UNESCO World Heritage sites

World's best unknown hike: Japan's Kumano Kodo

World's best unknown hike: Japan's Kumano Kodo

There are a lot of steps, but trust us. It's worth it
20 of the world's most beautiful World Heritage Sites

20 of the world's most beautiful World Heritage Sites

You heard of the two guys who recently opted in to a two-year, $1.5 million holiday? These are some of the sights they'll be privy to
What’s the big deal about having a UNESCO World Heritage site?

What’s the big deal about having a UNESCO World Heritage site?

Hong Kong officials have snubbed Victoria Harbour in favor of a nunnery as a tentative World Heritage nomination, sparking debate over what makes a si
UNESCO surveys the damage in Ayutthaya

UNESCO surveys the damage in Ayutthaya

International experts to help with restoration process at the UNESCO World Heritage site
Wanted: Eye-catching logo for Hangzhou's West Lake

Wanted: Eye-catching logo for Hangzhou's West Lake

Calling design gurus worldwide: Here's your chance to tie your name to a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Opium, gambling and brothels: One man’s love for historic Phuket Town

Opium, gambling and brothels: One man’s love for historic Phuket Town

Hotelier and sometime artist Jorge Carlos Smith explains how more needs to be done to restore the neighborhood's heritage buildings

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