Historic preservation, whether of landscapes or buildings, was an important development of the nineteenth century in many countries. There is however surprising

Each site has an entry explaining its historical and cultural significance, with a description and location map.

Each site has an entry explaining its historical and cultural significance, with a description and location map.

There is a World Heritage Craze in China. China claims to have the longest continuous civilization in the world and is seeking recognition from UNESCO. This boo

"The eighth edition fully updates the book to add 42 new sites. World Heritage sites are judged under strict criteria with a view to the aim that they reflect t