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Partners working to preserve Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Promote Sustainable Tourism
World Heritage Alliance
July 23, 2008
The World Heritage Alliance for Sustainable Tourism, the U.S. National Park Service and the Big Island Visitors Bureau teamed up to kick off a three-city training event starting Wednesday, July 23 at the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
World Heritage Alliance
July 23, 2008
The World Heritage Alliance for Sustainable Tourism, the U.S. National Park Service and the Big Island Visitors Bureau teamed up to kick off a three-city training event starting Wednesday, July 23 at the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Cambodian and Thai forces nearly exchange fire amid temple standoff
Christian Science Monitor
July 19, 2008
Troops from Cambodia and Thailand have been amassing around Preah Vihear, an ancient temple claimed by both countries. UNESCO recently granted Cambodia's application for World Heritage Site status for the site.
Christian Science Monitor
July 19, 2008
Troops from Cambodia and Thailand have been amassing around Preah Vihear, an ancient temple claimed by both countries. UNESCO recently granted Cambodia's application for World Heritage Site status for the site.
Dozens of new World Heritage sites named
MSNBC
July 8, 2008
World heritage is a terrible thing to waste. Fortunately, for 27 places around the globe, that shouldn’t be an issue as they’ve just been added to UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites. Named during the organization’s World Heritage Committee meeting, now taking place in Quebec City, they’re the latest additions to a roster that recognizes places with outstanding natural or cultural value.
MSNBC
July 8, 2008
World heritage is a terrible thing to waste. Fortunately, for 27 places around the globe, that shouldn’t be an issue as they’ve just been added to UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites. Named during the organization’s World Heritage Committee meeting, now taking place in Quebec City, they’re the latest additions to a roster that recognizes places with outstanding natural or cultural value.
Twenty-seven new sites inscribed
UNESCO
July 8, 2008
The World Heritage Committee, meeting for its 32nd session, finished inscribing new sites on UNESCO’s World Heritage List on 8 July with the addition of 19 cultural sites and eight natural sites to the List.
UNESCO
July 8, 2008
The World Heritage Committee, meeting for its 32nd session, finished inscribing new sites on UNESCO’s World Heritage List on 8 July with the addition of 19 cultural sites and eight natural sites to the List.
Panda Rescue Efforts in China
Intelligent Travel
July 1, 2008
Over a month has passed since the devastating earthquake ripped through China, toppling schools, uprooting families, and destroying entire towns. And while the citizens of Sichuan Province begin to piece together their lives, the conservation community has begun work to restore the World Heritage panda breeding sanctuaries and hundreds of historic relics that were damaged and destroyed.
Intelligent Travel
July 1, 2008
Over a month has passed since the devastating earthquake ripped through China, toppling schools, uprooting families, and destroying entire towns. And while the citizens of Sichuan Province begin to piece together their lives, the conservation community has begun work to restore the World Heritage panda breeding sanctuaries and hundreds of historic relics that were damaged and destroyed.
United Nations Foundation Calls on World Heritage Committee and Country Governments to Help Preserve our Endangered World Heritage Sites
UN Foundation
June 30, 2008
“At the 32nd World Heritage Committee meeting in Quebec City this week, the health of 60 potentially endangered sites including the Galápagos Islands, Machu Picchu, and Virunga National Park will be discussed. World Heritage sites, both manmade and natural, have withstood the test of time for hundreds or even thousands of years. Yet some sites face imminent threats from external factors such as armed conflicts, climate change, and uncontrolled tourism.
UN Foundation
June 30, 2008
“At the 32nd World Heritage Committee meeting in Quebec City this week, the health of 60 potentially endangered sites including the Galápagos Islands, Machu Picchu, and Virunga National Park will be discussed. World Heritage sites, both manmade and natural, have withstood the test of time for hundreds or even thousands of years. Yet some sites face imminent threats from external factors such as armed conflicts, climate change, and uncontrolled tourism.
