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This area is made up of 244 islands located in the Gulf of California. Many of the islands in this site are the result of volcanic eruptions. The islands themselves are of varied sizes and display outstanding natural beauty, particularly because of…

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Here's a picture of Castel del Monte taken under a clear sky:

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A photo of Itsukushima Shrine taken at high-tide at night.

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Japan, Shimane Prefecture. The historic Ryugenji Mabu mine. The area began to be developed in 1526, and as a result the mines have been in operation for almost 400 years. At the best of times, about 38 tons of silver were produced there annually,…

Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine and its Cultural Landscape, located in the Shimane Prefecture of Japan, is an exceptional example of a historic mining site that flourished from the 16th to the 20th centuries. The site includes the extensive underground…

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School of computer science in University of St Andrews main building.

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The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, a group of snow-capped mountains in Lijiang, about 15 km north of Lijiang, is 75 km long and is the nearest mountain range to the equator in the northern hemisphere that accumulates snow all year round. The Jade Dragon…

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The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, a group of snow-capped mountains in Lijiang, about 15 km north of Lijiang, is 75 km long and is the nearest mountain range to the equator in the northern hemisphere that accumulates snow all year round. The Jade Dragon…

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The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, a group of snow-capped mountains in Lijiang, about 15 km north of Lijiang, is 75 km long and is the nearest mountain range to the equator in the northern hemisphere that accumulates snow all year round. The Jade Dragon…

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It is a Grade 5A National Scenic Spot officially approved by the National Tourism Administration which include the Jade Dragon mountain, old town of Lijiang, Tiger Leaping Gorge and Lugu Lake.

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Masjid-i-Jehan-Numa commonly known as the Jama Masjid of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India. It was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan between 1650 and 1656, and inaugurated by its first Imam, Syed Abdul Ghafoor Shah Bukhari. Situated…

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The Jatiluwih rice terraces comprise over 600 hectares of rice fields following the flowing hillside topography of the Batukaru mountain range. These are well-maintained by traditional water management cooperatives dating back to the 9th…

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Encompassing the largest protected region within the Amazon Basin, this area serves as a sanctuary for an exceptional array of endemic flora and fauna. Boasting unparalleled levels of biodiversity, this unique location contributes significantly to…

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Jazz music originated among African American communities in New Orleans, Louisiana, beginning in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The genre blends African rhythms, ragtime, blues and various other musical traditions. Known for its…

Jazz music originated among African American communities in New Orleans, Louisiana, beginning in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The genre blends African rhythms, ragtime, blues and various other musical traditions. Known for its…

Jazz music originated among African American communities in New Orleans, Louisiana, beginning in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The genre blends African rhythms, ragtime, blues and various other musical traditions. Known for its…

Jazz music originated among African American communities in New Orleans, Louisiana, beginning in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The genre blends African rhythms, ragtime, blues and various other musical traditions. Known for its…

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These are a combination of videos and pictures for one of the 2 major Durbar festivals that happen in Jigawa State in Nigeria yearly. The emir comes out of his palace in nice attire with horses as a celebration.

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The Dutse Durbar Festival is an intangible cultural event that takes place twice a year in Jigsaw state. The festival usually coincides immediately after the muslim holiday of Eid and run for multiple days(averagely 3-5). It is a form of procession…

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The Jinding, elevation 3,077 metres (10,095 ft), is the main peak of Mount Emei, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sichuan, China. It is also a common name for the Buddhist Huazang Temple built on the summit. Jinding is the highest Buddhist temple in…

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The Jinsha site was accidentally discovered in 2001 during real estate construction. Ivory, jade artifacts, bronze objects, gold objects and carved stone objects were found at the site. Jinsha did not have a city wall. Jinsha culture (1200–650 BC)…

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Exterior view of the Mogao Caves

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Exterior view of the Mogao Caves

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Exterior view of the Mogao Caves

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Exterior view of the Mogao Caves

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Exterior view of the Mogao Caves

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Exterior view of the Mogao Caves

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Exterior view of the Mogao Caves

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Exterior view of the Mogao Caves

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The Flesh-Body Hall (Roushen Baodian) of Jiuhua Mountain, also known as the Dizang Hall, enshrines the mummified body of the Tang Dynasty monk Kim Qiaojue, revered as the incarnation of Kṣitigarbha Bodhisattva. After practicing for 75 years at…

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Jiuzhai Valley (Jiuzhaigou) in southwestern China. A long valley running north to south, Jiuzhaigou was inscribed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1992 and a World Biosphere Reserve in 1997. It belongs to the category V (Protected Landscape) in…

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The rare and beautiful geological calcified lakes and well-protected ecosystem of Jiuzhai Valley make it have extremely high natural landscape value and scientific research value.

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Jiuzhai Valley is located in Zhangzha Town, Jiuzhai Valley County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, in the southern section of the Minshan Mountains in the northwest of Sichuan Province. It is a world natural heritage, a national nature…

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Jiuzhai Valley is located in Zhangzha Town, Jiuzhai Valley County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, in the southern section of the Minshan Mountains in the northwest of Sichuan Province. It is a world natural heritage, a national nature…

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The rare and beautiful geological calcified lakes and well-protected ecosystem of Jiuzhai Valley make it have extremely high natural landscape value and scientific research value.

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The rare and beautiful geological calcified lakes and well-protected ecosystem of Jiuzhai Valley make it have extremely high natural landscape value and scientific research value.

