.

Entertainment: Visit a local village and buy authentic Dogon products. You can take a ride in a donkey cart.

Best time to visit: November to March.

• 7. Tongariro National Park

Inscribed on the List in 1990.

Country: New Zealand

The oldest national park in New Zealand. Tongariro boasts spectacular landscapes, numerous active but dormant volcanoes, and a rich variety of ecosystems.

Entertainment: walking in the park is The best way see all the sights of this place.

Best time to visit: Between November and May.

• 8. Emeishan and the Giant Buddha in Leshan

Inscribed on the List in 1996.

Country: China

Located in the southern Sichuan province of China, Emeishan is a wonderful place. The mountain is distinguished by a variety of vegetation and old trees (some are over 1000 years old). From the 1st century AD Buddhists began to build on the top of the mountain, probably due to the tranquility and beauty of the place. Gradually, this place became one of the most sacred places of Buddhism and turned into a center of pilgrimage. A special attraction of this World Heritage Site is the colossal Buddha statue carved into the mountain. This is the largest Buddha statue in the world.

Entertainment: Hiking and hiking are the best things to do here to experience the beauty, serenity and harmony of this place.

Best Time to Visit: All year round.

• 9. Ibiza

Inscribed on the List in 1999.

Country: Spain

Better known for its clubbing and nightlife, Ibiza is actually like two separate worlds. Most of the island is currently a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Numerous prehistoric archaeological sites, outstanding examples of Renaissance military architecture and some Spanish colonial fortifications.

Entertainment: Explore the beautiful countryside, hiking and skydiving tours are also quite popular. Sample traditional Spanish cuisine. Best time to visit: between April and June.

• 10. Rock Islands, South Lagoon

Inscribed on the List in 2012.

Country: Palau

445 volcanic uninhabited limestone islands, which are located in lagoons, surrounded by coral reefs - this is the Rock Island. There are more than 385 species of coral here, a huge variety marine life and the highest concentration of sea lakes on earth. There are also numerous archaeological remains of villages, burials and rock paintings that date back over 3000 years ago.

Entertainment: Rock Islands is the most popular snorkeling and snorkeling destination in Palau. Visit colorful lagoons and vibrant caves.

Best time to visit: February and March.

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