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A petition from hundreds of residents calling for Burns Bog to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site was presented in the House of Commons today by Sukh Dhaliwal, Member of Parliament for Newton-North Delta.This recognition of Burns Bogs status as a cultural and environmental landmark would go a long way to preserving the bog for generations to come. It is high time that it become a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dhaliwal said. I congratulate the Burns Bog Conservation Society and other leaders …

Baeza, a World Heritage City in the province of Jaén, offers visitors the chance to discover a rich and well-preserved Renaissance heritage. www.spain.info

Melaka, Malaysia is best known for its well preserved culture and heritage. This is why Melaka earned its place in the coveted UNESCO world heritage sites. Melaka or Malacca is Malaysia’s oldest historical city and one of the most popular tourists’ spots in the world today. The town of Melaka is small and compact. You can visit all of its interesting sites just by walking down the narrow streets lined with specialty shops and century-aged houses. With combined effort from the Melaka Tourist Information Center and American Express Foundation, they developed the Melaka Heritage Trail that will bring tourists to the right places just by following the map. Melaka Heritage Trail is like a walk back in time for tourists. This map is made simple with easy-to-follow diagram and descriptions of each suggested site. When visiting Melaka, stop by at the Melaka Tourist Information Center first, to pick up your map and for best tips on how to maximize your visit to this ancient town. The center is located right at the heart of old Malacca. Your trail will start here and should end here as well. There are 10 major stops, not to mention your “side-stops” to interesting shops and spots along the trail. So, here it is, enjoy! Your first stop is to the site where Melaka history started and took shape, the Malacca River. This river was once a busy, major port playing an important role in the spice trade but now it is only used for tourism purposes. Because of this port, Melaka had been colonized by foreign blood so many times. Melaka River Cruises are also offered in this area. At the eastern bank of this river, you can find 15th century Hindu Prince Parameswara’s palace. Explore the world of Baba Nyonya heritage or Peranakan culture with your next stop. This culture began with inter-racial marriages between the Chinese settlers and native Malay women in Melaka. The Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock is the “rich people” lane where houses are designed exquisitely with blends of Dutch and Chinese influences. You can also find Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum in this side of the street where guided tours are held upon request. Check out the miniature shoes, intricately designed, in display. They were used by foot-bound female of Baba Nyonyans. A short walk and you will find yourself face to face with Malaysian’s oldest Buddhist temple that is fully functional despite its age, the Cheng Hoon Teng or Green Cloud temple. Religiously activities are held here everyday. Further along is the oldest mosque in Malaysia, the Kampong Kling Mosque that was built with Sumatran influence in 1748. Kampong Kling Mosque still remains as the central of the Malay community. Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Malaysia and one of the firsts. This temple is dedicated to Vinayagar, a deity who is known to remove obstacles. Now, when you see the famous bright red building, you will know you are still right on track. This old protestant church is called Christ Church and it is situated in Dutch Square. It is said that there are tombstones underneath the church. Masses are regularly conducted here in different dialects to cater to its multi-lingual congregation and one should not miss the clock tower that was built in 1886. Going around, you will see the St. Paul’s Historical Complex which houses three of Melaka’s oldest buildings. At the foot of St. Paul’s Hill, you will find the former residence of Dutch governor built in 1650. This building is hard to miss since it was painted red. Right up the top of the hill is the St. Paul’s Church where you can also see the magnificent view of Malacca Strait. On the other side is the surviving gate of A Famosa called Porta de Santiago which was built in 1512. Stumble upon Malacca Sultanate palace on your way back. This is a fairly new building if compared to those in site since it is a replica of the original palace. It is now home to Malacca Cultural Museum. Your last stop will be the Malacca Club or the Proclamation of Independence memorial. This trail will lead you back to Melaka Tourist Information Center, ending your journey through this fantastic and rich culture of Melaka. After visiting the important sites, feel free to roam around for some more.

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The world heritage site Mapungubwe, is a highlight on Open Afica’s “Lost Kingdoms” Route in the far north of South Africa’s Limpopo Province. It traces back African history for a thousand years. Heritage guide Cedric Sethlako introduces producer Charl Pauw and other visitors to the archeological site.

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India is the land of vibrant culture and diverse heritage. This is the only place where one can find people following different religion, culture, languages and difference life style but bear the same spirit of nationality. Despite of having diversity, India is prominent for “Unity in Diversity”. In India people celebrate different festivals like Janmashtami, Holi, Dassehera, Christmas, Rakshabandhan, Deepawali, Id-ul-Zuha, Ramnavami, Guru Nanak Jayanti etc. Indian heritage is well known for its beauty and royalty all over the world. Heritage destinations in India are one of the most visited tourist destinations. They have always been an incredible choice for exploring the past and culture of India. Agra Fort in Uttar Pradesh, Ajanta and Ellora Claves in Maharashtra, Qutub Minar in Delhi, Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh, Red Fort in Delhi, and Taj Mahal in Uttar Pradesh are some of the famous heritage destinations in India that speaks up the Indian history. Some Heritage Destinations in India: Taj Mahal in Uttar Pradesh- Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful creations of man in this Earth. It is “the epitome of love”, “a monument of immeasurable beauty” and one of 7 wonders of the world. The construction of the building began around 1632 and was completed around 1653. The name “Taj Mahal” was derived from the name of Shah Jahan wife Mumtaz Mahal and means “Crown Palace”. Ajanta and Ellora Claves in Maharashtra- Ajanta and Ellora Claves in Maharashtra has been designated as a World Heritage Site in India. Here the walls and ceilings of the caves are decorated with the beautiful paintings that depict incidents from the life of the Buddha and various Buddhist divinities. Fatehpur Sikri in Uttar Pradesh- Fatehpur Sikri (the city of Victory) was the capital of Mughal Empire that was built in the second half of the 16th century. Royal city which is located in Uttar Pradesh blended with both Islamic and Hindu elements in their architectural style. Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks- Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks are situated in Chamoli, Uttarakhand. The beautiful land is abundant of flora and fauna like Brahma-Kamal and Bharal (blue mountain goat) that made it a sanctuary of nature. Konark Temples in Orissa- Konark Sun Temple often called as the Black Pagoda is dedicated to God Sun. It was built in 13th century by Raja Narasinghs Deva-I of the Ganga Dynasty. The temple was a representative of the Chariot of the Sun with 12 pairs of huge wheels and 7 horses. Mahabaleshwar temple in Karnataka – Mahabaleshwar temple, a sacred Hindu pilgrimage is located in Gokarna. Mahabaleshwar derives its name from Lord Mahabali (Lord Shiva). Mahabaleshwar is the highest point of the Western Ghats and is known for its two ancient temples – the Krishna or Panchganga temple and the Old Mahabaleshwar temple. Buddhist Monuments in Madhya Pradesh- Buddhist Monuments (monolithic pillars, palaces, temples and monasteries) in Sanchi are the most ancient examples of Buddhist art and architecture, a World Heritage site with Buddhist monuments are from the age of late 7th or early 8th century. It is the oldest wooden building in the world. Mahabodhi Temple Complex in Bihar- Mahabodhi Temple Complex in Bihar is the earliest Buddhist temples built entirely in brick. It is the ancient brick structure that was built in 3rd century B. C. It is also known as “Great Awakening Temple” in Bodh Gaya. It is the region where Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) attained enlightenment. And it is one of the four holy sites of Buddhism.