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The #monuments and #heritage sites in #Europe shortlisted for this year’s edition of the '7 Most Endangered Programme΄ were announced on the 30th of January by Europa Nostra, the European Voice of Civil Society Committed to Cultural and Natural Heritage, and the European Investment Bank (EIB) Institute. Τhe 11 most endangered monuments and heritage sites in Europe shortlisted for 2024, are the following: 1. Archaeological Site of Muret e Portës, Durrës, #ALBANIA 2. Amberd Historical and Cultural Reserve, #ARMENIA 3. Palais du Midi, Brussels, #BELGIUM 4. Working-class Housing (courées) in Roubaix-Tourcoing, #FRANCE 5. Cycladic Islands, notably Sifnos, Serifos and Folegandros, #GREECE 6. Church of San Pietro in Gessate, Milan, #ITALY 7. Synagogue of Siena, #ITALY 8. Palace in Sztynort, northern Masuria, #POLAND 9. Home of the Yugoslav People’s Army in Šabac, #SERBIA 10. Greek Orthodox Church of St. Georgios, Altınözü / Hatay province, #TÜRKIYE 11. Iron Gate of Antioch, Antakya / Hatay province, #TÜRKIYE The '7 Most Endangered Programme' is a #civil #society #campaign to save Europe’s endangered heritage. It raises #awareness, makes independent technical assessments, proposes recommendations for action and seeks to rally #support to save the selected endangered sites. Being on the 7 Most Endangered List often serves as a catalyst for action and as an incentive for mobilisation of the necessary public or private support. https://lnkd.in/eAq2hMTD

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Is UNESCO an apparatus of national image enhancement through long listings and coronation of titles or a mechanism for cultural heritage safeguarding? Finding a balance between national priorities and a genuine depoliticised approach to cultural heritage is an ongoing challenge. It is about time to rethink the way we manage and valorize cultural heritage, which is about shared values and a sense of community. When we will put those values at the center of cultural heritage management, and not the national pride and priorities, we might be able to bring a change for the better.

Discover the breathtaking beauty and ecological significance of Lake Turkana, the world's largest alkaline lake, also known as the Jade Sea. Located in northern Kenya, this vast body of water is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning turquoise color and diverse ecosystem. The Origin of the Name "Jade Sea" The name "Jade Sea" is derived from the lake's striking turquoise hue, which is caused by the high concentration of algae and minerals in the water. The algae, known as cyanobacteria, produce pigments that give the lake its distinctive color. Key Features * Unique Flora and Fauna: Lake Turkana supports a variety of endemic species, including the Nile crocodile, hippos, and several species of fish. * Archaeological Sites: The surrounding region is rich in archaeological sites, including Koobi Fora, where numerous hominid fossils have been discovered. * Adventure Activities: Enjoy boating, fishing, and birdwatching on Lake Turkana.

🔍📚 The controversy surrounding the renovation of the Mykerinos pyramid in Giza in Egypt is raging! Egyptian authorities want to restore its original appearance, but Egyptologists are concerned about heritage preservation. 🏛️🔒 Who is right? 💭 #CultureDebate #EgyptianHeritage The study committee chaired by an eminent Egyptologist and consulted by UNESCO did not succeed in calming tensions, but the work has already begun! 😱😡 Would this be a posteriori validation? Egyptologists are calling for better preservation and more precautions. 🛠️🔐 #PreserveOurHistory A dilemma between heritage and tourism that raises broader questions about preservation in Egypt. 🌍🇪🇬 Let's be aware of the issues and preserve our cultural heritage for future generations! 🤝💚 #CultureEgypt #CollectiveResponsibility Share your opinion! What do you think ? 😊👇 #Egypt #Heritage #Debate

