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Old Summer Palace
description: The Old Summer Palace, also known as the Yuanmingyuan, was a complex of palaces and gardens located in Beijing, China. Built during the Qing Dynasty, it served as the primary imperial residence for emperors during the summer months. The palace complex was renowned for its exquisite architecture, expansive gardens, and extensive collection of artworks and treasures. Tragically, the Old Summer Palace was ransacked and destroyed by British and French forces during the Second Opium War in 1860, resulting in significant loss of cultural heritage. Despite its ruinous state, the site remains a poignant symbol of China's history and the enduring legacy of its imperial past.
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contributor: Shiwen
type: Site

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date: 2012:07:19 00:29:32
contributor: Shiwen
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type: Still Image

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contributor: Shiwen
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contributor: Shiwen
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Tiananmen
description: Tiananmen, located in the heart of Beijing, China, is a historic landmark with profound cultural and political significance. The name "Tiananmen" translates to "Gate of Heavenly Peace." The focal point of Tiananmen Square, it stands as the entrance to the Forbidden City, once the imperial palace of China's emperors. Tiananmen witnessed pivotal moments in Chinese history, including the founding of the People's Republic of China in 1949 and the 1989 student-led protests for democracy and freedom. Despite its turbulent past, Tiananmen remains an enduring symbol of China's rich heritage and the aspirations of its people.
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contributor: Shiwen
type: Site

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contributor: Shiwen
type: Sound

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contributor: Shiwen
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type: Sound

Sanxingdui
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contributor: Shiwen
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type: Still Image

Sanxingdui
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contributor: Shiwen
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The Lost Ancient Civilization of Sanxingdui
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contributor: Shiwen
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type: Moving Image

Sanxingdui
subject: Culture,Movable Cultural Heritage,Tourism
description: Sanxingdui is an archaeological site located in Sichuan Province, China, known as its discoveries of ancient artifacts dating back over 3,000 years. These artifacts include bronze sculptures, jade artifacts, and gold masks. The site was first unearthed in 1929 but gained worldwide attention in 1986 when two large pits were discovered, revealing a wealth of artifacts from the mysterious Shu civilization. The artifacts found at Sanxingdui have provided valuable insights into ancient Chinese culture and history, challenging previous understandings of the region's early civilizations. The enigmatic nature of the artifacts, including their unique artistic style and unknown cultural origins, continues to fascinate archaeologists and historians alike, making Sanxingdui a significant site for understanding the ancient past of China.
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type: Site

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subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: 36275-Leshan
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date: 23 May 2018, 14:46
contributor: Yuwei Ai
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type: Still Image

The Leshan Giant Buddha
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: Standing on the cliffs of Lingyun Mountain in Sichuan Province, China, the Leshan Giant Buddha is a monumental statue of Maitreya Buddha. At 71 meters tall, it is the largest stone Buddha in the world and a masterpiece of Buddhist art dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). However, this awe-inspiring cultural icon is facing the adverse effects of climate change. Rising temperatures and erratic weather patterns have accelerated erosion of the statue's sandstone structure, while increased rainfall has heightened the risk of water damage. In addition, fluctuations in the water levels of nearby rivers have been exacerbated by climate change, threatening the stability of the cliffs on which the statues were carved. The challenges of preserving this ancient monument in the face of climate change underscore the vulnerability of even the most massive monuments to our changing environment. Conservation is now more important than ever to preserve this valuable cultural heritage for future generations.
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contributor: Yuwei Ai
type: Site

Terracotta Warriors
description: Pit one, which is 230 metres (750 ft) long and 62 metres (203 ft) wide,[30] contains the main army of more than 6,000 figures.[31] Pit one has 11 corridors, most of which are more than 3 metres (9.8 ft) wide and paved with small bricks with a wooden ceiling supported by large beams and posts. This design was also used for the tombs of nobles and would have resembled palace hallways when built. The wooden ceilings were covered with reed mats and layers of clay for waterproofing, and then mounded with more soil raising them about 2 to 3 metres (6 ft 7 in to 9 ft 10 in) above the surrounding ground level when completed. (cc) Wikipedia
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date: 19 April 2015, 10:44:47
contributor: Yuwei Ai
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type: Still Image

