seven lakes basin, Olympic national park
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Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd
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Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd is a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site located in North Wales in the county of Gwynedd. The heritage site is made up of numerous sites and they are Caernarfon Castle, Harlech Castle, Conwy Castle, Beaumaris Castle, Caernarfon town walls and Conwy town walls. The castles and town walls were builts as fortifications by the King at that time Edward I after invading North Wales in 1282. The castles and town walls were still used fortifications up until the 17th century. Where in the 18th and 19th century the castles became ruinous and unusable. But in the 20th and 21st century a lot of focus was put on restoring the castle and walls to its former glory. Castles and Town Walls of King Edward became a world heritage site in 1986.
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The Wadden Sea is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an intertidal zone. The Wadden Sea is located in the North Sea and it stretches from the Netherlands past Germany and ends in Northern Denmark. The total coastline is 500km or 310 miles and has an area size of 10,000km2 . The Wadden Sea became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009 but only the area that covers the Netherlands and Germany, the Denmark section was added in 2014. The Wadden Sea is well known for its shallow water depth with a range of tidal flats and wetlands. The Sea is also an important area for migrating birds as well as breeding birds.
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 erotic sculptures.Most Khajuraho temples were built between 885 AD and 1050 AD by the Chandela dynasty.[Historical records note that the Khajuraho temple site had 85 temples by the 12th century, spread over 20 square kilometers. Of these, only about 25 temples have survived, spread over six square kilometers.[2] Of the surviving temples, the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is decorated with a profusion of sculptures with intricate details, symbolism and expressiveness of ancient Indian art.When these monuments were built, the boys in the place lived in hermitages, by being brahmcharis (bachelor) until they attained manhood and these sculptures helped them to learn about the worldly role of 'householder'.The Khajuraho group of temples were built together but were dedicated to two religions, Hinduism and Jainism, suggesting a tradition of acceptance and respect for diverse religious views among Hindus and Jains in the region
This mausoleum was constructed over 38 years, from 246 to 208 BC, and is situated underneath a 76-meter-tall tomb mound shaped like a truncated pyramid.From Wikipedia
The Charminar was built at the intersection of the historical trade route connecting the markets of Golkonda with the port city of Machhilipatnam. The city of Hyderabad was designed with the Charminar at its center, spread around in four quadrants along the four cardinal directions. Mir Momin Astarabadi of the Qutb Shahi dynasty played an important role and ordered extensive preparations for the design and layout along with that of the new capital city. Architects from Persia were invited to provide additional designs and suggestions. Inspired by the shapes of Shiya Tazias built to commemorate the tragic death of Prophet Muhammed’s grandson, Hussain at the battle of Karbala, the structure of the Charminar is perfectly square, with each side measuring 20m. The four grand arches open into four different streets and stand 11m wide. The square structure accommodates four minarets in each corner. The minarets are 56 meters high, house two balconies, and are topped with small delicate domes and intricate carvings on the outside walls. Unlike other prominent Islamic monuments, the minarets are built into the main structure. Inside the minarets there is a spiral staircase with 149 steps and 12 landings. The structure is a fine example of Indo-Islamic architecture with ample Persian influences. While arches and the domes show the influence of Islamic architecture, the minarets reflect Persian influence. The delicate stucco floral ornamentations on the ceiling, the balconies and the outside walls speak of Hindu influences.
Located in the Lintong District of Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, the Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang is the tomb of the first emperor in Chinese history, the largest and richest of the ancient tombs of Chinese emperors, and a great testimony to the culture of the Qin Dynasty. The discovery of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Pit in 1974 brought the important cultural heritage of Qin Shi Huang's tomb to the world. The site is supported by the mausoleum and is surrounded by more than 300 burial pits of various kinds, forming a rich and complete system of imperial tombs and providing a solid foundation for future generations to study imperial tombs. From the distribution of cultural relics, the concept of Qin Shi Huang's tombs can be divided into three spatial levels: the mausoleum area, the mausoleum garden and the tombs, and the culture of the Qin Dynasty can be understood through the study of terracotta warriors, which is a treasure of human culture.
