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Thailand and Cambodia Dispute Ownership of 11th-Century Preah Vihear Shiva Temple

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Preah Vihear

Nestled in the Dângrêk Mountains, where jagged cliffs mark the border between Thailand and Cambodia, the Preah Vihear Temple stands as a testament to the Khmer Empire’s 11th-century grandeur. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this UNESCO World Heritage site, built under King Suryavarman II, is a masterpiece of Hindu architecture, blending intricate sandstone carvings with a … Read more

UNESCO Removes 3 African Sites From the List of Endangered Sites

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In a significant step toward safeguarding global heritage, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has officially removed three African sites from its List of World Heritage in Danger. This announcement came during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris on July 9. The sites—Rainforests of the Atsinanana in … Read more