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	World Heritage Site - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a specific site (such as a forest, mountain range, lake, desert, building, complex, or city) that has been nominated, and confirmed, for inclusion on the list maintained by the international World Heritage Programme administered by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee.
		Each World Heritage Site is the property of the country on whose territory the site is located, but it is considered in the interest of the international community to preserve each site for future generations of humankind.
		Further site classification includes the classification of the state parties among five geographic zones: Africa, Arab States (composed of northern Africa and the Middle East), Asia-Pacific (includes Australia and Oceania), Europe and North America (specifically, USA and Canada), and Latin America and the Caribbean.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/World_Heritage_Site (1434 words)

	Edinburgh World Heritage Site UK (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		The concept of World Heritage Sites is based on UNESCO's 1972 Convention for the World Cultural and Natural Heritage.
		UNESCO established the World Heritage Committee to compile a list of properties and sites considered to be of outstanding universal value.
		World Heritage status marks the need to manage and safeguard the special character of the World Heritage Site.
	www.edinburgh.gov.uk /heritage/world_heritage_status.html (321 words)

	Auroville: A Future World Heritage site?
		The concept of World Heritage was established in November 1972, when the general Conference of UNESCO passed the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage.
		Under this convention a World Heritage Committee was set up and charged with compiling a World Heritage List of cultural and natural properties considered to be of outstanding universal value, submitted by the states that are parties to the convention.
		It concluded that appropriate methodologies for the assessment and selection of this type of heritage need to be developed and that strategies must be devised to advise states and the general public on the importance of the protection and conservation of modern heritage.
	www.auroville.org /journals&media/avtoday/Feb_04/world_heritage.htm (1276 words)

	Derwent Valley Mills - World Heritage Site
		Some sites are as ancient as the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt or as new as the 20th century modern movement architecture of the City University of Caracas.
		Parts of that heritage, because of their exceptional qualities, can be considered to be of outstanding universal value and as such worthy of special protection against the dangers, which increasingly threaten them.
		The purpose is to identify the sites worthy of the status of World Heritage Sites and then ensure their protection and conservation.
	www.derwentvalleymills.org /02_whs/whs_000.htm (1012 words)

	Avebury World Heritage Site Management Plan
		The rest of the WHS is in multiple ownership and is an intensely farmed landscape with a thriving local village at the core of the area.
		The international importance of Avebury, together with Stonehenge, was recognised by its inscription onto the World Heritage List, as site C373 (Stonehenge, Avebury and associated sites), in 1986 on the nomination of the UK Government.
		For a site to be included on the World Heritage List it must meet at least one of six criteria set out in the World Heritage Convention.
	www.eng-h.gov.uk /archcom/projects/summarys/html98_9/2257aveb.htm (2049 words)

	National Park Service's World Heritage Sites: The Statue of Liberty, New York
		"Liberty Enlightening the World" was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of liberty in the United States and the end of slavery after the American Civil War.
		It is one of the most universal symbols of political freedom and democracy in the world and is embraced frequently by advocates of self-gorvernance around the globe.
		Inscribed in 1984 as a Cultural site, under Criteria C (i) and (vi).
	www.cr.nps.gov /worldheritage/liberty.htm (197 words)

	Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site
		Because of the size of the World Heritage Site and the variety of different land uses to which it is subject, there is a particular need to develop a comprehensive management plan.
		While considerable benefit is derived from farming activity, the contribution of the World Heritage Site to the economy of the region through the development of tourism and related services has become increasingly important as other industries have declined.
		Resolution of the status and contribution to the World Heritage Site of the Wall in the urban areas of Tyneside and Carlisle.
	www.eng-h.gov.uk /ArchRev/rev95_6/hadrian.htm (1707 words)

	Orkney's UNESCO World Heritage Site
		In early December, 1999, it was confirmed that the Heart of Neolithic Orkney - the area of the West Mainland surrounding the Ring o' Brodgar - had been added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
		UNESCO's World Heritage List is specifically to identify and protect sites of "outstanding universal value," ensuring they are protected and appreciated for many years to come.
		To become a World Heritage Site, the governments of the relevant country must submit an application to the World Heritage Committee.
	www.orkneyjar.com /history/worldheritagesite (229 words)