Mount Kilimanjaro National Park covers an area of 1668 sq km and is located in northern Tanzania close to the town of Moshi, 200 miles South of the Equator. the Park has been a game reserve since 1921 and was designated a National Park in 1973. The park was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987. the rainforest is home to many species of animals and birds including, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo. Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa, and the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, reaching a height of 5895 meters (19,336 feet). It is a dormant volcano, with the diameter at its base being 40 miles. There are two main snow capped peaks, Kibo and Mawenzi. The vegetation around and up the mountain is very diverse and varied. Montane forest occurs between 1700 m and 2800m. From about 2800m to 4000m it is a Semi-Desert where giant groundsels (Senecio Kilimanjari) that seem to guard the heights, are abundant. above 4000m the landscape is alpine desert which supports little life other than mosses and lichen. From here to the summit the land gradually changes into barren, bare rock and loose scree slopes. The summit, Uhuru Peak (5895m), is on the volcanic crater rim, with glaciers on the surrounding slopes and in the crater are several ice fields.
Sé Catedral de Santa Catarina, known as Se Cathedral, is the cathedral of the Latin Rite Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Goa and Daman and the seat of the Patriarch of the East Indies. It is part of the World Heritage Site, Churches and convents of Goa located in Old Goa, India. The Se Cathedral was built to commemorate the victory of the Portuguese under Afonso de Albuquerque over a Muslim army, leading to the capture of the city of Goa in 1510. Since the day of the victory happened to be on the feast of Saint Catherine, the cathedral was dedicated to her. It was commissioned by Governor George Cabral to be enlarged in 1552 on the remains of an earlier structure. Construction of the church began in 1562 in the reign of King Dom Sebastião The cathedral was completed in 1619 and was consecrated. in 1640. It had two towers, but one collapsed in 1776 and was never rebuilt. In 1953, the Cathedral was presented with "The Golden Rose" by Venerable Pope Pius XII.
Huangmei opera performance in Shanghai, featuring two female performers From Wikipedia
Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor--picture
Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties
The Forbidden City in Beijing is a royal palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties of China, formerly known as the Forbidden City, located in the center of the central axis of Beijing. The Forbidden City is about 960 meters long from north to south and 750 meters wide from east to west, covering an area of more than 720,000 square meters, with more than 8,000 existing houses. It is surrounded by a 10-meter-high wall and a 52-meter-wide moat outside the wall.
Mogao Grottoes, hailed as the most valuable cultural discovery of the 20th century, is located in Dunhuang at the western end of the Hexi Corridor and is famous for its exquisite murals and statues. In December 1987, Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, Gansu province, a treasure house of Buddhist art, was inscribed on the World Heritage List.
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 the early Tang Dynasty two years (686), the initial name lotus Taoist, kaiyuan twenty-sixth year (738) renamed Kaiyuan Temple. The main existing temples, built in Ming and Qing dynasties, are 260 meters long from north to south and 300 meters wide from east to west, covering an area of 78,000 square meters. In 1982, Kaiyuan Temple was listed as the second batch of national key cultural relics protection units.
Sir John Soane’s Museum was the home, museum and library of 19th-centurt architect Sir John Soane(1753-1837). Designed by Soane himself, it is filled with his exceptional collection of works of art,sculptures, furniture and artefacts. The interiors and collections are still displayed as they were at the time of his death - over 180 years ago.
The Golden treasure named after the town of Panagyurishte in Bulgaria is a relic that is reminiscent of Thracian workmanship in the Balkans. An Amphora, a phiale and seven rhytons are among the core artefacts that make up the 24-carat gold collection. Weighing over 13 pounds the treasure is arguably one of the most valuable historic treasures found in Bulgaria. The store that precedes the treasure involves three brothers that were working in a clay pit where the 9 pieces were first discovered. The treasure was turned over to local authorities and it was kept in the Bulgarian National Bank where three identical copies were made that would travel across international museums and join exhibits. The first copy resides in the Archaeology Museum in the city of Plovdiv and it tends to travel quite a bit across Bulgaria’s largest cities. The Thracian civilization inhabited the south of the Balkan Mountains alongside the banks of the Maritza river during the 5th century BC. One of the capital cities once resided there and the treasure was buried in what is known as the Valley of the Thracian Kings during the 300 BC. It’s main usage during the time was to serve ceremonial wine and for sanctifying during rituals. The bulk of the treasures depict the ancient goddesses Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite alongside some Amazon warriors. One of them also depicts the Judgement of Paris and Hercules performing feats of strength.
