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Chan Chan, UNESCO World Heritage Site In Peru, Defaced With Obscene Graffiti
A vandal defaced Chan Chan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Peru, with obscene graffiti over the weekend, the Ministry of Culture said Monday.
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Once A Jewel, Australia's Ningaloo Reef Now Faces Coral Bleaching Crisis
Australia's Ningaloo Reef, one of the world's longest near-shore coral reefs and a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, is showing alarming signs as the coral has lost its natural colour.
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6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites In India That Are Totally Worth The Hype
Whether you're in it for the architecture, nature, or ancient art, these lesser-known UNESCO World Heritage Sites show a different side of India.
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UNESCO Awards Press Prize To Nicaraguan Newspaper In Exile
UNESCO awarded its annual press award to Nicaragua's oldest newspaper, published from abroad as President Daniel Ortega tightens his grip on power.
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After 3 Decades, Endangered Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle Back To Ganga River
The critically endangered Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle has been reintroduced in the Ganga river as part of the government's flagship programme of cleaning the river and enhancing its biodiversity.
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Egypt's $51 Million Pyramids Revamp Includes Electric Buses, E-Ticketing
Tourists in Egypt have complained about animal cruelty and aggressive vendors who keep forcing them to buy souvenirs or services.
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6 Heritage Sites In Goa That Offer A Mix Of Culture And Susegad
Whether you are a history buff or just need a break from all the partying, these heritage sites in Goa offer a glimpse into the state's's fascinating, mixed-up past.
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Watch: Elephants Chanda And Pushpa Welcome JD Vance, Family At Amer Fort
US Vice President JD Vance, along with his family, embarked on a cultural tour of Jaipur on Monday. The first stop on the culture adventure was the historic Amer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site perched atop a hill about 11 km from Jaipur.
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JD Vance Visits Amer Fort Near Jaipur, Welcomed By Elephants
US Vice President J D Vance, who is on a four-day India visit, reached Jaipur along with his family on Monday night and is set to visit the Amber Fort--a UNESCO World Heritage Site-- on Tuesday.
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Darwin Archives, Geneva Conventions Now In UNESCO's Memory Of World Register
The world body has added 74 new documentary heritage collections to its Memory of the World Register, bringing the total number of inscribed collections to 570.
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Bhagavad Gita, Natyashastra Manuscripts Inscribed On UNESCO Memory Of World Register
The manuscripts of Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni's Natyashastra are among the 74 new documentary heritage collections that have been added to UNESCO's Memory of the World Register.
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World Heritage Day 2025: Iconic Monuments That Stood The Test Of Time
World Heritage Day 2025: This year's theme is Heritage under Threat from Disasters and Conflicts: Preparedness and Learning from 60 Years of ICOMOS Actions.
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Ahead Of His Wedding, Billionaire Jeff Bezos' Big Yacht Problem In Venice
Venice has strict maritime rules after UNESCO warned that the city could be placed on the "Endangered" list due to the damage caused by the large ships.
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Video: South Korea's "Worst Wildfires" Kill 18, Burn Historic Temples, UNESCO Site
At least 18 people have been killed in one of South Korea's worst wildfire outbreaks, as multiple blazes broke out in the country's southeastern region over the weekend, causing unprecedented damage.
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French Grandparents Arrested For Suspected Murder Of 2-Year-Old In 2023
The death of Emile Soleil, who went missing in a French Alpine village in July 2023, had remained unexplained even after some of his remains were discovered nine months later.
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Chan Chan, UNESCO World Heritage Site In Peru, Defaced With Obscene Graffiti
A vandal defaced Chan Chan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Peru, with obscene graffiti over the weekend, the Ministry of Culture said Monday.
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Once A Jewel, Australia's Ningaloo Reef Now Faces Coral Bleaching Crisis
Australia's Ningaloo Reef, one of the world's longest near-shore coral reefs and a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, is showing alarming signs as the coral has lost its natural colour.
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6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites In India That Are Totally Worth The Hype
Whether you're in it for the architecture, nature, or ancient art, these lesser-known UNESCO World Heritage Sites show a different side of India.
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UNESCO Awards Press Prize To Nicaraguan Newspaper In Exile
UNESCO awarded its annual press award to Nicaragua's oldest newspaper, published from abroad as President Daniel Ortega tightens his grip on power.
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After 3 Decades, Endangered Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle Back To Ganga River
The critically endangered Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle has been reintroduced in the Ganga river as part of the government's flagship programme of cleaning the river and enhancing its biodiversity.
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Egypt's $51 Million Pyramids Revamp Includes Electric Buses, E-Ticketing
Tourists in Egypt have complained about animal cruelty and aggressive vendors who keep forcing them to buy souvenirs or services.
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6 Heritage Sites In Goa That Offer A Mix Of Culture And Susegad
Whether you are a history buff or just need a break from all the partying, these heritage sites in Goa offer a glimpse into the state's's fascinating, mixed-up past.
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Watch: Elephants Chanda And Pushpa Welcome JD Vance, Family At Amer Fort
US Vice President JD Vance, along with his family, embarked on a cultural tour of Jaipur on Monday. The first stop on the culture adventure was the historic Amer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site perched atop a hill about 11 km from Jaipur.
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JD Vance Visits Amer Fort Near Jaipur, Welcomed By Elephants
US Vice President J D Vance, who is on a four-day India visit, reached Jaipur along with his family on Monday night and is set to visit the Amber Fort--a UNESCO World Heritage Site-- on Tuesday.
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Darwin Archives, Geneva Conventions Now In UNESCO's Memory Of World Register
The world body has added 74 new documentary heritage collections to its Memory of the World Register, bringing the total number of inscribed collections to 570.
-
Bhagavad Gita, Natyashastra Manuscripts Inscribed On UNESCO Memory Of World Register
The manuscripts of Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni's Natyashastra are among the 74 new documentary heritage collections that have been added to UNESCO's Memory of the World Register.
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World Heritage Day 2025: Iconic Monuments That Stood The Test Of Time
World Heritage Day 2025: This year's theme is Heritage under Threat from Disasters and Conflicts: Preparedness and Learning from 60 Years of ICOMOS Actions.
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Ahead Of His Wedding, Billionaire Jeff Bezos' Big Yacht Problem In Venice
Venice has strict maritime rules after UNESCO warned that the city could be placed on the "Endangered" list due to the damage caused by the large ships.
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Video: South Korea's "Worst Wildfires" Kill 18, Burn Historic Temples, UNESCO Site
At least 18 people have been killed in one of South Korea's worst wildfire outbreaks, as multiple blazes broke out in the country's southeastern region over the weekend, causing unprecedented damage.
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French Grandparents Arrested For Suspected Murder Of 2-Year-Old In 2023
The death of Emile Soleil, who went missing in a French Alpine village in July 2023, had remained unexplained even after some of his remains were discovered nine months later.
