UNESCO World Heritage Site

Lonely Planet reports that over 1.9 million domestic and foreign visitors visited Luang Prabang province in the first 11 months of 2024.

Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) announced further expansion with regard to its route network in Mainland China by next month.

UNESCO expanded its roster of World Heritage Sites with 24 new locations named at the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee meeting in New Delhi.

KYOTO, Japan – known for its rich traditional culture, Kyoto has long been a popular destination for  travelers seeking to immerse themselves in the traditions of Japan. 

 Oxford-based UNESCO World Heritage Site, Blenheim Palace, recently celebrated the reopening of its renowned Orangery at a showcase event in partnership with Nyetimber, England’s finest sparkling wine.

Violent floods have ripped through the ancient city of Petra in southern Jordan, triggering the evacuation of 1,700 tourists from the UNESCO world heritage site.

Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board announces the fourth edition of Mandu Festival with great elan and pride to be held from 7th to 11th January 2023

Diriyah, The City of Earth. begins a new chapter in its history as At-Turaif, the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the original home of the Al Saud family, and the seat of governance of the First Saudi State, opens its doors to the public for the first time on the 4th of December 2022.

The Ritz-Carlton announced the debut of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, marking a significant moment for the iconic hospitality brand as it makes its foray into the luxury yachting space.

The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO world heritage site, was among the 10 most popular ticketed monuments for domestic visitors in 2021-22, according to a new report released by the Union Ministry of Tourism.

Located in the centre of Hiroshima city, the hotel offers 24,780 sq. ft. of event space, the largest MICE facilities in the Chugoku and Shikoku region.

Ellora Caves, the UNESCO world heritage site in Maharashtra’s Aurangabad district, will become the first monument in the country to have a hydraulic lift.

The Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex has been added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List making it Thailand’s sixth World Heritage Site. The decision to add Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex was made at the World Heritage Committee’s 44th  session, held online and chaired from Fuzhou, China. The session will continue through to 31 July 2021. Located inside […]

The Old City of Jerusalem has become more accessible for both wheelchair users and the visually impaired, thanks to improved infrastructure and audio apps to help residents and visitors better navigate the small streets and alleyways. The accessibility of the city is an innovative and ground-breaking project that enables wheelchair bound residents and visitors to […]

The Walled City of Jaipur, known for its iconic architectural legacy and vibrant culture, on 6 July made its entry into the UNESCO World Heritage Site list. The announcement was made after the 43rd Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee (WHC), underway at Baku (Azerbaijan) from 30 June to 10 July, examined the nomination […]

Historians, archaeologists and locals were concerned that the multi-billion airport that is planned to be built near the famous Inca citadel.

Here are some of the best things to do at Amari Galle, to make sure your Sri Lankan itinerary is an unforgettable one.

Petra’s popular Mövenpick Nabatean Castle Hotel has officially reopened following the completion of an extensive renovation and enhancement project.

Myanmar’s government is preparing a UNESCO World Heritage bid for Mrauk-U, the ancient Arkanese capital in Rakhine state. The Irrawaddy reports that the proposal will be submitted by September next year, and will cover the ancient city’s remains and approximately 380 temples. From the 15th to the late 19th centuries, Mrauk-U was the seat of […]

The ancient capital of the Chenla Empire, which flourished in Cambodia’s pre-Angkor period up until the early 7th Century, has been recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage site. Sambor Prei Kuk, which literally means “the temple in the richness of the forest” in Khmer, is believed to be the site of Ishanapura, the capital […]