Terracotta Warriors 2024
description: The Terracotta Warriors, a stunning group of life-size sculptures located in Xi'an, China, is one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. Made more than 2,200 years ago to guard the tomb of China's Qin Shi Huang, these sculptures have stood the test of time, immortalized over millennia. However, they now face a modern threat: climate change. Increasingly extreme weather patterns, such as increased rainfall, fluctuating temperatures and rising humidity, pose significant risks to the preservation of these ancient artifacts. These climate changes have accelerated the aging of the Terracotta Warriors, leading to problems such as color fading, material erosion, and potential structural damage. Conservation efforts are being continuously adapted to mitigate these effects, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable measures to protect this valuable human heritage in order to meet the continuing challenges posed by climate change.
source: is51102024
contributor: Yuwei Ai
type: Site

Dunhuang Mogao Caves
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
source: is51102024
date: 2014:11:11 21:02:34
contributor: Yuwei Ai
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type: Still Image

Dunhuang Mogao Caves 2024
description: 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 threatened by climate change. Rising temperatures are accelerating the degradation of the exquisite murals, while weather extremes such as heavy rainfall and sandstorms jeopardize the structural integrity of the grottoes. Increased humidity caused by rainfall threatens the preservation of works of art, while sandstorms can cause physical damage to external structures. In addition, climate change-induced water stresses may disrupt the grotto's groundwater system, which is critical to maintaining stable humidity and temperature conditions inside the grotto, posing a significant risk to the long-term preservation of these valuable artistic and historical artifacts.
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contributor: Yuwei Ai
type: Site

Terracotta Warriors
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: The Terracotta Warriors, a stunning group of life-size sculptures located in Xi'an, China, is one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. Made more than 2,200 years ago to guard the tomb of China's Qin Shi Huang, these sculptures have stood the test of time, immortalized over millennia. However, they now face a modern threat: climate change. Increasingly extreme weather patterns, such as increased rainfall, fluctuating temperatures and rising humidity, pose significant risks to the preservation of these ancient artifacts. These climate changes have accelerated the aging of the Terracotta Warriors, leading to problems such as color fading, material erosion, and potential structural damage. Conservation efforts are being continuously adapted to mitigate these effects, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable measures to protect this valuable human heritage in order to meet the continuing challenges posed by climate change.
source: is51102024
date: 2012:09:15 05:58:01
contributor: Yuwei Ai
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type: Still Image

Terracotta Warriors
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: Terracotta Army in Xi'an, China
source: is51102024
date: 20 April 2012, 12:43:46
contributor: Yuwei Ai
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Terracotta Warriors
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Terracotta Warriors, a stunning group of life-size sculptures located in Xi'an, China, is one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. Made more than 2,200 years ago to guard the tomb of China's Qin Shi Huang, these sculptures have stood the test of time, immortalized over millennia. However, they now face a modern threat: climate change. Increasingly extreme weather patterns, such as increased rainfall, fluctuating temperatures and rising humidity, pose significant risks to the preservation of these ancient artifacts. These climate changes have accelerated the aging of the Terracotta Warriors, leading to problems such as color fading, material erosion, and potential structural damage. Conservation efforts are being continuously adapted to mitigate these effects, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable measures to protect this valuable human heritage in order to meet the continuing challenges posed by climate change.
source: is51102024
date: 20 April 2012, 12:43:46
contributor: Yuwei Ai
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

123Dunhuang Mogao Caves
description: 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 threatened by climate change. Rising temperatures are accelerating the degradation of the exquisite murals, while weather extremes such as heavy rainfall and sandstorms jeopardize the structural integrity of the grottoes. Increased humidity caused by rainfall threatens the preservation of works of art, while sandstorms can cause physical damage to external structures. In addition, climate change-induced water stresses may disrupt the grotto's groundwater system, which is critical to maintaining stable humidity and temperature conditions inside the grotto, posing a significant risk to the long-term preservation of these valuable artistic and historical artifacts.
source: is51102024
date: 31 December 2013, 12:30:18
contributor: Yuwei Ai
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type: Still Image

Image copyright: Rowan Lear, courtesy of Glasgow Seed Library
subject: Culture,Intangible Heritage
description: Image obtained from Rowan Lear at the Glasgow Seed Library for completion of Practical 2, for the class IS51100 at the University of St Andrews, 2023/24.
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date: 2023:09:16 15:14:56
contributor: myms1
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type: Still Image

