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West Lake, located in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, is one of the first national key scenic spots and one of China's top ten scenic attractions. It's a major freshwater lake renowned for its beauty and is the only lake-based cultural heritage site in…

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Venice and its Lagoon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, epitomizes cultural and architectural grandeur on the northeastern coast of Italy. This iconic city, built on an archipelago of 118 islands, is interlaced with a network of canals and historic…

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The Jurassic Coast is a picturesque coastline located in southern England, renowned for its rich geological heritage. Stretching across multiple counties including Dorset, Devon, and Hampshire, it stands as one of the United Kingdom's most…

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The Jurassic Coast is a picturesque coastline located in southern England, renowned for its rich geological heritage. Stretching across multiple counties including Dorset, Devon, and Hampshire, it stands as one of the United Kingdom's most…

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Mona Lisa, famously known as "La Gioconda," is an iconic masterpiece painted by the legendary artist Leonardo da Vinci during the Italian Renaissance. Completed around the early 16th century, this portrait has become one of the most celebrated and…

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Mona Lisa, famously known as "La Gioconda," is an iconic masterpiece painted by the legendary artist Leonardo da Vinci during the Italian Renaissance. Completed around the early 16th century, this portrait has become one of the most celebrated and…

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Mona Lisa, famously known as "La Gioconda," is an iconic masterpiece painted by the legendary artist Leonardo da Vinci during the Italian Renaissance. Completed around the early 16th century, this portrait has become one of the most celebrated and…

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Mona Lisa, also known as "La Gioconda," is a renowned oil painting created by the Italian Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci. Crafted in the early 16th century, it stands as one of da Vinci's masterpieces and one of the most famous and enigmatic…

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Mona Lisa, also known as "La Gioconda," is a renowned oil painting created by the Italian Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci. Crafted in the early 16th century, it stands as one of da Vinci's masterpieces and one of the most famous and enigmatic…

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Stirling Castle, perched atop a volcanic crag in the heart of Stirling, Scotland, stands as a testament to the nation's rich history and resilience. Once the royal residence of Scottish monarchs, its imposing presence has witnessed pivotal moments in…

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Stirling Castle, perched atop a volcanic crag in the heart of Stirling, Scotland, stands as a testament to the nation's rich history and resilience. Once the royal residence of Scottish monarchs, its imposing presence has witnessed pivotal moments in…

As one of the cultural heritages from China, the Zenghouyi Chime Bells are a set of sixty-five musical bells of different sizes and weights, hanging on a bell frame in a hierarchical arrangement. It has a history of 2,457 years and shows its…

Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, located in Qiandongnan Miao and Dong autonomous prefecture, Guizhou province, is the largest Miao ethnic village in China. The village has over a thousand special wooden houses, namely diaojiaolou, rising and falling with…

The Longmen Grottoes, listed as a World Cultural Heritage site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), are famous for their fantastic stone carvings. It is located in Luoyang, Henan province, China, with a…

The Forbidden City, nestled in Beijing, China, is an ancient imperial palace complex, housing Chinese emperors for nearly 500 years. Constructed from 1406 to 1420, its sprawling 180-acre area encompasses almost 1,000 buildings and over 8,700 rooms.…

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The Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont: Langhe-Roero and Monferrato, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in northern Italy's Piedmont region, showcases three distinct wine-growing areas: the Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato regions. Characterized by…

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The Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont: Langhe-Roero and Monferrato is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Piedmont region of northern Italy. Inscribed on the UNESCO list in 2014, this cultural landscape encompasses three distinct wine-growing…

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The Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont: Langhe-Roero and Monferrato is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Piedmont region of northern Italy. Inscribed on the UNESCO list in 2014, this cultural landscape encompasses three distinct wine-growing…

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The Sukur Cultural Landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Mandara Mountains of north-eastern Nigeria. This landscape encompasses the Sukur settlement, which is notable for its unique architecture, agricultural terraces, and cultural…

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The Sukur Cultural Landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Mandara Mountains of northeastern Nigeria. This landscape encompasses the Sukur settlement, which is notable for its unique architecture, agricultural terraces, and cultural…

Karnak Temple, located near Luxor in Egypt, is one of the largest religious complexes in the world. Built over a period of 2000 years, from the Middle Kingdom to the Ptolemaic period, it was dedicated to the god Amun, his wife Mut, and their son…

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Karnak Temple, located near Luxor in Egypt, is one of the largest religious complexes in the world. Built over a period of 2000 years, from the Middle Kingdom to the Ptolemaic period, it was dedicated to the god Amun, his wife Mut, and their son…

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The Abu Simbel Temples, dedicated to Pharaoh Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari, stand as colossal rock-cut structures in southern Egypt. Carved into the mountainside, they exemplify the grandeur of ancient Egyptian art and religious devotion. The…