Inverness Castle as viewed from the west across the River Ness.
The Odesa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre
The Historic Centre of Odesa is an area within the city of Odesa that is currently endangered and that is characterised for its eclectic architecture, rapid growth and high cultural value. The most remarkable building in the centre of Odesa is the Odesa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre. It opened its doors on 10 February 1810 and currently has a slightly different architectural design than how it was originally built. The theatre has held the performances of notable singers and sopranos. Furthermore, the Derybasivska Street is one of the most picturesque and popular avenues in this area. Plenty of cafes and restaurants are located here and therefore it attracts many people and tourists during the summer.
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Fisherfolks rope from Helmsdale, Timespan Museum
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 Taj Mahal in Agra, India is a stunning monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was built in the 17th century by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz his Mahal. The Taj Mahal is famous for its stunning exterior with symmetrical designs, intricate carvings, and sparkling gemstone inlays. Located on the banks of the Yamuna River, the white marble mausoleum has his four smaller domes surrounding a central dome and his four minarets 40 meters high. Muslims pay tribute to the emperor and his wife by visiting the Taj Mahal and tourists from all over the world come to marvel at its beauty and know about its cultural and historical significance.
Seokguram Grotto is an ancient monument situated in Gyeongju, South Korea and recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Its origins date back to the 8th century and it holds a remarkable Buddha statue. This heritage site is significant not only for its artistic and architectural value but also as an essential pilgrimage destination for Buddhists. It is a remarkable testimony to the culture of early Korea, representing the apex of Silla Buddhist art and architecture.
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 covers an area of more than 850 square kilometres. It is home to a diverse range of flora and animals, including some endangered species, as well as numerous glaciers and alpine meadows. The park is also culturally significant to the locals, who believe that the Khangchendzonga mountain is the home of their guardian deity. Many religious rituals and ceremonies are held at the park in reverence of this deity, and the park is regarded as sacred by the local communities. Climate change is disrupting the lives of local people due to natural calamities like floods.
Nearly 14% of Iceland's land area, or over 1,400,000 ha, is occupied by this iconic volcanic region. The property is made up of a whole system where the cryosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and lithosphere are constantly interacting with the magma and lithosphere to produce incredibly dynamic and varied geological processes and landforms. Single-celled creatures thrive in the hostile environment of subglacial lakes, which may mimic circumstances on early Earth and the icy satellites of Jupiter and Saturn, and indigenous groundwater fauna that has survived the ice age can be found in the volcanic zones of the property. By the end of the 18th century, the Vatnajökull ice cap was at its maximum size, and ever since, it has generally been retreating. Due to the recent acceleration of its retreat as a consequence of global warming, the property is an ideal location to study how glaciers and the landforms they leave behind are affected by climate change.
Situated at a strategic point along the Silk Route, at the crossroads of trade as well as religious, cultural and intellectual influences, the 492 cells and cave sanctuaries in Mogao are famous for their statues and wall paintings, spanning 1,000 years of Buddhist art. The Mogao Caves hold significant historical significance because they provide knowledge into numerous facets of mediaeval history about politics, economics, and social mores. The Mogao Caves are in a desert region susceptible to climate change. As a result of climate change, Mogao Caves have been impacted by reduced vegetation and increased soil erosion, and other effects leading to increased risks of weathering and erosion, which threaten the preservation of murals and stone carvings.