Image copyright: Rowan Lear, courtesy of Glasgow Seed Library
subject: Culture,Intangible Heritage
description: Image obtained from Rowan Lear at the Glasgow Seed Library for completion of Practical 2, for the class IS51100 at the University of St Andrews, 2023/24.
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date: 2023:09:16 15:14:56
contributor: myms1
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type: Still Image

Image copyright: Rowan Lear, courtesy of Glasgow Seed Library
subject: Culture,Intangible Heritage
description: Image obtained from Rowan Lear at the Glasgow Seed Library for completion of Practical 2, for the class IS51100 at the University of St Andrews, 2023/24.
source: is51102024
date: 2023:09:16 15:14:56
contributor: myms1
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type: Still Image

Glasgow Seed Library
subject: Culture,Intangible Heritage
description: The Glasgow Seed Library (GSL) is an open-access community-run seed library hosted by the Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA) in Glasgow, UK. GSL catalogues and lends seeds for vegetable, herbs and flowers that can be cultivated in Scotland. GSL also runs free workshops, talks and events throughout the year, on topics such as seed conservation, seed growing, food sovereignty and climate change. They use social media channel to share information about their programme, current library provision, and create dedicated content to engage audiences further with issues surrounding food access and climate change. GSL have outlined a ten years goals which includes the creation a Scottish network of seed libraries. Digital interpretations from GSL address SDG4: Quality Education, target 4.7, as they provide “knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development.” They also address SDG13: Climate Action, target 13.3, which seeks to provide “education, awareness-raising and human and institutional capacity on climate change.”
source: is51102024
date: 2019
contributor: myms1
language: English
type: Site

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date: 2023:09:16 15:14:56
language: English
type: Collection

Dunhuang Mogao Caves
description: The Mogao Caves in Dunhuang are a world-renowned holy site of Buddhist art, located under the Mingsha Mountain in the southeast of Dunhuang City, Gansu Province, China. As one of China's four great grottoes, Mogao Grottoes are renowned for their exquisite murals and sculptures, and are a treasure of ancient Chinese Buddhist culture. However, this thousand-year-old cultural heritage is facing unprecedented threats from climate change. Rising temperatures and frequent extreme weather events due to climate change have had both direct and indirect impacts on the Mogao Grottoes. Rising temperatures accelerate the weathering process of the murals, putting these precious works of art at risk of fading and flaking. At the same time, extreme weather events such as heavy rains and sandstorms also pose a threat to the structural safety of the Mogao Caves. Heavy rains may cause the humidity inside the caves to rise, further affecting the state of preservation of the murals. On the other hand, sand and dust storms may erode the external structures of the caves, causing physical damage to the sculptures and murals. In addition, climate change may exacerbate regional water stress, affecting the groundwater system on which the Mogao Grottoes depend, and in turn affecting the stability of humidity and temperature inside the caves, which would be extremely detrimental to the long-term conservation of the murals and sculptures.
source: is51102024
date: 2014:11:11 21:02:34
contributor: Yuwei Ai
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Dunhuang Mogao Caves
description: The Mogao Caves in Dunhuang are a world-renowned holy site of Buddhist art, located under the Mingsha Mountain in the southeast of Dunhuang City, Gansu Province, China. As one of China's four great grottoes, Mogao Grottoes are renowned for their exquisite murals and sculptures, and are a treasure of ancient Chinese Buddhist culture. However, this thousand-year-old cultural heritage is facing unprecedented threats from climate change. Rising temperatures and frequent extreme weather events due to climate change have had both direct and indirect impacts on the Mogao Grottoes. Rising temperatures accelerate the weathering process of the murals, putting these precious works of art at risk of fading and flaking. At the same time, extreme weather events such as heavy rains and sandstorms also pose a threat to the structural safety of the Mogao Caves. Heavy rains may cause the humidity inside the caves to rise, further affecting the state of preservation of the murals. On the other hand, sand and dust storms may erode the external structures of the caves, causing physical damage to the sculptures and murals. In addition, climate change may exacerbate regional water stress, affecting the groundwater system on which the Mogao Grottoes depend, and in turn affecting the stability of humidity and temperature inside the caves, which would be extremely detrimental to the long-term conservation of the murals and sculptures.
source: is51102024
date: 2014:11:11 21:02:34
contributor: Yuwei Ai
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Alonissos Underwater Museum
description: 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 archeologists, in 2020 it was opened up to the public. This has brought a surge of tourism to the island of Alonissos, which has helped its economy tremendously. The site tremendously contributes to the UN's sustainable development goal #4, Quality education, by providing a great opportunity of seeing a shipwreck up close and how the sea has affected it. In addition, goals #8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and #14 (Life Below Water) are furthered, by increasing tourism and spreading awareness to divers of how to be respectful while visiting underwater sites.
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type: Site

