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A List of my top 15 Favorite UNESCO Sites
United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization = UNESCO Most of us have heard of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, I hope! But do we truly understand the meaning and significance of these sites? According to the UNESCO website, their mission is to build peaceful relationships internationally through education, science, and culture. Heritage Sites are areas around the world that are legally protected by UNESCO. World Heritage Sites (WHS) are set up by UNESCO for their historical, cultural, natural, educational, and scientific significance. WHS are not just structures created by man but can also be natural wonders of the world. As of now, there are 1154 World Heritage Sites across 167…
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Visit Tikal, Guatemala – The Ancient Mayan City
Tikal, Guatemala, one of the greatest ancient cities of the Mayan world. This famous archaeological site is well known, yet hidden to many tourists because of it’s secluded location. Tikal is located in northern Guatemala within the Maya Biosphere Reserve. The most notable features of Tikal are the tall and slender pyramids surrounded by lush jungles and the abundance of wildlife. You can explore the site for days and continue to find new ruins, many which have yet to be excavated. There are thousands of structures that have been uncovered and only a small percentage of the ruins have been thoroughly explored. The Mayan Civilization at Tikal It is believed…
