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The 361 pages that link to World Heritage Site, each with the reason it gives.

• TimbuktuNarrower topic: Timbuktu’s historic center received international recognition for its cultural heritage.

• HuếNarrower topic: Huế’s monuments are protected and promoted through this international framework.

• Great ZimbabweNarrower topic: Great Zimbabwe received this status in 1986 for its archaeological and architectural significance.

• SamarkandNarrower topic: Samarkand's historic center received this designation in 2001.

• Lake BaikalNarrower topic: UNESCO inscribed Lake Baikal as a natural World Heritage Site in 1996.

• BukharaNarrower topic: Bukhara’s inscription brings international attention and conservation responsibilities.

• KrakówNarrower topic: Kraków’s historic center was among the first properties inscribed on the list in 1978.

• PersepolisNarrower topic: Persepolis received World Heritage status in 1979 for its archaeological and architectural significance.

• Inca road systemNarrower topic: The Qhapaq Ñan received World Heritage recognition for its cultural and historical significance.

• SundarbansNarrower topic: Separate Indian and Bangladeshi protected areas in the Sundarbans have this designation.

• Ajanta CavesNarrower topic: Ajanta’s 1983 inscription recognized its global cultural significance.

• MemphisNarrower topic: Memphis and its necropolis are protected within the UNESCO site named Memphis and its Necropolis.

• Terracotta ArmyNarrower topic: The mausoleum complex received UNESCO World Heritage status in 1987.

• AngkorNarrower topic: Angkor’s 1992 inscription brought international recognition and conservation obligations.

• QuitoNarrower topic: Quito’s historic center was among the first places inscribed on the World Heritage List.

• Kamchatka PeninsulaNarrower topic: Kamchatka’s Volcanoes received this designation for their exceptional volcanic landscapes.

• MarrakeshNarrower topic: Marrakesh's medina received this designation in 1985, shaping conservation and tourism.

• SanchiNarrower topic: Sanchi’s international designation frames its preservation as part of shared world heritage.

• SuzhouNarrower topic: Several Suzhou gardens receive this designation as outstanding examples of classical garden design.

• Bodh GayaNarrower topic: The Mahabodhi Temple Complex received this designation in 2002.

• Dinosaur Provincial ParkNarrower topic: The park received this designation for its exceptional fossil record and landscape.

• DiriyahNarrower topic: At-Turaif’s inscription gave international recognition to Diriyah’s historic significance.

• Mohenjo-daroNarrower topic: Mohenjo-daro's listing places its preservation within an international framework.

• AachenNarrower topic: Aachen Cathedral received this designation in 1978, the first German site listed.

• L'Anse aux MeadowsNarrower topic: The site's 1978 designation reflects its significance as evidence of transatlantic Norse expansion.

• TikalNarrower topic: Tikal received this designation for both its archaeological and natural value.

• LalibelaNarrower topic: Lalibela’s churches received international heritage recognition in 1978.

• Mesoamerican Barrier Reef SystemNarrower topic: The Belize reserve system received this designation in 1996.

• New CaledoniaNarrower topic: Parts of New Caledonia’s lagoons have international heritage protection.

• Kew GardensNarrower topic: Kew’s landscape and historic buildings received this international recognition in 2003.

• PaduaNarrower topic: Padua’s fourteenth-century fresco cycles received this designation in 2021.

• Skara BraeNarrower topic: Skara Brae’s heritage status supports its protection as part of a larger Orcadian property.

• Theban NecropolisNarrower topic: The Theban monuments form part of the UNESCO-listed Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis.

• Victoria FallsNarrower topic: UNESCO inscribed Victoria Falls as a transboundary natural site in 1989.

• Virunga National ParkNarrower topic: Virunga received this designation for its natural significance.

• Antoni GaudíNarrower topic: Seven Gaudí properties in or near Barcelona received World Heritage recognition.

• FerraraNarrower topic: Ferrara’s heritage designation places its urban history within an international preservation framework.

• Hōryū-jiNarrower topic: Hōryū-ji’s monuments were among Japan’s first properties inscribed on the World Heritage List.

• Jurassic CoastNarrower topic: The Jurassic Coast received this designation for its internationally significant geological record.

• Konark Sun TempleNarrower topic: Konark received this designation in 1984 for its exceptional architectural importance.

• Palace of WestminsterNarrower topic: The Palace forms part of the Westminster World Heritage Site with Westminster Abbey and St Margaret’s Church.

• SurtseyNarrower topic: Surtsey received World Heritage status in 2008 for its exceptional natural research value.

• Villa SavoyeNarrower topic: Villa Savoye is included in the transnational World Heritage property for Le Corbusier’s architectural work.

• ByblosNarrower topic: Byblos received World Heritage status for its historical layers and archaeological importance.

• HararNarrower topic: Harar Jugol received this designation in 2006 for its historic urban character.

• Kakadu National ParkNarrower topic: Kakadu’s international recognition rests on both natural and cultural significance.

• Le HavreNarrower topic: Le Havre’s postwar city center received this designation for its modern urban reconstruction.

• Mount KilimanjaroNarrower topic: Kilimanjaro National Park received this designation for its natural significance.

• Robben IslandNarrower topic: Robben Island received this designation in 1999 for its historical associations and surviving structures.

• Mount WutaiNarrower topic: Mount Wutai received this designation for its cultural landscape and Buddhist heritage.