Underwater Museum of Peristera
source: is51102024
date: 2021:01:21 10:19:14
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type: Still Image

Acheron River
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
date: May 2005
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Acheron River Picture
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: A picture of walkable portion of the Acheron river.
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type: Still Image

Acheron River
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: 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 Nekromanteion is also located in the area, which is an ancient Greek temple dedicated to Hades (the god of death) and Persephone (his wife). The river is also well-known for its unique ecosystem, which is home to endangered flora and fauna, which attracts tourists from all over the world. All of these attributes denote the site's contribution to many of the UN's sustainable development goals. Namely, goal number 4, Quality Education, since preserving the site provides a unique opportunity for its visitors to understand Greek culture and its mythology. Goals eight, fourteen and fifteen are also relevant to the site, due to its environment (being able to preserve it and allow it to flourish), but also its ability to attract tourism.
source: is51102024
language: Greek
type: Site

The-depositional-setting-of-the-Apidima1-and-Apidima2-specimens-a-The-interior-of.jpg
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: A picture of the location where the prehistoric skulls were found.
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date: 2019:06:25 12:05:51
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type: Still Image

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Apidima Cave
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Apidima cave is located in Southern Greece and was discovered in the 1970s. Since 2019, the site has gained a lot of significance due to its contribution in world history. More specifically, human skulls that were found in the cave have indicated that human populations arrived in Eurasia much earlier that originally hypothesized, a difference of around 150,00 years. New age technologies were used to date these findings, such as extremely accurate radiometric dating techniques. Taking this into account, this site makes significant contributions of the UN's 4th sustainable development goal, "Quality Education". The site has helped deepen our understanding of our world history and has been a tremendous addition to world education.
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type: Site

Terrace field yunnan china denoised
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: (Honghe Hani Rice Terraces) in Yunnan Province, China.
source: is51102024
date: March 2003
contributor: Honglin Li
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type: Still Image

Chengjiang Fossil Site
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Chengjiang Fossil Site in Yunnan Province is a renowned location for early Cambrian marine life fossils. These fossils, dating back approximately 530 million years, are key evidence for understanding the rapid diversification of life. The site exhibits fossils of up to 196 species spanning at least 16 categories, ranging from algae to primitive chordates, encompassing almost all major animal groups' origins. The research conducted at the Chengjiang Fossil Site has significantly contributed to enhancing our understanding of early life development while also contributing significantly to achieving the SDGs. Specifically, it supports SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 15 (Ecosystems and Biodiversity Conservation) by emphasizing the importance of preserving Earth's biodiversity through educational and research activities.
source: is51102024
contributor: Honglin Li
type: Site

Cultural Landscape of Honghe Hani Rice Terraces
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Honghe Hani Rice Terraces, located in Yunnan Province, China, are a spectacular landscape meticulously carved by the Hani people over more than 1300 years. These terraces sprawl across the slopes of the Ailao Mountains, covering an area of 17,000 hectares. In 2013, this unique agricultural cultural landscape was recognized as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, serving as a model of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. The presence and sustainable development of the Terraces are of great significance for achieving the SDGs. They not only contribute to ecosystem and biodiversity conservation (SDG 15) but also directly relate to achieving zero hunger and food security (SDG 2) and ensuring sustainable management of water resources and sanitation facilities (SDG 6).
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date: The 8th century AD
contributor: Honglin Li
type: Site

