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Kun Qu opera
Kunqu Opera, a classical Chinese drama form, originated in the early Ming Dynasty and showcases a blend of singing, acting, recitation, and martial arts. It reflects deep philosophical and ethical concepts through its narratives, serving as a vital…
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The Grand Canal
The Grand Canal, the world's longest ancient artificial waterway, links Beijing and Hangzhou, China, and has been crucial since the 5th century BC. It not only facilitated the evolution of Chinese society but also showcases ancient China's prowess in…
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The Pyramids of Giza
The Great Pyramid of Giza is the largest Egyptian pyramid and served as the tomb of pharaoh Khufu, who ruled during the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. Built in the early 26th century BC, over a period of about 27 years, The Pyramid is the oldest…
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Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is one of the oldest fortifications in Europe and an important symbol of Scotland and Edinburgh. Built between the 12th and 16th centuries, it witnessed Scotland's historical wars and later became a military base. It is now owned by…
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Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is one of the oldest fortifications in Europe and an important symbol of Scotland and Edinburgh. Built between the 12th and 16th centuries, it witnessed Scotland's historical wars and later became a military base. It is now owned by…
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Digital Giza
The Giza Project is a non-profit international initiative based at Harvard University. Through digital archaeology, we assemble, curate, and present archaeological records about one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world, the Giza…
Abu Simbel Temples
The Abu Simbel Temples, dedicated to Pharaoh Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari, stand as colossal rock-cut structures in southern Egypt. Carved into the mountainside, they exemplify the grandeur of ancient Egyptian art and religious devotion. The…
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Karnak Temple
Karnak Temple, located near Luxor in Egypt, is one of the largest religious complexes in the world. Built over a period of 2000 years, from the Middle Kingdom to the Ptolemaic period, it was dedicated to the god Amun, his wife Mut, and their son…
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Karnak Temple
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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Sukur Cultural Landscape
The Sukur Cultural Landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Mandara Mountains of northeastern Nigeria. This landscape encompasses the Sukur settlement, which is notable for its unique architecture, agricultural terraces, and cultural…
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Sukur Cultural Landscape
The Sukur Cultural Landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Mandara Mountains of north-eastern Nigeria. This landscape encompasses the Sukur settlement, which is notable for its unique architecture, agricultural terraces, and cultural…
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Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont: Langhe-Roero and Monferrato
The Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont: Langhe-Roero and Monferrato, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in northern Italy's Piedmont region, showcases three distinct wine-growing areas: the Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato regions. Characterized by…
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The Forbidden City
The Forbidden City, nestled in Beijing, China, is an ancient imperial palace complex, housing Chinese emperors for nearly 500 years. Constructed from 1406 to 1420, its sprawling 180-acre area encompasses almost 1,000 buildings and over 8,700 rooms.…
(IS5110 2024) The Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes, listed as a World Cultural Heritage site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), are famous for their fantastic stone carvings. It is located in Luoyang, Henan province, China, with a…
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village (2024)
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, located in Qiandongnan Miao and Dong autonomous prefecture, Guizhou province, is the largest Miao ethnic village in China. The village has over a thousand special wooden houses, namely diaojiaolou, rising and falling with…
Zenghouyi Chime Bells (2024)
As one of the cultural heritages from China, the Zenghouyi Chime Bells are a set of sixty-five musical bells of different sizes and weights, hanging on a bell frame in a hierarchical arrangement. It has a history of 2,457 years and shows its…
Leshan Giant Buddha
Hongcun, located in Anhui Province, China, is a picturesque ancient village renowned for its well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty architecture. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hongcun is celebrated for its unique layout resembling an…
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The Nanjing Museum
The Nanjing Museum, located in Nanjing, China, is one of the country's leading museums, renowned for its extensive collection of historical artifacts and cultural treasures. Established in 1933, it houses over 400,000 items, spanning China's rich…
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Cathedral Caverns State Park
Cathedral Caverns is a natural heritage site that has one of the largest entrances of any commercial cave in the world and one of the largest stalagmites worldwide, named "Goliath". It has many significant geological formations, and was declared a…
16th Street Baptist Church
The 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, US is a baptist church and the site of a racially motivated bombing that killed four young girls during the Civil Rights Movement. This bombing led to more widespread support for civil rights for…
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Venice and its Lagoon
Venice and its Lagoon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, epitomizes cultural and architectural grandeur on the northeastern coast of Italy. This iconic city, built on an archipelago of 118 islands, is interlaced with a network of canals and historic…
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Wuzhen乌镇
Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…
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Wuzhen乌镇
Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…
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Wuzhen乌镇
Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…
Tags: China
Wuzhen 乌镇
Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…
Tags: China
Wuzhen乌镇
Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…
Tags: China
Wuzhen乌镇
Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…
Tags: China
Wuzhen 乌镇
Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…
Tags: China
Site of Xanadu
North of the Great Wall, the Site of Xanadu encompasses the remains of Kublai Khan’s legendary capital city, designed by the Mongol ruler’s Chinese advisor Liu Bingzhdong in 1256. Over a surface area of 25,000 ha, the site was a unique attempt to…
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Site of Xanadu
North of the Great Wall, the Site of Xanadu encompasses the remains of Kublai Khan’s legendary capital city, designed by the Mongol ruler’s Chinese advisor Liu Bingzhdong in 1256. Over a surface area of 25,000 ha, the site was a unique attempt to…
Tags: China
Site of Xanadu
North of the Great Wall, the Site of Xanadu encompasses the remains of Kublai Khan’s legendary capital city, designed by the Mongol ruler’s Chinese advisor Liu Bingzhdong in 1256. Over a surface area of 25,000 ha, the site was a unique attempt to…
Tags: China
Site of Xanadu
North of the Great Wall, the Site of Xanadu encompasses the remains of Kublai Khan’s legendary capital city, designed by the Mongol ruler’s Chinese advisor Liu Bingzhdong in 1256. Over a surface area of 25,000 ha, the site was a unique attempt to…
Tags: China
St. Peter's Basilica Church
St. Peter's Basilica is a magnificent Christian church located in Vatican City and is also one of the major cathedrals of the Catholic Church. Named after Saint Peter the Apostle, it is one of the most important holy sites in the Catholic faith. The…
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