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World Heritage Sites

A World Heritage Site is a location whose continued existence needs to be protected because of its outstanding cultural or physical legacy for all humankind. The decision is made by 21 members elected by the General Assembly to the World Heritage Committee of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Questions deal with the already recognized sites as well as with the possible candidates, which may include starlight reserves, mountains, monuments, lakes, forests, deserts, cities, and buildings.

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Why bhimbetka is classified as UNESCO world heritage site?

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Bhimbetka is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site because it is one of the oldest known places of human habitation, with its rock shelters providing evidence of continuous human settlement from the Paleolithic period. The site is of immense archaeological and anthropological importance as it showcases the evolution of human artistic expressions over thousands of years. Bhimbetka also holds significance as it provides insight into the cultural and social practices of ancient humans.

Is Arc De Triumph in Paris a world heritage site?

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Yes, the Arc de Triomphe in Paris is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is an iconic landmark and symbol of French history and national pride.

Is Rottnest Island a world Heritage site?

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No, Rottnest Island is not a World Heritage site. However, it is a popular tourist destination in Western Australia known for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, and unique wildlife, particularly the quokkas.

Is the Eiffel tower a world heritage site?

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Yes the Eiffel tower is a world heritage site.

What region is it in eastern Antarctica?

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An article (abbreviatedart) is a word (or prefix or suffix) that is used with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun. Articles specify grammatical definiteness of the noun, in some languages extending to volume or numerical scope. The articles in the English language are the and a/an, and (in some contexts) some. 'An' and 'a' are modern forms of the Old English 'an', which in Anglian dialects was the number 'one' (compare 'on', in Saxon dialects) and survived into Modern Scots as the number 'ane'. Both 'on' (respelled 'one' by the Normans) and 'an' survived into Modern English, with 'one' used as the number and 'an' ('a', before nouns that begin with a consonant sound) as an indefinite article.

Traditionally in English, an article is usually considered to be a type of adjective. In some languages, articles are a special part of speech, which cannot easily be combined with other parts of speech. It is also possible for articles to be part of another part of speech category such as a determiner, an English part of speech category that combines articles and demonstratives (such as 'this' and 'that').

In languages that employ articles, every common noun, with some exceptions, is expressed with a certain definiteness (e.g., definite or indefinite), just as many languages express every noun with a certain grammatical number (e.g., singular or plural). Every noun must be accompanied by the article, if any, corresponding to its definiteness, and the lack of an article (considered a zero article) itself specifies a certain definiteness. This is in contrast to other adjectives and determiners, which are typically optional. This obligatory nature of articles makes them among the most common words in many languages-in English, for example, the most frequent word is the.[1]

Articles are usually characterized as either definite or indefinite.[2]A few languages with well-developed systems of articles may distinguish additional subtypes.

Where is the city beirut located?

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Beirut is a Mediterranean city located in Lebanon. Lebanese culture and food is some of the most delicious and simple food in the world. Juxtaposed between a Spanish/Italian culture and an Arabian and Indian culture, Lebanon has the best of both worlds. A visit to a Lebanese restaurant will reveal both gyros, cucumber sauce, and tomatoes and curries, tapenads, and delicate pastries.

What are examples of famous sites in Venice Italy?

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pizza

leaning tower of pizza

itilans

beaches

mafia

cars

the altopedies

When did the 'Great Wall of China' become a world heritage site?

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It became a world heritage site in 1987. It is the longest structure ever built and it is made all by hand. As well as it shows how China was ahead of their time when it was built. It also shows human interaction with nature.

Is Mt Rushmore a world heritage site?

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Yes, its designation is "Mount Rushmore National Memorial."

Why was the Colosseum placed on the world heritage list?

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It was listed in 1980 by UNESCO and the historic center of Rome. The Colosseum (Amphitheatrum Caesareum) is a important place of history.

When was gol gumbaz granted world heritage status?

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In 1983, the Taj Mahal was declared a World Heritage site. The greatness and uniqueness of this site are the source of the monument's importance, and so the reason it was designated a World Heritage site. The UNESCO organization says the Taj Mahal is "considered to be the greatest architectural achievement in the whole range of Indo-Islamic architecture", not only in appearance but in its construction and conception. Furthermore the Taj Mahal has maintained "integrity", in that it remains as authentic a piece of architecture as it was when first selected to be a World Heritage site.