Jiuzhai Valley National Park is a nature reserve located in the north of Sichuan Province in southwestern China. A long valley running north to south, Jiuzhaigou was inscribed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1992 and a World Biosphere Reserve…

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Jiuzhaigou Valley, located in Sichuan Province, China, is a stunning natural reserve renowned for its multi-colored lakes, cascading waterfalls, snow-capped peaks, and rich Tibetan culture. Designated as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site in 1992,…

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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.

Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area in northern Sichuan Province, China, is a natural heritage site with stunning natural scenery. The area boasts ancient forests, cascading waterfalls, and calcified lakes formed from calcium carbonate in the water. The landscape…

Jiuzhaigou Valley, located in Sichuan Province, China, is a stunning natural reserve renowned for its multi-colored lakes, cascading waterfalls, snow-capped peaks, and rich Tibetan culture. Designated as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site in 1992,…

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Jiuzhaigou is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone terraces.…

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Jiuzhaigou is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone terraces.…

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Jiuzhaigou is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone terraces.…

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Jiuzhaigou is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone terraces.…

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Jiuzhaigou is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone terraces.…

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Jiuzhaigou is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone terraces.…

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The Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, located in Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province, China, is a World Biosphere Reserve known for its exceptional natural beauty and rich ecosystem. It is home…

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Five color pond in Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area.

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This video, which introduces the rich natural landscapes and diverse ecosystems of the Jiuzhaigou Valley, has been specially edited and adapted by UNESCO for the NHK World Heritage 100 Series.

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Jiuzhaigou Valley is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone…

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Jiuzhaigou Valley is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone…

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Jiuzhaigou Valley is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone…

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Jiuzhaigou Valley is located within Sichuan Province, China, and has gained a widespread reputation for its unparalleled natural scenery. Here, there are colorful lakes, multi-layered waterfalls with a well-arranged layout, and unique limestone…

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

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'Jodha Bai Mahal' also known as 'Jodh Bai Mahal' is the largest palace in Fatehpur Sikri commissioned by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1569 for his favourite queen consort, Mariam-uz-Zamani, commonly known as 'Jodha bai'. This Mahal is the largest complex…

'Jodha Bai Mahal' also known as 'Jodh Bai Mahal' is the largest palace in Fatehpur Sikri commissioned by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1569 for his favourite queen consort, Mariam-uz-Zamani, commonly known as 'Jodha bai'. This Mahal is the largest complex…

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The home of the Open Virtual Worlds group at St Andrews University.

The novel is an extended account of the legendary pilgrimage of the Tang dynasty Buddhist monk Xuanzang, who traveled to the "Western Regions" (Central Asia and India) to obtain Buddhist sūtras (sacred texts) and returned after many trials and much…

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The novel is an extended account of the legendary pilgrimage of the Tang dynasty Buddhist monk Xuanzang, who traveled to the "Western Regions" (Central Asia and India) to obtain Buddhist sūtras (sacred texts) and returned after many trials and much…

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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…

Kai Tak Airport was Hong Kong's international airport from 1925 to 1998. It was surrounded by apartment complexes, mountains, and water such that only the most experienced pilots were allowed to land there (Villamizar, 2023). Upon approach, the pilot…

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Kai Tak Airport was Hong Kong's international airport from 1925 to 1998. It was surrounded by apartment complexes, mountains, and water such that only the most experienced pilots were allowed to land there (Villamizar, 2023). Upon approach, the pilot…

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Scenery of Kaiyuan Temple

Kaiyuan Temple is located in west Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province in China. It is an important cultural relic and historic site in southeast China and the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province. The temple was founded in…

Kaiyuan Temple is located in west Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province in China. It is an important cultural relic and historic site in southeast China and the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province. The temple was founded in…

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The Kakatiya Rudreshwara Temple is a remarkable site in Telangana, India, also known as the Ramappa temple. It was constructed between 1123 and 1323 under the Kakatiya dynasty. This temple is a tribute to the Hindu deity Shiva and is one of the best…

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Kakum National Park

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Images from Kakum National Park, Cape Coast, Ghana

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Kakum National Park The Kakum National Park is in the central region of Ghana near Cape Coast. It covers an area of about 145 square miles (approx. 375 sq km). The park is named after a river called Kakum, which begins inside the park. Kakum…

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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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are a group of Hindu and Jain temples in Chhatarpur district Madhya Pradesh, India, about 175 kilometres southeast of Jhansi. They are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temples are famous for their nagara-style architectural symbolism and a few…

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Khangchendzonga National Park, in the Indian state of Sikkim, is a rare and rich mixed cultural and natural heritage site which is tangible and immovable. The park is named after the Khangchendzonga peak, the world's third highest peak, and…

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Kharkiv is a land of golden dome-topped churches, is the second largest city in Ukraine. It was founded in 1654 as a fortress. It grew as the major trade center in the Russian Empire.

Kharkiv is a land of golden dome-topped churches, is the second largest city in Ukraine. It was founded in 1654 as a fortress. It grew as the major trade center in the Russian Empire.

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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Kildalton Old Church, or Chapel, dates from around 1425, but the church building may be older still, possibly late 12th or early 13th century. Kildalton Church is situated in the southeast corner of Islay. The earliest documented record of a church…

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During the Iron Age the Strath of Kildonan in Sutherland was home to many small farming communities. The relatively mild climate of this period enabled the cultivation of barley, wheat, and oats, and the keeping of horses, sheep, and cattle. Although…

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Medieval parish churches were hubs of activity within their communities. All adults were supposed to attend mass each Sunday and on feast days (although, of course, not everyone did!), and the major events of most people’s lives, from christening to…

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