Through our global network of biosphere reserves and geoparks, UNESCO is advancing the science needed to protect soil ecosystems and support communities on the frontlines of environmental change.

The US boasts 26 Unesco World Heritage sites, some of which are globally famous, like the Grand Canyon, while others are less ...

There are 1,248 locations on the World Heritage List, from ancient cities to natural wonders. Visiting them is growing in popularity, as more travelers seek cultural immersion over sightseeing.

Over-tourism is forcing UNESCO sites to ban photography, citing physical degradation, erosion of cultural sanctity, and ...

UNESCO’s first global biodiversity and climate assessment finds 98% of its 2,200+ sites have faced climate extremes since 2000, with a 1°C (1.8°F) rise by 2050 expected to triple exposure. Around 20% ...

Discover the top 10 countries with the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2025. Explore which nations lead in cultural and natural heritage protection.

Alberta boasts more UNESCO World Heritage sites —protected areas or landmarks possessing cultural creativity, historical ...

Once a crossroads of empires and ideas, Uzbekistan remains one of the best-preserved witnesses to the Silk Road’s influence ...

Atop one of Egypt's Sinai mountains, near where the three Abrahamic faiths say God spoke with Moses, another unmistakable ...

In 2017, the Trump administration cut the United States’ ties with the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) completely, which had only happened once before, in ...

A growing number of people are seeking out UNESCO World Heritage sites when they're traveling. Maria Korneeva, Getty Images How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites have you visited? Els Slots, the ...