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The Abu Simbel Temples, dedicated to Pharaoh Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari, stand as colossal rock-cut structures in southern Egypt. Carved into the mountainside, they exemplify the grandeur of ancient Egyptian art and religious devotion. The…

Edinburgh Castle is one of the oldest fortifications in Europe and an important symbol of Scotland and Edinburgh. Built between the 12th and 16th centuries, it witnessed Scotland's historical wars and later became a military base. It is now owned by…

Edinburgh Castle is one of the oldest fortifications in Europe and an important symbol of Scotland and Edinburgh. Built between the 12th and 16th centuries, it witnessed Scotland's historical wars and later became a military base. It is now owned by…

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a group of people walking around a pyramid The pyramids of Giza, just outside Cairo.

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The Great Pyramid of Giza is the largest Egyptian pyramid and served as the tomb of pharaoh Khufu, who ruled during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. Built in the early 26th century BC, over a period of about 27 years, The Pyramid is the oldest…

The Grand Canal, the world's longest ancient artificial waterway, links Beijing and Hangzhou, China, and has been crucial since the 5th century BC. It not only facilitated the evolution of Chinese society but also showcases ancient China's prowess in…

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The Grand Canal

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Kun Qu opera. Performance at the Peking University

The Classical Gardens of Suzhou exemplify ancient Chinese garden art, merging aesthetic design with cultural depth and architectural skill. These gardens embody Chinese philosophical, literary, and artistic traditions, demonstrating an integration of…

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The Classical Gardens of Suzhou exemplify ancient Chinese garden art, merging aesthetic design with cultural depth and architectural skill. These gardens embody Chinese philosophical, literary, and artistic traditions, demonstrating an integration of…

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Xiangzhou of Humble Administrators Garden Suzhou

The Nok Terracotta stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Nok people of Nigeria, dating back to 500 B.C.E. Crafted with clay, these sculptures represent a significant milestone in early pottery art within sub-Saharan Africa. These…

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The Nok terracotta sculptures, discovered in Nigeria, represent one of the earliest known examples of African figurative art dating back to around 500 BCE to 200 CE. Crafted primarily from terracotta clay, these remarkable sculptures depict human…

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Flamenco is a passionate and expressive art form originating from the Andalusian region of Spain. It encompasses various elements, including singing (cante), guitar playing (toque), dance (baile), handclaps (palmas), and finger snapping (pitos). With…

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The Great Wall of China stands as an extraordinary feat of ancient engineering and a symbol of China's rich history and culture. Stretching over 13,000 miles across various landscapes, it was built to protect Chinese states and empires from invasions…

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The Great Wall of China stands as an extraordinary feat of ancient engineering and a symbol of China's rich history and culture. Stretching over 13,000 miles across various landscapes, it was built to protect Chinese states and empires from invasions…

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The Mona Lisa, arguably the most famous painting in the world, resides in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. Painted by Leonardo da Vinci, this enigmatic portrait of Lisa Gherardini captivates viewers with her subtle smile and mysterious gaze. The…

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Machu Picchu is a renowned archaeological site of the pre-Columbian Inca Empire, built in the 15th century in Peru. It is also one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and was inscribed as a mixed cultural and natural heritage site in the UNESCO…

The Gwacheon National Science Museum in South Korea is a heritage institution committed to scientific education, exploration, and discovery. Opened in 2008, it stands as a testament to the country`s dedication to scientific exploration and…

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The Rwanda Ethnographic Museum, located in Huye, Rwanda, is a treasure trove of the country's rich history. Walk through its seven galleries and discover Rwanda's story, from its unique landscapes to the lives of its people. See displays of…

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Unearthed from Jordan's rose-red sandstone cliffs, Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, whispers the tales of a lost civilization. This ancient Nabataean city, flourishing over 2,000 years ago, boasts unique architecture carved directly into the rock…

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The Younger Memnon is a statue of the upper body and head of Ramses II that originally adorned the entrance of the Ramesseum, Ramses Ii's mortuary temple. Originally this statue was part of a pair, but the other statue has been lost. This artefact…

This bronze statue of a sleeping Eros, the Roman god of love, is at the pinnacle of Hellenistic sculpture work. The Hellenistic period ushered in the "accurate characterisation of age," which this sculpture exemplifies through the depiction of Eros…

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Photograph of a bronze statue of Eros sleeping

In Rwanda, four stark memorials serve as chilling reminders of the 1994 genocide against Tutsi. These sites are: Nyamata, Murambi, Gisozi, and Bisesero. In 2023, these sites were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Nyamata and Murambi…

The Mona Lisa, painted by Leonardo da Vinci in the early 1500s, is considered the most famous painting in the world. The painting depicts a young woman with an intriguing smile and is currently housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris. Millions of people…

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Features the mystical National Park in Sichuan Province located near Tibet in central China. Features clear blue lakes on top of waterfalls, Tibetan villages, tall mountains, trees, rivers, canyons, ancient town.