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 examples of Kakatiya architecture. The temple is decorated with beautiful carvings and sculptures, a proof to the expert craftsmanship of the Kakatiya period. The temple has a tall tower, known as a shikhara, with intricate carvings of gods, goddesses, and mythical creatures on a high platform. The walls of the temple are also decorated with sculptures depicting scenes from Hindu mythology. The temple's main entrance features finely carved pillars that emit different types of music when touched, giving it the nickname "Temple of Music"[4]. Every year, many tourists from all over the world visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Seokguram Grotto is a hermitage and part of the Bulguksa temple complex. It lies four kilometers east of the temple on Mt. Tohamsan, in Gyeongju, South Korea. It is classified as National Treasure No. 24 by the South Korean government and is located at 994, Jinhyeon-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsanbuk-do. The grotto overlooks the Sea of Japan and rests 750 meters above sea level. In 1962, it was designated the 24th national treasure of Korea. In 1995, Seokguram was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List together with the Bulguksa Temple. It exemplifies some of the best Buddhist sculptures in the world. The Seokguram grotto is said to have been built by Kim Daeseong and originally called Seokbulsa. Construction began in 742 when Kim Daeseong resigned his position in the king's court or in 751. The grotto was completed by the Silla court in 774, shortly after Kim's death. An old legend stated that Kim was reincarnated for his filial acts in his previous life. The grotto is currently one of the best known cultural destinations in South Korea. A viewing of the sunrise over the sea, which is visible from near the seated Buddha's perch, is especially popular.
Known for its distinctive ecological and cultural features, Sagarmatha National Park in Nepal's eastern Himalayas is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and can be considered as a tangible, immovable natural heritage site. The park, which is 1,148 square kilometres in size, is home to Mount Everest and some of the highest mountains in the world, as well as a wide variety of plants and animals. The park serves as a crucial home for endangered animals including the snow leopard, musk deer, and Himalayan black bear. The Sherpa people, who have long since inhabited the area still follow their traditional way of life and religion. The Park is a well-liked tourist attraction because of its value both ecologically and culturally. The park provides hiking and mountaineering options as well as cultural experiences like touring Sherpa communities and monasteries which promote Buddhism. Climate change is impacting the melting of glaciers in this region. If the current global temperatures tend to increase, half of the world's glaciers will be vanished.
Doocots are structures intended to house pigeons and doves for later consumption. The structures have openings and provisions for roosting and breeding. Beyond a primary food source, pigeons and doves were an important source of eggs, feathers (pillows, bedding), and dung (fertilizer, softening leather, manufacturing gunpowder). Although doocots are physical structures, they are reminders of intangible aspects of Scottish history and heritage, because they were a part of everyday life. Doocots adapted beyond being a storage house into social status symbols in medieval Europe and are sources of some Scottish mythology (intangible). Into the 20th century, they were built as decorative additions to farm buildings and gardens. Climate change worsens the weather exposure threatening Scottish doocots. In some cases, doocots have been restored; however, their specific structure makes it difficult to adapt, reuse and convert to modern uses. A current attempt at digital preservation of this site is done by the St. Andrews Preservation Trust, where they offer virtual tours. There is also an extensive photo gallery online of volunteers photographing, locating and identifying doocots.
Sundarbans National Park is a natural park, recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It is in the three river deltas of the Bay of Bengal: the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers. It is a world’s largest mangrove forest spanning at over 10,000 square kilometres, more than half of it is in India and the rest in Bangladesh. The Sundarbans is home to a wide variety of animals, which are all endangered species, these include many types of birds, Bengal tigers, saltwater crocodiles, and Indian pythons. In addition to serving as a natural barrier to prevent floods, it is a rich source of natural resources and wood [1]. This is a perfect destination for nature lovers
The hanbok, also called Chosŏn-ot is traditional Korean clothing. It is worn not only by South and North Korea, but also by the joseon-jok, a minority group in China. The term hanbok literally means “Korean clothing.” Hanbok is also depicted in detail on murals from the Goguryeo period in Korea. Due to the isolation from each other for about 50 years, the styles of hanbok in South Korea, North Korea, and joseonjok, worn by the Korean ethnics from these three countries have developed separately from each other. Since the 1990s, the South Korean-style and the North Korean-style have been looking more and more similar to each other. Similarly, since the Chinese economic reform of China, there have been more exchanges with both Koreas leading to both the development and changes in joseonjok-style Chosŏn-ot in China;some of designs of the joseonjok-style Chosŏn-ot have been influenced and inspired by both South-Korean and North Korean hanbok designs.
