Underwater artifacts make up a small proportion of colonial-era heritage, but as their number increases, the time is ripe for ...

Once a holding cell for kidnapped Africans, the island’s House of Slaves is today a UNESCO World Heritage site—and the site of healing and atonement.

India is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites that were originally temples. These sites, rich in history and architectural grandeur, showcase the artistic brilliance of ancient Indian ...

Dakar, the capital of Senegal, is a vibrant city known for its music, art and cultural festivals. Situated on the Atlantic coast, it features landmarks like the African Renaissance Monument and Goree ...

As dusk settles over Mbacke Kadior, a village in central Senegal, the rhythmic chants of the Muslim worshippers dressed in patchwork garments fill the air. Gathered in a tight circle outside a ...

There are currently more than 1,000 UNESCO World Heritage Sites across 168 countries, with 25 sites located in the United States. “Becoming a World Heritage Site opens the door to recognition ...

For the first time in history, a location beyond Earth has been designated as vulnerable by the World Monuments Fund (WMF), an international nonprofit that highlights 25 heritage sites at risk ...

For the first time in history, a location beyond Earth has been designated as vulnerable by the World Monuments Fund (WMF), an international nonprofit that highlights 25 heritage sites at risk ...