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5 Incredible Ancient Cities Built Into Mountains Around The World
These mountain-carved cities remind us that human creativity can turn even the toughest landscapes into lasting wonders.
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Which City Is Called The Pearl Of The Adriatic Sea?
Dubrovnik is one of those destinations that the photographs do not quite capture, which is saying something given how photogenic it is.
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Ayutthaya Travel Guide: Explore Thailand's Most Fascinating UNESCO Day Trip
Ayutthaya, former Thai capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies 80 km from Bangkok and offers historical ruins, temples, and a slower pace for day-trippers and overnight visitors.
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6 Stunning Walled Cities Around The World That Feel Like Stepping Back In Time
Walled Cities around the world: If historic walled cities intrigue you, these must-visit spots around the globe should make your travel list.
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Why One Of The Last Least-Visited Places On Earth Is Fast Turning A Tourist Hotspot
The Moon meets Mars in Saudi Arabia's AlUla, one of the last places on earth that saw no tourists till a few years ago
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What To Know About The US Decision To Leave UNESCO, Why It Matters
With the support of international partners and the mobilization of $115 million, the UN cultural agency UNESCO recently helped rebuild the Iraqi city of Mosul after it was devastated by the Islamic State group.
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Jaipur Voted World's 5th Best City By Travel And Leisure's 2025 Survey
Jaipur, known for its rich heritage, vibrant shopping scene, and warm hospitality, has been ranked the fifth-best city in the world by the Travel + Leisure 2025 survey.
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"Stop Stealing Cobblestones": Bruges Pleads With Tourists As Historic Streets Crumble Underfoot
The historic city of Bruges in Belgium is facing a problem where tourists are removing cobblestones from its iconic center as souvenirs.
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This Ancient Walled City In Yemen Is Known As 'Manhattan of the Desert'
Shibam, known as "Manhattan of the Desert," is a Yemeni city celebrated for its mud-brick skyscrapers, earning UNESCO World Heritage status alongside Sanaa and Zabid for their unique architecture.
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In Pics: Taj Mahal Disappears Behind Thick Blanket Of Smog
Visuals showed the Taj Mahal, the UNESCO World Heritage site disappearing behind the smog, making it barely visible to tourists.
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Israel Strikes Lebanon's UNESCO World Heritage Site City 'Tyre'
Israeli strikes on Wednesday pounded Lebanon's Tyre, an ancient coastal city which boasts a UNESCO World Heritage site, leaving swathes of its centre in ruins.
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Watch: Indians Perform Garba At New York's Times Square After It Gets UNESCO Tag
Times Square reverberated with the beats and music of 'Garba' as members of the Indian-American community performed the traditional Gujarati dance at the iconic New York City destination to celebrate its inclusion in UNESCO's cultural heritage list.
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Kozhikode And Gwalior Declared Creative Cities Of Literature And Music By UNESCO
Gwalior and Kozhikode from India are among the 55 new cities which have joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.
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"Oldest Fortified City" Tell al-Sultan In Palestine A World Heritage Site
The United Nations' cultural organisation inscribed the "pre-historic site of Tell al-Sultan" located near the occupied West Bank city of Jericho on its World Heritage List on Sunday, UNESCO said.
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5 Incredible Ancient Cities Built Into Mountains Around The World
These mountain-carved cities remind us that human creativity can turn even the toughest landscapes into lasting wonders.
-
Which City Is Called The Pearl Of The Adriatic Sea?
Dubrovnik is one of those destinations that the photographs do not quite capture, which is saying something given how photogenic it is.
-
Ayutthaya Travel Guide: Explore Thailand's Most Fascinating UNESCO Day Trip
Ayutthaya, former Thai capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies 80 km from Bangkok and offers historical ruins, temples, and a slower pace for day-trippers and overnight visitors.
-
6 Stunning Walled Cities Around The World That Feel Like Stepping Back In Time
Walled Cities around the world: If historic walled cities intrigue you, these must-visit spots around the globe should make your travel list.
-
Why One Of The Last Least-Visited Places On Earth Is Fast Turning A Tourist Hotspot
The Moon meets Mars in Saudi Arabia's AlUla, one of the last places on earth that saw no tourists till a few years ago
-
What To Know About The US Decision To Leave UNESCO, Why It Matters
With the support of international partners and the mobilization of $115 million, the UN cultural agency UNESCO recently helped rebuild the Iraqi city of Mosul after it was devastated by the Islamic State group.
-
Jaipur Voted World's 5th Best City By Travel And Leisure's 2025 Survey
Jaipur, known for its rich heritage, vibrant shopping scene, and warm hospitality, has been ranked the fifth-best city in the world by the Travel + Leisure 2025 survey.
-
"Stop Stealing Cobblestones": Bruges Pleads With Tourists As Historic Streets Crumble Underfoot
The historic city of Bruges in Belgium is facing a problem where tourists are removing cobblestones from its iconic center as souvenirs.
-
This Ancient Walled City In Yemen Is Known As 'Manhattan of the Desert'
Shibam, known as "Manhattan of the Desert," is a Yemeni city celebrated for its mud-brick skyscrapers, earning UNESCO World Heritage status alongside Sanaa and Zabid for their unique architecture.
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In Pics: Taj Mahal Disappears Behind Thick Blanket Of Smog
Visuals showed the Taj Mahal, the UNESCO World Heritage site disappearing behind the smog, making it barely visible to tourists.
-
Israel Strikes Lebanon's UNESCO World Heritage Site City 'Tyre'
Israeli strikes on Wednesday pounded Lebanon's Tyre, an ancient coastal city which boasts a UNESCO World Heritage site, leaving swathes of its centre in ruins.
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Watch: Indians Perform Garba At New York's Times Square After It Gets UNESCO Tag
Times Square reverberated with the beats and music of 'Garba' as members of the Indian-American community performed the traditional Gujarati dance at the iconic New York City destination to celebrate its inclusion in UNESCO's cultural heritage list.
-
Kozhikode And Gwalior Declared Creative Cities Of Literature And Music By UNESCO
Gwalior and Kozhikode from India are among the 55 new cities which have joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.
-
"Oldest Fortified City" Tell al-Sultan In Palestine A World Heritage Site
The United Nations' cultural organisation inscribed the "pre-historic site of Tell al-Sultan" located near the occupied West Bank city of Jericho on its World Heritage List on Sunday, UNESCO said.