This is the current South Front. The entrance was originally through the Fore Tower on the right.
The Shipwreck Museum is an independent charitable Museum of the Nautical Museums Trust Charity No. 284687 – set in the historic Old Town of Hastings, UK. The Museum has artefacts from many ships wrecked in the English Channel from the Goodwin Sands in Kent to Pevensey Bay in East Sussex including the Amsterdam a Dutch East Indiaman of 1749 and the Anne of 1690 also the Charles II warship.
Iceland's Pingvellir National Park is a location with enormous historical and cultural value. The Alpingi, the world’s oldest parliamentary assembly in existence, was founded in the park in the year 930 AD. For centuries, the Alpingi served as a location for Icelanders to assemble, discuss and make choices regarding the country's future. Pingvellir is situated in the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, a marvel of nature that divides the tectonic plates of North America and Europe. This area has many beautiful natural features including deep fissures, clear streams, and spectacular waterfalls. The heritage site is highly valuable due to its distinctive geological characteristics as well as its cultural and historical significance and can be considered as Immovable, Tangible Natural Heritage site. It has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site and it should be preserved for future generations.
Vietnamese Robusta Coffee - Central Highlands
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Christ the Redeemer is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, created by French sculptor Paul Landowski and built by Brazilian.
In the 1850s, French missionaries imported coffee plants into Indochina. The early coffee industry in Vietnam was disrupted by series of wars until 1975, after the Vietnam War. Now, Vietnam is the second largest coffee producer in the world. Vietnamese coffee exemplifies how a culture’s cuisine, language and economy can be affected by colonization and immigration. Beyond the intangible effects, coffee plantations (tangible, immovable) and their harvests (tangible, movable) have altered the country’s natural heritage. The risk of unexploded ordnance from the Vietnam War (armed conflict heritage) further affects farmer’s search for more land to grow coffee. After the Vietnam War, the Vietnamese Communist Party’s failed agriculture collectivization efforts prompted them to turn towards coffee production. This specific location is the Central Highlands, where Vietnamese coffee plantations grow most of their Robusta coffee beans. Vietnam is “one of the world’s most vulnerable countries to climate change” because of its low altitude, proximity to the Mekong Delta, and South China Sea coastline. Unpredictable precipitation patterns, rising sea levels and temperatures greatly affect Vietnamese coffee bean production. Digitally, Vietnamese coffee culture has been preserved primarily through social media platforms who have made the iced Vietnamese coffee drink an international phenomenon.
The Museum owns parts of the oldest seagoing sailing ship ever found in northern Europe. This is also the earliest example of a Romano-Celtic shipbuilding tradition that extended from the Danube in the east to France and Britain in the west. Vessels of this type were suited to the tidal coasts of northern Europe, for they had flat bottoms so that cargoes could by loaded and unloaded on a beach at low tide.
From January 31, 1917 to February 1, 1918, a disaster joint operation codenamed Operation E.C.1 and ironically dubbed Battle of May Island, led to the sinking of two submarine vessels. When their exact locations were found in 2011, the wrecks were designated as protected places under the Protection of Military Remains Act 1986. This underwater heritage site is a tangible, immovable heritage that is a reminder of how historical context affected people’s perception of submarines and how the Battle of May Island affected future submarine warfare tactics and informed submarine technology development (armed conflict heritage). Underwater heritage sites are innately susceptible to biological degradation; however, climate change can hasten their destruction by contributing to bacterial spread through changes in conservation patterns, currents and introduction of new biological species. Digital preservation has primarily been through digital charting and imaging done by EMU Limited and Headland Archaeology, commissioned by Mainstream Renewable Power to produce an archaeological technical report in context of the desired offshore wind farm.