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Stop and listen to some of the world’s most iconic sites

Sonic Heritage captures the sounds of 270 UNESCO World Heritage sites — inviting us to tune in to some of the most culturally significant places on Earth.

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Europe’s great spa towns are being threatened by climate change

Rising temperatures, flooding and drought could soon threaten the natural springs that have created Europe’s famed spa towns.

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People in Spain welcome in Easter with traditional drumming

On the afternoon of Holy Wednesday, the tamborada of Hellín begins, in which thousands of drummers of all ages march through the streets of the town beating their drums and thundering out ancestral rhythms.

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This epic new rail tour takes you around the world in 100 days

With only 12 spots available, travellers wanting a place on this rail adventure need to be quick.

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Read all about it! UK and Ireland celebrate World Book Day

The UK and Ireland are celebrating World Book Day. Held on the first Thursday of March, the event is the British Isles’ localised version of the global UNESCO-organized celebration.

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HeritageWatch.AI seeks to safeguard cultural heritage from crises

HeritageWatch.AI, a new collaboration launched in Paris, combines satellite imagery, 3D modelling, and AI to provide real-time data that will help protect cultural heritage sites from disasters and conflict.

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Landmarks in Iraq’s Mosul are reopening after UNESCO-led restoration

A UNESCO-led project is restoring historic landmarks in Iraq's Mosul, including the Al-Hadbaa Minaret and key churches, after being destroyed by ISIS.

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Henna art recognised as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage

Henna, a symbol of joy and tradition across the Arab world, has been recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, with Morocco at the heart of its rich history.

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Anti-extremism centre opens in house of Auschwitz commandant

The family home next to Auschwitz – immortalized on screen in last year’s Oscar-winning film ‘The Zone of Interest’ - is opening its doors to the public for the first time. This coincides with an alarming international survey examining Holocaust knowledge and awareness.

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Portugal's dancing horses gain global recognition by UNESCO

The Portuguese School of Equestrian Art in Lisbon, now recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage, showcases the elegance of 18th-century dressage with Lusitano horses.

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A taste of heritage: How Tunisia’s harissa became a global favourite

Tunisia's Harissa Festival in the coastal town of Nabeul celebrates the spicy condiment's global rise following its 2022 UNESCO recognition.

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Turkey's Ballıca Cave captivates visitors with its stalactites and sta

The UNESCO World Heritage Site attracted 90,000 tourists in 2024.

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UNESCO steps up protection for Ukrainian heritage sites

UNESCO has granted "provisional enhanced protection" to two Ukrainian cultural sites: the Odesa Literary Museum and the Babyn Yar Memorial in Kyiv.

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Frankincense: The intriguing story behind the Christmas scent

Once more valuable than gold, frankincense is indelibly linked to Oman.

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Under-the-radar Italy: Timeless towns, cultural charm and UNESCO wonders

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Italy is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, but beyond the well-trodden paths lies a treasure trove of lesser-known gems.

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Pharrell Williams is named a UNESCO goodwill ambassador

The role of goodwill ambassador for the Paris-based UN cultural agency involves promoting its initiatives that include protecting Indigenous cultures and advancing education.

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What’s new on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list?

Alongside Japanese sake and Brazilian cheese, Europe made a strong showing on the UNESCO list. Ukrainian 'pysanky' and Parisian roof restorers were just two of the continent’s treasures to be added.

Nature

Italy’s UNESCO-designated Po Delta saved from offshore gas drilling

Offshoring drilling threatened to submerge parts of the delta, which is already bracing against a barrage of problematic, climate change-induced conditions.

Art

Olafur Eliasson builds a lava-tiled dome on a remote Korean island

Comprising 1,200 lava tiles, Eliasson’s ‘Breathing Earth Sphere’ is inspired by the volcanic landscape of Docho Island.

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Vienna’s much-loved Würstelstand gets UNESCO recognition

Vienna’s iconic Würstelstand, a humble sausage stand that brings together people from all walks of life, has been officially recognised as part of Austria’s cultural heritage.