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Ukraine war briefing: Russia attacks Unesco World Heritage site

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The Independent UK

Weekend desert trip? Sharjah cracks down on Mleiha National Park without permit, issues hefty fines

Sharjah authorities are cracking down on unauthorized entry into Mleiha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Strict fines and legal action now await off-roaders and visitors without prior authorization. Access is limited to approved, guided tours to protect fragile archaeological treasures and the environment. Plan ahead to avoid penalties…

The Times of India

Armagh Observatory continues centuries-old winter solstice tradition

The winter solstice, marking the shortest day and longest night of the year, happens just after 3pm on Sunday.

Evening Standard

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From Krakow to Valencia: What are the best European city breaks right now?

Travellers ranked these European cities as hot favourites for city breaks, offering rich culture, outstanding food and diverse experiences.

Euronews

These are the overlooked travel spots to escape the crowds in 2026

A Croatian island, Romanian walking trail and US national park made Intrepid Travel’s list of destinations to visit next year

The Independent UK

From Scotland to Venice: These are some of Europe’s most scenic train journeys

From the famous Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to Scotland’s Kyle Line, these picturesque rail journeys allow travellers to enjoy the best of Europe at a leisurely pace.

Euronews

Dozens Dead In Vietnam After Ha Long Bay Tourist Ferry Sinks

Rescuers were desperately searching for five people still missing on Sunday after 37 were killed when a boat capsized in one of Vietnam's most popular tourist destinations.

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Vietnam’s lesser-known destinations away from the tourist trail

Vietnam’s less-trodden pathways have so much to offer visitors, says Katie Lockhart – from buzzing street food markets to sky-high rice paddies and beautiful beaches

The Independent UK

Why you should visit Slovenia’s five Unesco heritage sites in 2025

From touring the Skocjan Caves to admiring the works of Joze Plecnik in the capital, Robin McKelvie explores five wondrous natural and cultural sites across Slovenia

The Independent UK

The Unesco World Heritage sites most at risk from climate change – and four are in the UK

Forth Bridge and St Kilda are among the UK heritage sites that are most at risk of being impacted by climate change

The Independent UK

An entry fee may not be enough to save Venice from 20 million tourists

Venice’s history, art and architecture attract an estimated 20 million visitors every year. The city, a Unesco World Heritage site, is often crammed with tourists in search of special memories.

The Conversation

10 of the world’s most beautiful Unesco World Heritage Sites

For ultimate travel bragging rights, these are the place to tick off your bucket list

The Independent UK

The New York style-park an hour from Greater Manchester backed to win world heritage status

The park is among seven sites the Government has put forward for UNESCO world heritage status

Manchester Evening News

WRC Mexico: Tanak heads Rovanpera after superspecial dominance

The M-Sport driver clocked the fastest time through the two passes of the famous street stage held around the Unesco World Heritage site in downtown Guanajuato.

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Diriyah’s At-Turaif, Bujairi Terrace to Start Welcoming Visitors Next Week

Saudi Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb inaugurated the UNESCO World Heritage sites At-Turaif and the Bujairi Terrace in Diriyah on Monday. Visitors will start flocking to the sites on Dec.

Bangkok Post

Park to be tabled for World Heritage status

Thailand's World Heritage Convention Committee, led by Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon, is gathering details for an application for Udon Thani's Phu Phra Bat Historical Park for consideration as a Unesco World Heritage site.

WEKU

Glaciers from Yellowstone to Kilimanjaro are predicted to disappear by 2050

A new report says glaciers in a third of UNESCO World Heritage sites will disappear. Two-thirds of glaciers in the heritage sites can be saved — but only if carbon emissions are cut quickly, it says.

Daily Mirror

You can now book a glamping holiday on the edge of a volcanic crater

The Highlands Camp in Tanzania is in a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is made up of canvas and glass-domed tents with wooden floors and a circular seating area

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UNESCO World Heritage Site Revealed As One Of Oldest Neanderthal Archaeological Locations

The Gallery of Statues site is located in the Cueva Mayor-Cueva del Silo Complex in the Atapuerca archeological site, in Spain.

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Moonta Mines Uniting Church on market, residents worried about UNESCO World Heritage bid

The Moonta Mines Uniting Church was built in 1865 by members of the Baptist community who had migrated from Cornwall to mine copper. It's a history the locals are keen to preserve.

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