Chengjiang Fossil Site
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Chengjiang Fossil Site in Yunnan Province is a renowned location for early Cambrian marine life fossils. These fossils, dating back approximately 530 million years, are key evidence for understanding the rapid diversification of life. The site exhibits fossils of up to 196 species spanning at least 16 categories, ranging from algae to primitive chordates, encompassing almost all major animal groups' origins. To protect and study these valuable fossils, the local government established the Chengjiang Fossil Natural History Museum. The museum features an online digital exhibition hall, with over 200 video clips narrating the stories of fossil discoveries and life evolution for the public. The research conducted at the Chengjiang Fossil Site has significantly contributed to enhancing our understanding of early life development while also contributing significantly to achieving the SDGs. Specifically, it supports SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 15 (Ecosystems and Biodiversity Conservation) by emphasizing the importance of preserving Earth's biodiversity through educational and research activities.
source: is51102024
contributor: Honglin Li
type: Site

Chengjiang Fossil Site Museum
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.
source: is51102024
date: 6 August 2022, 12:05:19
contributor: Honglin Li
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Chengjiang Fossil Site Museum
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.
source: is51102024
date: 6 August 2022, 12:05:19
contributor: Honglin Li
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Chengjiang Fossil Site Museum
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.
source: is51102024
date: 6 August 2022, 12:05:19
contributor: Honglin Li
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Chengjiang Fossil Site Museum
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.
source: is51102024
date: 6 August 2022, 12:05:19
contributor: Honglin Li
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Chengjiang Fossil Site Museum
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.
source: is51102024
date: 6 August 2022, 12:05:19
contributor: Honglin Li
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Chengjiang Fossil Site Museum
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.
source: is51102024
date: 6 August 2022, 12:05:19
contributor: Honglin Li
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Chengjiang Fossil Site Museum
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.
source: is51102024
date: 6 August 2022, 12:05:19
contributor: Honglin Li
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Chengjiang Fossil Site Museum
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.
source: is51102024
date: 6 August 2022, 12:05:19
contributor: Honglin Li
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Chengjiang Fossil Site Museum
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The Chengjiang Fossil Site World Natural Heritage Museum in Chengjiang, Yunnan Province, China. The museum is also known as the Yunnan Natural History Museum.
source: is51102024
date: 6 August 2022, 12:05:19
contributor: Honglin Li
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Ruins of Saint Paul's
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: Ruins of Saint Paul's (Ruínas de São Paulo) , Macau
date: November 20, 2023
contributor: Honglin Li
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Historic Centre of Macao
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: 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 Sino-Portuguese architecture, including streets, residences, religious, and public buildings. These structures not only bear witness to the exchange of aesthetics, culture, architecture, and technology between the East and the West but also demonstrate their fusion. Digital technologies, such as virtual reality (VR), have opened up new pathways for the preservation and promotion of Macau's cultural heritage. Through these technologies, audiences from around the world can embark on virtual journeys across different cultural backgrounds, thus gaining a deeper understanding and appreciation of Macau's unique history and cultural heritage. The conservation and revitalization efforts of the historic center of Macau play a significant role in achieving the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): • SDG 4 Quality Education • SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth • SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure • SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities Echoes Of Heritage: Preserving Macao In The Climate Era https://stage.openvirtualworlds.org/worldheritage2024/historic-centre-of-macao/
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date: Mid-16th century
contributor: Honglin Li
type: Site

Kowloon Walled City
description: Kowloon Walled City was an ungoverned settlement in British-occupied Hong Kong. It evolved from a Chinese military output during the Song Dynasty (960-1279) into a densely populated urban enclave due to ambiguous jurisdictional boundaries after the Second World War. Without effective governance from China or Britain, the Walled City developed organically, with buildings constructed without official permits and businesses operating independently. By the late 1980s, it housed over 50,000 in a labyrinthine network of high-rise buildings characterised by poverty and crime (Fraser & Cheuk-Yin Li, 2017). It was demolished in 1993. The Walled City is portrayed in various video games such as Stray (2022) and Call of Duty: Black Ops (2010). Moreover, online archives of photographs and illustrations along with 3D digital reconstructions and animations continue to preserve its unique cultural legacy for audiences worldwide. Studying the social structures and informal governance systems within Kowloon Walled City can shed light on addressing inequalities and promoting inclusion in urban settings to address Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
source: is51102024
date: The Song Dynasty (960-1279)
contributor: wanm
type: Site