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Fairytale setting, numerous lakes, waterfalls, limestone terraces, and clear mineral-rich waters are nestled in the spectacular alpine mountains.

Maritime Greenwich is located along the bank of the River Thames in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, London, United Kingdom. It has been a World Heritage Site since 1997. The site contains a rich royal history, with various heritage buildings in Royal…

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Noh (能, Nō), a traditional Japanese art form originating in the 14th century, uniquely combines music, dance, and drama. Recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, noh, together with its comedic counterpart kyogen, forms nogaku…

Located beneath the Mingsha Mountains in Dunhuang, Gansu Province, China, the Mogao Caves are a testament to ancient Chinese Buddhist art and are home to spectacular murals and sculptures. However, these millennia-old cultural treasures are…

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Located beneath the Mingsha Mountains in Dunhuang, Gansu Province, China, the Mogao Caves are a testament to ancient Chinese Buddhist art and are home to spectacular murals and sculptures. However, these millennia-old cultural treasures are…

The Alonissos underwater museum is a spectacular underwater site, accessible via scuba diving, where divers can experience the shipwreck of Peristera. The wreck is dated over 2000 years old, and while after its discovery it was only open to…

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A picture of walkable portion of the Acheron river.

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Acheron River holds significant cultural value in Greece. Starting from the top of Tomaros Mountains in Ioannina and ending in the Ionian Sea, in Homer's Odyssey, it was the river used to travel to the underworld. Due to this nature of the river, the…

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The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.

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The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.

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The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.

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The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.

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The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.

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The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.

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The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.

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The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.

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The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.

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Ruins of Saint Paul's (Ruínas de São Paulo) , Macau

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The historic center of Macau perfectly showcases the fruits of centuries of integration and coexistence between Chinese and Western cultures. From the mid-16th century until 1999, Macau remained under Portuguese rule, leaving behind a rich legacy of…

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Photo of Korean Air Cargo Boeing airplane turning with Checkboard hill in the background in 1995

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The restored former yamen building of Kowloon Walled City in Kowloon Walled City Park, Hong Kong.

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Image depicting the preparation technique of Hong Kong-style milk tea using the sackcloth bag.

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A cup of milk tea in cha chaan teng of Hong Kong

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The Bayeux Tapestry is an iconic historical artifact that vividly narrates the events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. Despite its name, the tapestry was likely created in England shortly after the conquest, possibly in…

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Located in Barcelona, Casa Batlló showcases Gaudí’s unique curves and modernist style. The building incorporates augmented reality (AR) technology for guided tours, enhancing interactivity and engagement with the architecture through provided…

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The Morin Khuur, Mongolia's traditional bowstring instrument, holds deep cultural significance, symbolizing the nation and recognized as vital intangible heritage by UNESCO. Its name originates from the horse's head shaped engraving at the head of…

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The Morin Khuur, Mongolia's traditional bowstring instrument, holds deep cultural significance, symbolizing the nation and recognized as vital intangible heritage by UNESCO. Its name originates from the horse's head shaped engraving at the head of…

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The Morin Khuur, Mongolia's traditional bowstring instrument, holds deep cultural significance, symbolizing the nation and recognized as vital intangible heritage by UNESCO. Its name originates from the horse's head shaped engraving at the head of…

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The Morin Khuur, Mongolia's traditional bowstring instrument, holds deep cultural significance, symbolizing the nation and recognized as vital intangible heritage by UNESCO. Its name originates from the horse's head shaped engraving at the head of…

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Casa Batlló is a building in the center of Barcelona, Spain. It was designed by Antoni Gaudí, and is considered one of his masterpieces. A remodel of a previously built house, it was redesigned in 1904 by Gaudí and has been refurbished several times…

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The Morin Khuur, Mongolia's traditional bowstring instrument, holds deep cultural significance, symbolizing the nation and recognized as vital intangible heritage by UNESCO. Its name originates from the horse's head shaped engraving at the head of…

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Hong Kong Kai Tak Airport in 1971

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Casa Batlló is a building in the center of Barcelona, Spain. It was designed by Antoni Gaudí, and is considered one of his masterpieces. A remodel of a previously built house, it was redesigned in 1904 by Gaudí and has been refurbished several times…

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The Morin Khuur, Mongolia's traditional bowstring instrument, holds deep cultural significance,symbolizing the nation and recognized as vital intangible heritage by UNESCO. Its name originates from the horse's head shaped engraving at the head of the…

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An aerial photo of the Kowloon Walled City taken in 1989. The new park which was laid out at the site of the former Sai Tau Tsuen squatter settlement is visible at the south edge of the city.
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