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Walking the Great Wall: Exploring China’s Most Iconic Landmark
September 27, 2024
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Comprising a centuries-spanning tale, the Great Wall of China is an amazing monument to the creativity and tenacity of past societies. Along with providing a strong barrier against invaders, this famous construction promoted commercial and cultural interaction along the Silk Road. Every step reveals stories of resilience and solidarity that still ring true in the

Adventuring through UNESCO World Heritage Sites
August 2, 2024
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Examining historical sites, natural settings, and energetic cultural traditions urges us to travel a path beyond simple sight-seeing. Every place is a window into the past, a celebration of the work of nature, and evidence of the many human experiences that mold our world story. Along with discovering tales carved in stone and woven into

Reasons for Visiting UNESCO Heritage Sites
April 6, 2023
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UNESCO Heritage Sites are a treasure. These places were designated by UNESCO and are meant to be preserved. Seeing them in person can be mind-blowing. There are certain standards to consider before a site is designated the title. For instance, it must possess outstanding value to humanity. Some of them have been around for hundreds

6 Commonly Overlooked UNESCO World Heritage Sites Worth Visiting
May 14, 2017
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites are culturally and environmentally significant. They are located all around the world. Before these sites are declared a part of the world heritage, there is a rigid process first. Once declared, the site receives funding for preservation. Some of these sites are extremely popular. People go out of their way just

5 of the World’s Oldest Tourist Attractions You can Still Visit
October 7, 2016
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There are tourist attractions that have been around for a few years but once the novelty has died down, there were fewer visitors up until they have decided to close. Some others didn’t start as tourist attractions. However, after being around for several years or even centuries, they have turned into major worldwide attractions. Not