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The Silk and the Serpent: Weaving the Soul of Laos
In Laos, a legendary half-serpent, half-human water spirit known as a naga is far more than a mythological figure. It is a unifying force...
Where History Holds the Ground: Walking the Roman Edge of the...
In the two thousand years since its construction, Hadrian’s Wall has evolved from a formidable military frontier into a beloved UNESCO World Heritage site....
The Soul of Samarkand: History and the Peril of Modern Restoration
On the ancient Silk Road, the fabled city of Samarkand, Uzbekistan, stands as a mesmerizing spectacle. Its turquoise domes and dazzling geometric mosaics beckon...
The Enduring Glow: Andalusia’s White Towns and the Art of Community
In the sun-drenched countryside of Andalusia, Spain, whitewashed villages teeter on hilltops, their brilliant hue a striking contrast to the rugged landscape. These pueblos...
Whispers in Stone: The Ancient Art of Murujuga at a Modern...
On a remote peninsula in Western Australia, on a landscape shaped by millennia of natural forces, a silent testament to human history awaits the...
Igniting Imagination: A World Tour of UNESCO’s Most Awe-Inspiring Sites for...
The world is filled with wonders, but few are as awe-inspiring as the places and traditions recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and...
Rebuilding Mosul: UNESCO’s vision for a city reclaiming its identity
Mosul is a city scarred by conflict yet defined by layers of history. In a candid conversation with UNESCO coordinator Maria Rita Acetoso, a deeper vision...