Kai Tak Airport
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: 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 had to spot Checkboard Hill, before making a sharp 47-degree right turn above the Kowloon City district and touching down at the first section of the runway to avoid Victoria Harbour. This approach was one of the world’s last landing spots in which automated aircraft instruments could not fly and instead, relied on the pilot’s visual judgement. Online archives of photographs depicting the approach along with documentaries on its history preserve the legacy of Kai Tak. Enthusiasts can also recreate the landing in flight simulator programs (i.e. Microsoft Flight Simulator, 2020) at home. Although the airport is no longer operational, the redevelopment of its former site into a mixed-use district promotes compact, integrated, and resilient urban living - thus addressing Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
source: is51102024
date: 1925
contributor: wanm
type: Site

Checkboard Hill
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: Photo of Korean Air Cargo Boeing airplane turning with Checkboard hill in the background in 1995
source: is51102024
date: 1995
contributor: wanm
format: image/png
type: Still Image

Former Yamen Building of Kowloon Walled City, Kowloon Walled City Park (Hong Kong)
subject: Immovable Culture Heritage
description: The restored former yamen building of Kowloon Walled City in Kowloon Walled City Park, Hong Kong.
source: is51102024
date: 4th August 2014
contributor: wanm
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Making Hong Kong Style Milk Tea
subject: Intangible Heritage
description: Image depicting the preparation technique of Hong Kong-style milk tea using the sackcloth bag.
source: is51102024
date: 2006
contributor: wanm
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Milk Tea 7262
subject: Intangible Heritage
description: A cup of milk tea in cha chaan teng of Hong Kong
source: is51102024
date: 2011
contributor: wanm
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Hong Kong-style Milk Tea
subject: Intangible Heritage
description: Hong Kong-style milk tea consists of Ceylon black tea, evaporated milk, and sugar. During the British colonial rule of Hong Kong, English-style tea was expensive and served exclusively in upscale establishments (Chan, 2018). After the Second World War, tea houses began adapting the recipe to better cater to local tastes. Namely, a stronger blend of Ceylon tea leaves was created. Following infusion, the tea is poured from pot to pot and filtered through a sackcloth bag four times to achieve the optimal aroma, colour, and flavour - speed, force, and drop height are crucial factors during this process. Evaporated milk is then added instead of regular milk for its affordability and smoother taste. This beverage is deeply ingrained in the identity of Hong Kong and symbolises the fusion of Cantonese and British cultures characteristic of the region. Its popularity evokes a sense of nostalgia and belonging among locals and serves as an ambassador for Hong Kong's culinary heritage worldwide (Mak, 2021). Simplified recipes for Hong Kong-style milk tea are available across social media, allowing enthusiasts worldwide to make it at home. Its unique brewing process is also chronicled through online short documentaries and interviews with tea masters. Such digital interpretations increase awareness which can drive tourism to the area. In turn, by supporting local tea houses and businesses that serve this beverage, economic opportunities are created to help address Goal 1: No Poverty.
source: is51102024
contributor: wanm
language: English
type: Intangible

Hong Kong-style Milk Tea
subject: Intangible Heritage
description: Hong Kong-style milk tea consists of Ceylon black tea, evaporated milk, and sugar. During the British colonial rule of Hong Kong, English-style tea was expensive and served exclusively in upscale establishments (Chan, 2018). After the Second World War, tea houses began adapting the recipe to better cater to local tastes. Namely, a stronger blend of Ceylon tea leaves was created. Following infusion, the tea is poured from pot to pot and filtered through a sackcloth bag four times to achieve the optimal aroma, colour, and flavour - speed, force, and drop height are crucial factors during this process. Evaporated milk is then added instead of regular milk for its affordability and smoother taste. This beverage is deeply ingrained in the identity of Hong Kong and symbolises the fusion of Cantonese and British cultures characteristic of the region. Its popularity evokes a sense of nostalgia and belonging among locals and serves as an ambassador for Hong Kong's culinary heritage worldwide (Mak, 2021). Simplified recipes for Hong Kong-style milk tea are available across social media, allowing enthusiasts worldwide to make it at home. Its unique brewing process is also chronicled through online short documentaries and interviews with tea masters. Such digital interpretations increase awareness which can drive tourism to the area. In turn, by supporting local tea houses and businesses that serve this beverage, economic opportunities are created to help address Goal 1: No Poverty.
source: is51102024
contributor: wanm
language: English
type: Intangible