439 World Heritage Sites have not been monitored for over 10 years The number of new inscriptions on the World Heritage List must be drastically reduced UNESCO is no longer able to monitor a large number of sites on the World Heritage List and thus fulfill one of its statutory tasks. This alarming statement was made yesterday by World Heritage Watch at this year's session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee.   According to data compiled by the organization in April, there has been no information on the UNESCO website for 439 of the 1,223 World Heritage sites for over ten years. At best, UNESCO may have received informal information that has not been published.   Presently, the World Heritage Committee examines the state of conservation of around 10% of all World Heritage sites every year. Since many sites are on the agenda every year or every second year, it would take more than 18 years to examine all the sites on the World Heritage List.   At the same time, UNESCO has again inscribed 24 new sites on the World Heritage List this year. With this rate of new inscriptions, it will be even more difficult for UNESCO to monitor the sites entrusted to its tutelage. World Heritage Watch is therefore calling on the member states of the World Heritage Convention to drastically reduce the number of new inscriptions and to prioritize the conservation of sites already on the list. “Will the 24 newly inscribed sites join the long list of unmonitored sites?” asks Stephan Doempke, who represents World Heritage Watch at the World Heritage Committee meeting. “And how much sense does it make to include a site on the World Heritage List if it has little chance of being monitored?” See the full statement here: https://lnkd.in/dZ9N7My3  

This is our most recent article on new legislation being developed to strengthen the conservation of heritage sites in BC. What you need to know in a 3-minute read. #HCA #HCATP Heritage Conservation Act (HCA) Transformation Project https://hubs.la/Q02l3JQG0

This is our most recent article on new legislation being developed to strengthen the conservation of heritage sites in BC. What you need to know in a 3-minute read. #HCA #HCATP Heritage Conservation Act (HCA) Transformation Project https://hubs.la/Q02l3JGq0

12 more reasons to visit South Africa with Liberty Southern Africa... South Africa now has 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites... UNESCO has recently expanded its World Heritage List to include three new South African sites, bringing the country’s total to 12. This update was announced on 26 July 2024 during the 46th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. The newly inscribed sites are "The Human Rights, Liberation and Reconciliation: Nelson Mandela Legacy Sites" and "The Emergence of Modern Human Behaviour: The Pleistocene Occupation Sites of South Africa." The Human Rights, Liberation and Reconciliation: Nelson Mandela Legacy Sites highlights 14 locations that are significant to South Africa’s 20th-century political history. Key sites include: The Union Buildings, Constitution Hill, Liliesleaf, Sharpeville (with three components), Walter Sisulu Square, 16 June 1976: The Streets of Orlando West, University of Fort Hare and ZK Mathews House (with two components), Mqhekezweni, Waaihoek and Ohlange. The Emergence of Modern Human Behaviour: The Pleistocene Occupation Sites of South Africa consists of three archaeological sites: Diepkloof Rock Shelter near Elands Bay, Pinnacle Point Site Complex in Mossel Bay, and Sibhudu Cave in KwaDukuza. These sites offer valuable insights into early human behaviour and survival strategies. Read more... https://lnkd.in/d69DAXek. Experience South Africa Travel with Liberty. southerafrica@liberty-int.com Liberty International Tourism Group Liberty Southern Africa DMC

SAUDI ARABIA The rock-hewn temples of Hegra and Dadan are the handiwork of the ancient civilisation that built Petra. Here’s why now is the time to visit ALULA. With major historical sites such as Machu Picchu and the Pyramids of Giza so ingrained in popular culture, it’s common to feel a sense of déjà vu when we finally see them with our own eyes. It’s a very different feeling visiting AlUla. While travellers familiar with Jordan’s Petra will recognise the rock-hewn temples of Hegra as the handiwork of the ancient Arabic Nabataean civilisation, the mind boggles as to how the wealth of geological and archaeological riches of this remote corner of north-western Saudi Arabia went virtually unknown to the outside world for more than 2000 years. When Saudi Arabia first opened to international tourists in 2019, the ancient oasis city of AlUla quickly emerged as its showpiece attraction. Unearthing AlUla’s ancient landscape Sculpted by millions of years of erosion, the region’s otherworldly landscape is worth the trip in itself, with immense boulders shaped like giant elephants and basaltic lava flows oozing from ancient volcanoes. Even more intriguing are the layers of history threaded through this ancient landscape that archaeologists are only just beginning to unravel. In a nation known for ambitious mega projects, AlUla could have been transformed into an archaeological Disneyworld with the US$15 billion earmarked for its development as a luxury tourism destination. https://lnkd.in/gYcpz4TP