World Heritage Sites
by Shalu Minj
1. UNESCO's Role
1.1. Identifies and recognizes sites.
1.2. Provides funding and technical support.
1.3. Promotes international cooperation.
2. Threats to Sites
2.1. Pollution
2.2. climate change
2.3. over-tourism
3. Conservation Strategies
3.1. Restoration projects
3.2. Environmental management
3.3. Community involvement.
4. Global Significance
4.1. Cultural Diversity
4.2. Biodiversity and Ecological Importance
4.3. Historical Legacy
5. Tourism and Economy
5.1. Economic Benefits
5.2. Sustainable Tourism
5.3. Cultural Exchange
6. Impact on Local Communities
6.1. Indigenous and Local Populations
6.2. Social and Cultural Development
6.3. Challenges and Conflicts
7. Cultural Sites
7.1. Taj Mahal, India
7.2. Great Wall of China, China
7.3. Pyramids of Giza (Egypt)
8. Natural Sites
8.1. Mount Everest, Nepal/China
8.2. Grand Canyon, USA
8.3. Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
9. Mixed Sites
9.1. Machu Picchu (Peru)
9.2. Mount Athos (Greece)
9.3. Great Barrier Reef (Australia)
10. Criteria for Selection
10.1. Universal value to humanity.
10.2. Integrity and authenticity.
10.3. Preservation and management systems.
11. Importance
11.1. Cultural Preservation
11.2. Environmental Conservation
11.3. Tourism Development
11.4. Education and Awareness
12. Threats and Challenges
12.1. Urbanization and industrialization.
12.2. Climate change and natural disasters.
12.3. Lack of funds for maintenance.