Hong Kong-style Milk Tea
subject: Intangible Heritage
description: Hong Kong-style milk tea consists of Ceylon black tea, evaporated milk, and sugar. During the British colonial rule of Hong Kong, English-style tea was expensive and served exclusively in upscale establishments (Chan, 2018). After the Second World War, tea houses began adapting the recipe to better cater to local tastes. Namely, a stronger blend of Ceylon tea leaves was created. Following infusion, the tea is poured from pot to pot and filtered through a sackcloth bag four times to achieve the optimal aroma, colour, and flavour. Evaporated milk is then added instead of regular milk for its affordability and smoother taste. This beverage is deeply ingrained in the identity of Hong Kong and symbolises the fusion of Cantonese and British cultures characteristic of the region. Simplified recipes for Hong Kong-style milk tea are available across social media and its unique brewing process is also chronicled through online short documentaries and interviews with tea masters. Such digital interpretations increase awareness which can drive tourism to the area. The preparation and sale of Hong Kong-style milk tea can support employment opportunities to contribute to Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth. Specifically, Target 8.3 can be addressed as this increased demand can lead to the expansion of tea houses, entrepreneurship opportunities, and preservation of traditional tea-making techniques.
source: is51102024
contributor: wanm
language: English
type: Intangible

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type: Intangible

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language: English
type: Intangible

Routes of Santiago de Compostella (23/24)
subject: Culture,Tourism
description: The Route of Santiago de Compostela are a network of Christian Pilgrimage routes leading to Santiago de Compostela, Spain. Both French and Spanish portions of the Route are UNESCO world heritage sites. Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela started in the 9th century after the discovery of the Apostle James the Greater’s tomb in the Spanish city. Across their 12 centuries of history, the pilgrimage routes of Santiago de Compostela have become a fruitful place for cultural exchange, and the union of multiple forms of heritage. The pilgrimage routes feature a range of immovable cultural heritage sites, including churches, cathedrals, and sites related to the practice of pilgrimage. The routes are also a natural heritage of Southern Europe, with routes going through France, Spain, Italy and Portugal. The routes are not represented by a singular body, though many organisations are dedicated to it. Digital interpretations include online photographic galleries, blogs and forums, 360 and Virtual Reality tours, interactive games and apps. These interpretations contribute to SDG11: Sustainable Cities, target 11.4, through their effort to preserve the “world’s cultural and natural heritage."
source: is51102024
date: 9th century
contributor: myms1
language: Spanish, French
type: Site

Monasterio de San Martín, Santiago de Compostela
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=43803827
source: is51102024
date: 4 October 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Monasterio de San Martín, Santiago de Compostela
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=43803833
source: is51102024
date: 4 October 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Fachada do Obradoiro e parte traseira do Pazo de Raxoi Santiago de Compostela (23/24)
subject: Culture,Intangible Heritage,Tourism
description: By Luis Miguel Bugallo Sánchez (Lmbuga) - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=26084647
source: is51102024
date: 14 May 2013
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Battló (23/24)
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: Casa Batlló is a house designed by Antoni Gaudí, situated at 43 Paseo de Gracia in Barcelona, Spain. It is one of seven of Gaudí’s buildings to be on a UNESCO World Heritage site. Casa Batlló was originally built in 1877 by Emilio Sala Cortés, and purchased in 1907 by Josep Batlló y Casanovas. Batlló offered architect Antoni Gaudí complete creative freedom to re-design the house. The house comprises of seven floors, including a basement and noble floor, a loft, roof terrace, atrium and garden. The house features Gaudí’s distinct style blending traditional Catalan motifs and inspirations from the Arts and Crafts movement, Symbolism, and Art Nouveau. The colourful facade has balconies and a tilled roof, made using stone, glass and ceramics. Gaudí worked with artisan to build and furnish the interior of the house, with works in wrought iron, wood, stained glass, ceramic and stone. Digital interpretations from Casa Batlló include augmented reality, digital artworks and display, and an online 360 tour. These interpretations contributes to SDG11: Sustainable Cities, target 11.4, for its efforts to “protect and safeguard the world’s cultural (...) heritage.”
source: is51102024
date: 1877
contributor: myms1
language: Spanish, Catalan, English
type: Site