Friends of World Heritage Teams up with Indiana Jones™ to offer travelers the chance to follow in Indy’s footsteps
June 27, 2008
In coordination with the release of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull™, Friends of World Heritage—a grassroots initiative dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the protection of UNESCO World Heritage sites—is calling on individuals to test their World Heritage and Indiana Jones knowledge through its interactive and educational Adventure Quiz. After taking the quiz, the adventurers will be entered to win a trip for two on an exclusive Indiana Jones Travel Experience by Expedia.
June 27, 2008
In coordination with the release of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull™, Friends of World Heritage—a grassroots initiative dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the protection of UNESCO World Heritage sites—is calling on individuals to test their World Heritage and Indiana Jones knowledge through its interactive and educational Adventure Quiz. After taking the quiz, the adventurers will be entered to win a trip for two on an exclusive Indiana Jones Travel Experience by Expedia.
World Heritage sites under scrutiny
IUCN
June 19, 2008
“Natural World Heritage sites across the world are facing more and more threats,” says Julia Marton-Lefèvre, Director General of IUCN. “Mining, uncontrolled tourism and drastically declining wildlife populations are all taking their toll on these sites. The global community must do more to protect these priceless natural areas.”
IUCN
June 19, 2008
“Natural World Heritage sites across the world are facing more and more threats,” says Julia Marton-Lefèvre, Director General of IUCN. “Mining, uncontrolled tourism and drastically declining wildlife populations are all taking their toll on these sites. The global community must do more to protect these priceless natural areas.”
Thailand endorses Cambodia map of disputed temple
Xinhua
June 17, 2008
Thailand's Cabinet on Tuesday endorsed a new map of the disputed Preah Vihear temple drawn by neighboring Cambodia, which would pave the way for Cambodia's application to list the temple as a World Heritage Site. Cambodia will present the yet-to-be disclosed new map as a key document to experts of the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) at a meeting in Quebec next month.
Xinhua
June 17, 2008
Thailand's Cabinet on Tuesday endorsed a new map of the disputed Preah Vihear temple drawn by neighboring Cambodia, which would pave the way for Cambodia's application to list the temple as a World Heritage Site. Cambodia will present the yet-to-be disclosed new map as a key document to experts of the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) at a meeting in Quebec next month.
Great Lesser-Known UNESCO World Heritage Sites
PeterGreenberg.com
June 12, 2008
UNESCO World Heritage sites include some of the most beautiful, famous and historic landmarks around the world, from Australia’s Great Barrier Reef to Egypt’s Pyramids. But there are some that you may not have heard as much about–like Peru’s “geoglyphs” of Nazca or the ancient center of Edinburgh.
PeterGreenberg.com
June 12, 2008
UNESCO World Heritage sites include some of the most beautiful, famous and historic landmarks around the world, from Australia’s Great Barrier Reef to Egypt’s Pyramids. But there are some that you may not have heard as much about–like Peru’s “geoglyphs” of Nazca or the ancient center of Edinburgh.
Panda safety main concern of rangers
China Daily
June 11, 2008
90% of the panda houses in Wolong Nature Reserve have been destroyed. The pandas that survived are in danger from landslides, falling rocks, and aftershocks continue to threaten the entire province.
China Daily
June 11, 2008
90% of the panda houses in Wolong Nature Reserve have been destroyed. The pandas that survived are in danger from landslides, falling rocks, and aftershocks continue to threaten the entire province.
Lijiang balances protection and modernization
Xinhua
June 10, 2008
In 1997, the city of Lijiang in southwest China's Yunnan province became the first city in the country to be formally registered on the UNESCO World Natural and Cultural Heritage Sites list. Most people thought that entering the list would make the city more known to the whole country and the entire world. However, He Shizhou, director of the local bureau for the protection of the ancient city, said becoming one of the World Natural and Cultural Heritage Sites also means that the whole city must shoulder an unshakeable responsibility to protect its heritage at all times, while benefiting from its enhanced reputation.
Xinhua
June 10, 2008
In 1997, the city of Lijiang in southwest China's Yunnan province became the first city in the country to be formally registered on the UNESCO World Natural and Cultural Heritage Sites list. Most people thought that entering the list would make the city more known to the whole country and the entire world. However, He Shizhou, director of the local bureau for the protection of the ancient city, said becoming one of the World Natural and Cultural Heritage Sites also means that the whole city must shoulder an unshakeable responsibility to protect its heritage at all times, while benefiting from its enhanced reputation.