Why is the Pyramid of Giza a world heritage site?

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The World Heritage Site states - "The site was added to the World Heritage List already in 1979, recognizing the universal admiration for the Pyramids, their antiquity and the exceptional civilization they represent"because it is the largest set of pyramids in the WORLDS

Are there any World Heritage sites in Stockholm?

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Sweden is a beautiful country that is rich in culture. Some of the best tourist sites in Sweden are:

* Stockholm, the country's capital, is home to many cultural treasures. Old Town is a quaint stretch that boats preserved historic buildings and cobblestone streets. Österlånggatan and Västerlånggatan are pedestrian streets filled with vendors and boutiques. While in Stockholm, you can also visit the Palace Museum and City Hall.

* Take a boat ride to Drottningholm Palace and see where the Royal Family of Sweden lives. You can also see a play at the Royal Theatre, where 18th century plays are performed the way they were hundreds of years ago.

* Visit one of the 16 glassworks shops in the southern province of Småland and see this interesting craft in action * Children will love going to Santaworld, a Christmas theme park, in Mora.

Why is Fontainebleau a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

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The Eiffel Tower is a World Heritage site as a part of the Banks of the Seine. This area has many masterpieces along the river with the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Les Invalides and the Louvre. This area shows the development of the river city that Paris has always been as well as a great example of 19th and 20th century town planning.

Which year did Hawa Mahal become a UNESCO world heritage site?

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Yes Hawa Mahal is part of the city of Jaipur and World Heritage Site of Jantar Mantar.

How did the Grand Canyon become a World Heritage Site?

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The text of the World Heritage Site Convention specifies that a site is worthy for CONSIDERATION of such designation (ONLY if, of course, the government controlling the site requests such a consideration) if the site consists "of physical and biological formations or groups of such formations, which are of outstanding universal value from the aesthetic or scientific point of view". If the Grand Canyon does not meet that criteria, then no spot on this planet does so.

The U.S. government requested this designation, and UNESCO granted it. The U.S. government could, of course, withdraw this designation at any time; and UNESCO would have no choice but to remove it.

Why is important that pompeii is listed as unesco world heritage site?

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The discovery of Pompeii is important to us because the ruins give us insight into the everyday life of the average Roman, not just the elite that the ancient writers mention. In addition to the types of businesses, types of houses, and types of decorations, we also get insight as to the health of the ancient citizens. Analysis of the teeth of the victims gives us an indication of the general health of the people and also in some cases, where the people originated. Analysis of the sewers and latrines also contribute to our understanding of the diets of the people. Reading the graffiti on the walls gives us an indication of the education of the average person. Just about all that is discovered and studied in Pompeii is important to both historians and the curious.

What are some slogans for Portugal?

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The motto of Catholic University of Portugal is 'A Ω Veritati'.

What Country has the most world heritage sites?

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With 44 locations, Italy is the country that holds the world's record for maximum number of World Heritage Sites.

What does rich heritage mean?

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It is the history of your ancestors. Can also refer to traditions of your family and culture passed down through the family line.

How many UNESCO World heritage sites does China have?

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There are 200 Landmarks in China, The Great Wall is 1 Major.

Why is Stonehenge on the world heritage list?

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Because It's not known why it was built...

It is belived to be Britains oldest landmark. However, nobody knows why it was built. Some belive it is an early clock but nobody knows for sure.

Posilble the most amazing thing about it is that the rocks came from Wales meaning the workers would have carried these vast rocks the distance of the modern M4,

not bad seeing as they are about 2 tons each.

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Why is the cradle of humankind a heritage site?

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The Cradle of Humankind (as a part of the Fossil Hominid Sites of South Africa) is a World Heritage site under criteria iii and vi. Found at the site were specimens dating back 3.5 million years and threw light on the origins and evolution of mankind. These sites are also situated in areas that allowed for the conservation of these fossils and the site is a vast reserve of scientific data universal scope and incredible potential. These sites conclusively proved that africa is the cradle of humankind.

What is physical heritage?

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Physical heritage refers to the qualities of a persons physical appearance (what they look like) which were inherited from their blood relatives.

What is UNESCO role in the relation protecting the world heritage site?

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UNESCO protects and preserve the World Heritage sites.