	World Heritage Sites,World Heritage Site in India,World Heritage Indian Sites
		The World Heritage Sites in India are exceptional testimony to the development of various artistic expression, which are of outstanding value.
		World Heritage sites include forts and monuments, temple complexes and historic excavated sites of India.
		An immense mausoleum of white marble, the Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage.
	www.indiantravels.com /world-heritage-sites (183 words)

	UNESCO World Heritage List
		2000 The Cathedral and Churches of Echmiatsin and the Archaeological Site of Zvartnots
		2003 Gebel Barkal and the Sites of the Napatan Region
		The World Heritage List was established under terms of the Convention Concerning the Protection of World Culture and Natural Heritage adopted in November, 1972 at the 17th General Conference of UNESCO.
	fp.thesalmons.org /lynn/world.heritage.html (1972 words)

	Liverpool World Heritage Bid - World Heritage homepage
		A cultural World Heritage Site is an historic monument, site or group of buildings, which has outstanding universal value, to the whole international community, provided that it satisfies certain criteria specified by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
		There are over 750 World Heritage Sites across the world, including the Great Wall of China, the Pyramids of Giza and the Island of Goree, and the City of Bath, Hadrian's Wall and Stonehenge in the UK.
		Liverpool World Heritage City includes that part of the city which is both authentic and relates strongly to its historic role as a commercial port.
	www.liverpoolworldheritage.com (409 words)

	Greenwich ~ A World Heritage Site
		Maritime Greenwich was inscribed as a World Heritage Site (WHS) by UNESCO* in 1997.
		Now you are more likely to encounter students and visitors from all over the world who have come to appreciate not only the inspirational architecture, magnificent open spaces and exceptional museum collections, but also to enjoy the lively shopping experience and year-round programme of events.
		World Heritage Site status recognises Maritime Greenwich’s importance as a place of international significance.
	www.greenwichwhs.org.uk /world_heritage/index.asp (713 words)

	World Heritage Sites in the Kingdom of the Zulu
		World Heritage Sites in the Kingdom of the Zulu
		World Heritage Sites in the Kingdom of the Zulu or KwaZulu-Natal
		Measured against strict international criteria, World Heritage Sites are chosen for their outstanding universal qualities of natural or cultural significance and; in rare cases; a combination of natural and cultural factors.
	www.kzn.org.za /kzn/131.xml (1312 words)

	RUSSIA'S WORLD HERITAGE SITE
		The designation of World Heritage status for the virgin forests of Komi is a major victory for Russian and world environmental protection and an extremely prestigious nomination for the Komi Republic, the first natural World Heritage site on the territory of Russia.
		The addition of the site to the prestigious World Natural Heritage List will prove to be an economical boost for the region and it's people through tourism, management investment and securing sustainable use of the rich biodiversity fund, as has proven true with many other World Heritage sites around the world.
		World Bank studies have shown that the Komi region is nearly self-sufficient in food resources and entirely dependent upon what they grow themselves.
	ces.iisc.ernet.in /hpg/envis/doc-russia-wh.html (2616 words)

	Carlsbad Caverns National Park: A World Heritage Site (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		There are also two other World Heritage Sites in the state of New Mexico; Chaco Culture National Historical Park and Pueblo de Taos.
		These sites have been judged to be of such unique value that they should be considered part of a world heritage trust for all humankind.
		James Thorsell, Senior Advisor on Natural Heritage Sites for the International Conservation Union, in Geneva, Switzerland, spent three days at Carlsbad Caverns National Park in March 1995 for an on-site evaluation of the park's nomination.
	www.nps.gov /cave/worldher.htm (422 words)

	World Heritage site - Liverpool Waterfront
		The World Heritage Site includes twelve surviving historic docks, with the magnificent Albert Dock and Pier Head at their centre, six monumental dockside warehouses and many other important dock structures such as the dock security walls.
		UNESCO's World Heritage Committee is the focus for operation of the World Heritage Convention.
		World Heritage Sites are nominated by the appropriate nation state.
	www.liverpool-world-heritage.org (939 words)

	World Heritage Site - Bien du Patrimoine Mondial - Kluane/Wrangell-St. Elias/Glacier Bay/Tatshenshini-Alsek
		The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) established the World Heritage Program in 1972 for the identification and protection of the world’s irreplaceable natural and cultural resources.
		World Heritage Sites are important as storehouses of memory and evolution, as anchors for sustainable tourism and community, and as laboratories for the study and understanding of the earth and culture.
		This World Heritage Site protects the prominent mountain ranges of Kluane, Wrangell, Saint Elias, and Chugach.
	pubs.usgs.gov /sim/2004/2819 (388 words)