Loss and Damage Assessment after China Earthquake
UNESCO
June 6, 2008
Officials continue to assess the damage following the devastating May 12 earthquake in China, where approximately 69,000 people were killed and 19,000 are still missing. The 8.0 magnitude quake affected Sichuan Province in southwest China. The worst affected areas were two counties where two World Heritage sites are located: The Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries and the Mount Qingcheng and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System.
UNESCO
June 6, 2008
Officials continue to assess the damage following the devastating May 12 earthquake in China, where approximately 69,000 people were killed and 19,000 are still missing. The 8.0 magnitude quake affected Sichuan Province in southwest China. The worst affected areas were two counties where two World Heritage sites are located: The Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries and the Mount Qingcheng and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System.
Urgent Appeal Launched to Support China Earthquake Recovery Effort
June 3, 2008
Friends of World Heritage Fund to support efforts to rebuild panda sanctuary and support communities devastated by quake
June 3, 2008
Friends of World Heritage Fund to support efforts to rebuild panda sanctuary and support communities devastated by quake
Panda reserve mulls moving after quake damage
CNN
May 29, 2008
The world's most famous panda reserve wants to find a new home after its current one was badly damaged by this month's deadly earthquake in China.
CNN
May 29, 2008
The world's most famous panda reserve wants to find a new home after its current one was badly damaged by this month's deadly earthquake in China.
Pandas recovering from quake trauma
Xinhua Net
May 27, 2008
When eight 2-year-old pandas arrived at Beijing Zoo on Saturday after a long journey from their quake-damaged home Wolong reserve center, both the keepers and tourists cheered. As the "national treasures", the eight cubs, flown to Beijing by a special charted plane, had narrowly escaped death in the recent 8.0-magnitude quake that rocked southwest China's Sichuan and has claimed more than 65,000 lives, including six staff members at Wolong Nature Reserve.
Xinhua Net
May 27, 2008
When eight 2-year-old pandas arrived at Beijing Zoo on Saturday after a long journey from their quake-damaged home Wolong reserve center, both the keepers and tourists cheered. As the "national treasures", the eight cubs, flown to Beijing by a special charted plane, had narrowly escaped death in the recent 8.0-magnitude quake that rocked southwest China's Sichuan and has claimed more than 65,000 lives, including six staff members at Wolong Nature Reserve.
Tranquil temple at centre of a storm
BBC News
May 22, 2008
Preah Vihear Temple is in the middle of a territory disagreement between Cambodia and Thailand.
BBC News
May 22, 2008
Preah Vihear Temple is in the middle of a territory disagreement between Cambodia and Thailand.
3 pandas missing from reserve after China quake
International Herald Tribune
May 18, 2008
Three giant pandas are missing from the world's most famous panda reserve after the earthquake and five staff members were killed, a Chinese official said Sunday.
International Herald Tribune
May 18, 2008
Three giant pandas are missing from the world's most famous panda reserve after the earthquake and five staff members were killed, a Chinese official said Sunday.
Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Expedia, Inc. talks about sustainable tourism
BreakingTravelNews
April 21, 2008
BreakingTravelNews
April 21, 2008
Wind turbines on Galapagos replace 50 diesel generators
EarthNews
April 4, 2008
The Galapagos Islands — a mecca for environmentally minded tourists — has taken its first major step in disentangling itself from dependence on fossil fuels. Three wind turbines, installed on the island of San Cristobal as a part of an international partnership program and officially launched last week, are expected to generate enough energy annually to replace 50 diesel generators on the island.
EarthNews
April 4, 2008
The Galapagos Islands — a mecca for environmentally minded tourists — has taken its first major step in disentangling itself from dependence on fossil fuels. Three wind turbines, installed on the island of San Cristobal as a part of an international partnership program and officially launched last week, are expected to generate enough energy annually to replace 50 diesel generators on the island.