Barcelona - Casa Battló (23/24)
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By Fred Romero - https://www.flickr.com/photos/129231073@N06/36949300460/in/album-72157686935057113/, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=76734067
source: is51102024
date: 20 February 2020
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Barcelona - Casa Battló
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain (23/24)
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain (23/24)
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain (23/24)
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Battló M
source: is51102024
contributor: myms1
type: Site

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain
subject: Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage,Tourism
description: By ChristianSchd - This file was derived from: Casa Batllo Overview Barcelona Spain.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41698940
source: is51102024
date: 19 July 2015
contributor: myms1
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image

-1.xml
subject: Culture,Intangible Heritage
description: Sustainable Development Goal: Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities: Digital interpretation of Gagaku can promote cultural appreciation and understanding, fostering a sense of community and social cohesion. Interactive features and educational resources can showcase the importance of preserving traditional art forms like Gagaku. By highlighting the collaborative nature of Gagaku performances, with musicians and dancers working together in harmony, the art form can serve as a model for fostering cultural exchange and building strong communities. Hotspot: This hotspot on the World Heritage map would link to a dedicated webpage with comprehensive information about Gagaku. The page could feature: Audio recordings and video clips of Gagaku performances, allowing viewers to experience the music and dance firsthand. Detailed explanations of the different instruments and dance styles used in Gagaku. Historical background on the development and evolution of Gagaku over time. Information about the cultural significance of Gagaku in Japanese society. Links to educational resources for teachers and students interested in learning more about Gagaku. A calendar of upcoming Gagaku performances in Japan and around the world. This digital experience would not only raise awareness of this unique art form but also encourage cultural appreciation and understanding, contributing to the goal of sustainable cities and communities.
creator: Various court musicians and dancers over centuries
source: is51102024
date: Origins date back to the 6th century AD
language: English
type: Intangible

Gagaku: Court Music and Dance of Japan
subject: Culture,Intangible Heritage
description: Gagaku, meaning "elegant music," is a traditional form of Japanese court music and dance with a rich history dating back centuries. This ancient art form encompasses a diverse range of instruments, dance styles, and repertoire, reflecting the cultural influences that shaped Japan throughout its history. Gagaku performances combine music played on instruments like the sho (bamboo flute) and hichiriki (oboe) with elegant, restrained dance movements. The costumes, often vibrant and elaborately decorated, further enhance the visual spectacle. Traditionally performed for the Imperial Court, Gagaku is now also presented in concert halls and festivals, offering a glimpse into Japan's refined cultural heritage.
source: is51102024
format: image/png
type: Still Image

Gagaku: Court Music and Dance of Japan
subject: Culture,Intangible Heritage
description: Gagaku, meaning "elegant music," is a traditional form of Japanese court music and dance with a rich history dating back centuries. This ancient art form encompasses a diverse range of instruments, dance styles, and repertoire, reflecting the cultural influences that shaped Japan throughout its history. Gagaku performances combine music played on instruments like the sho (bamboo flute) and hichiriki (oboe) with elegant, restrained dance movements. The costumes, often vibrant and elaborately decorated, further enhance the visual spectacle. Traditionally performed for the Imperial Court, Gagaku is now also presented in concert halls and festivals, offering a glimpse into Japan's refined cultural heritage.
source: is51102024
format: image/png
type: Still Image

The Way of Saint James, Spain
subject: Intangible Heritage
description: Sustainable Development Goal: Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production: Digital interpretation of the Camino de Santiago can promote sustainable tourism practices. Educational resources can highlight the importance of respecting local communities and the environment while supporting local businesses along the pilgrimage route. Hotspot: This hotspot would link to a webpage showcasing different routes of the Camino, practical information for pilgrims, and the cultural significance of this tradition. The page could also feature interviews with contemporary pilgrims and information about eco-friendly travel options.
creator: Established organically through centuries of pilgrimage
source: is51102024
date: Middle Ages (origins can be traced back to the 9th century)
language: English
type: Intangible

The Way of Saint James, Spain
subject: Intangible Heritage
description: The Way of Saint James is a network of pilgrimage routes leading to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in northwestern Spain, traditionally believed to be the burial site of the apostle Saint James. This pilgrimage tradition has been practiced for centuries, fostering cultural exchange and spiritual exploration.
source: is51102024
date: 2020:02:26 15:21:50
format: image/jpeg
type: Still Image