What is Machu Picchu? An explanation of its World Heritage designation, highlights, and access.
Machu Picchu in Peru is located at an altitude of 2,430m...
What is the Ayutthaya World Heritage Site? We explain the reasons for its registration as a World Heritage Site, its historical sites, and how to access them.
The reasons why the ancient Thai capital of Ayutthaya was registered as a World Heritage Site, including its prang and temples...
What are the Galapagos Islands? An explanation of their World Heritage status, their wildlife, and access.
The reason why the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador were registered as a World Heritage Site, Darvish...
What are the Rock Art Sites of Alta? Explanation of the reasons for its World Heritage designation, how to visit, and access information.
The reason why the Alta Rock Art in Norway was registered as a World Heritage Site, prehistoric times...
What is Plitvice Lakes National Park? An explanation of its World Heritage designation, highlights, and access.
Croatia's Plitvice Lakes National Park has been registered as a World Heritage Site...
What is Assisi? An explanation of the World Heritage site, the Basilica of San Francesco, its highlights, and how to get there.
The reason Assisi was registered as a World Heritage Site: Saint Francis and Saint Joseph...
What is Himeji Castle? An explanation of its World Heritage designation, its highlights, and how to access it.
The reasons why Himeji Castle was registered as a World Heritage Site, the origin of its nickname "White Heron Castle," the main keep, and the Nishinomaru area...
What is Gorée Island? An explanation of its World Heritage designation, the House of Slaves, and how to access it.
The reasons why Gorée Island in Senegal was designated a World Heritage Site, its history as a slave trade site, ...