	Hampi World Heritage Site, India
		The battle of Talikota in 1565 and the invasion by Muslims from the south of India brought about the downfall of the Tuluva dynasty and left many of the temples and palaces at Hampi in ruins.
		Besides these structures excavated inside the site, Hampi is surrounded by more than 500 large and small temples still frequented by worshipers from all over the world.
		Added to the threat of natural disintegration are the ever-present relic robbers and traders who are quickly ruining the site.
	www.globalheritagefund.org /where/hampi_profile.html (1283 words)

	The Heritage Jurassic Coast of Dorset England
		Beneath the surface of this heritage Jurassic coast can still be seen reefs and fish which have not been devastated by the commercialisation suffered by the greater part of our English or European countryside and coastline.
		You may interested to know, that the local inhabitants, who have lived here for a years, welcome recognition of our Jurassic Coast, (jurassic coast), we are pleased to be classified as a 'World Heritage Site' (world heritage site), and are pleased to welcome you to our English site (english), do visit our fossil coastline.
		Our classification as an english world heritage site pleases us and you will be made welcome.
	www.heritagecoast.org (461 words)

	Hampi World Heritage Site, India
		Global Heritage Fund is leading the master planning and world-class conservation of the Chandraumalueshvara Temple at Hampi, one of the most architecturally beautiful and centrally located temples in this endangered UNESCO World Heritage site.
		The uniqueness of this site lies in vast area of monument complexes, the kingdom’s long reign as an advanced society and its unique architecture (which is Islamic for the secular buildings and purely Hindu for the religious structures).
		Global Heritage Fund has formed an Executive Council of Partners in Conservation who are leading the fundraising and lobbying effort, as well as master planning and conservation at Hampi focused on the Northwest Sector and Anegundi area.
	www.globalheritagefund.org /where/hampi.html (2039 words)

	World Heritage Site - The Drakensberg
		The spectacular Drakensberg mountains took their rightful place on the international tourism stage with the proclaiming of the 243 000 hectare uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park in December 200 as a World Heritage Site, significantly meeting the criteria for both cultural and natural properties.
		International recognition was granted in acknowledgement of the Park's unique ichness of biological diversity, its endemic and endangered species, its superlative vatural beauty and its masterpiece of human creative genius in the form of ten of thousands of San rock paintings.
		Many of the sites contain scenes depicting hunting, dancing, fighting, food gathering or ritual and trance scenes of hunting or rainmaking.
	www.drakensberg-tourism.com /world-heritage-site.html (373 words)

	Edinburgh World Heritage City (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		On this web site, you can find out about the Edinburgh World Heritage Partnership Group or visit some of Edinburgh's many historic places of interest (and download maps and opening times).
		You can also view images of the World Heritage Site that is specially protected and discover how to visit Edinburgh.
		The Edinburgh World Heritage Trust was created in 1999 to champion the preservation and enhancement of Edinburgh's World Heritage Site.
	heritage.edinburgh.gov.uk (139 words)

	WORLD HERITAGE STUDENT EXCHANGE HOME PAGE!
		World Heritage High School Student Exchange Program is one of the most respected international organizations dedicated to education through student exchange.
		As your World Heritage student becomes a part of your life, he or she will also gain a deeper appreciation for both your culture as well as his or her own culture.
		World Heritage exchange students are enthusiastic and come from a wide varieties of countries including: Brazil, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Spain, Switzerland and Thailand.
	www.world-heritage.org (270 words)

	SabahTravelGuide.Com, The ultimate travel guide to Sabah, Borneo (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Within its boundaries are found lowland rainforest of the tropical zone at its lower level, the montane oaks and fig trees, the rhododendron shrubs and wild berries of the temperate zone at its medium level, and the conifers an other alpine-like associations of the summit zone at its upper level.
		The Ice melted less than 10,000 years ago and evidence of glaciation is still visible in the form of scratches and striations in the rocks, and weathering by heat and cold, wind and rain, continues flaking and moulding the vast granite slabs.
		Today, Mt. Kinabalu, the youngest non-volcanic mountain in the world, is still growing at the rate of 5mm per year.
	www.sabahtravelguide.com /mapguide?page=kinabalupark (331 words)

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