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Smritivan Earthquake Memorial in Gujarat’s Bhuj Among UNESCO’s Most Beautiful Museums’ List; PM Narendra Modi Reacts

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Smritivan has become India's first museum to receive global acclaim for its adherence to local culture and environmental conservation. The recognition is a moment of immense pride for every Gujarati, with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel…

Saturday, Jun 15

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What is Smritivan Museum, shortlisted for Unesco's Prix Versailles Award 2024?

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The Smritivan Earthquake Memorial Museum in Bhuj has been listed among the 7 most beautiful museums in the world under the prestigious Prix Versailles Award.

Friday, Jun 14

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Disappearing Mali pond threatens UNESCO fishing tradition

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Thousands of fishermen holding cone-shaped nets stood side by side, cheering and chanting as they waited for the signal. Suddenly, they rushed to a large muddy pond and cast their nets, dropping to their knees in the mud. Soon, one proudly…

Which UNESCO World Heritage Sites Get the Most Visitors?

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UNESCO World Heritage sites are well-known to many tourists. Both great and small, these sites stand out for their impact on human heritage. If you’ve traveled to one before, then you’ve likely felt a sense of deep wonder and appreciation.…

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World News | A Pond in Warming Mali is Disappearing, and a UNESCO-listed Fishing Tradition is in Danger

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Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. Thousands of fishermen holding cone-shaped nets stood side by side, cheering and chanting as they waited for the signal. Suddenly, they rushed to a large muddy pond and cast their nets,…

A pond in warming Mali is disappearing, and a UNESCO-listed fishing tradition is in danger

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Thousands of fishermen holding cone-shaped nets stood side by side, cheering and chanting as they waited for the signal. Suddenly, they rushed to a large muddy pond and cast their nets, dropping to their knees in the mud. Soon, one proudly…

A pond in warming Mali is disappearing, and a UNESCO-listed fishing tradition is in danger

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By MOUSTAPHA DIALLO Associated Press SAN, Mali (AP) — For hundreds of years, people have gathered in the southern Mali town of San for a collective fishing rite in June that begins with animal sacrifices and offerings to the water spirits…

A pond in warming Mali is disappearing, and a UNESCO-listed fishing tradition is in danger

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SAN, Mali (AP) — Thousands of fishermen holding cone-shaped nets stood side by side, cheering and chanting as they waited…

A pond in warming Mali is disappearing, and a UNESCO-listed fishing tradition is in danger

www.independent.co.uk

For hundreds of years, people have gathered in the southern Mali town of San for a collective fishing rite in June that begins with animal sacrifices and offerings to the water spirits of Sanké pond

Thursday, Jun 13

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Wego and GNTO Launch Partnership to Highlight Germany's UNESCO Treasures and Eco-Friendly Travel Experiences

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DUBAI, UAE, June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), announce a strategic partnership with the German National Tourist Office (GNTO)…

Wednesday, Jun 12

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In a rush to flush: China installs timers above women's toilet cubicles at UNESCO site so fellow guests can tell how long they have been 'engaged'

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The 1500-year-old UNESCO World Heritage site, Yungang Grottoes in northern China have installed small timer screens above each toilet cubicle in the women's toilet.

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UNESCO Laureate To Anchor UN Conference On Safeguarding Businesses

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….Projected 50% Shortfalls in Water Supply: “Businesses To Lose $,390 Billion USD Globally -UN Reports UNESCO Laureate, Prof Sir Bashiru Aremu, has applauded the leadership of United Nations on one day webinar invitation to join…

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UNESCO says world is not doing enough to protect oceans

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It says humans are heavily reliant on healthy oceans for their survival yet the world is not taking strong enough action to protect them.

China installs toilet timers at Unesco world heritage site: ‘Your time is counted’

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Yungang Grottoes staff members say timers installed to cope with increase in number of visitors

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K-pop stars Seventeen to become Unesco ambassadors

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PARIS, June 12 — K-pop megastars Seventeen will become Unesco “goodwill ambassadors” from June 26, the United Nations bo...

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Nan latest province to get Unesco world heritage push

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The government aims to promote cultural tourism between Nan in the North of Thailand and Luang Prabang, the old capital of Laos, government spokesman Chai Watcharonke said.

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Tuesday, Jun 11

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SEVENTEEN Named First-Ever UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador For Youth

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The K-pop group's honor comes after they participated in the 13th UNESCO Youth Forum in Paris in November.

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Writers’ association among three NGOs accredited by Unesco for Intangible Cultural Heritage

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 ― The National Writers Association of Malaysia (Pena) and two other Malaysian non-governmental...

Sunday, Jun 9

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NCC and UNESCO Collaborate to Empower Artists in Creative Arts Industry

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News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, GNA, https://newsghana.com.gh/ncc-and-unesco-collaborate-to-empower-artists-in-creative-arts-industry/More than 50 artists within the performing and visual arts sectors in the Central…