So what does it take to make it on the revered UNESCO World Heritage Site list? Aside from having to "be of outstanding universal value," a site must meet at least one of 10 additional criteria ...

Locations deemed World Heritage sites are of "outstanding universal value to humanity" and should be "protected for future generations to appreciate and enjoy," according to Unesco. The ...

The grand opening featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication of the World Heritage Center veranda, a legacy gift from ...

Recognizing that we had a key role to play in marine conservation, UNESCO established the World Heritage Marine Programme in 2005. The programme’s mandate is to promote effective conservation of ...

Today, there are more than 1,000 sites throughout the world that are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites, and 22 of them are located within the United States. These wonders range from iconic ...