UNESCO World Heritage Sites represent our world’s most precious natural and cultural legacies. They tell the story of humankind in different times and place, and showcase extraordinary natural wonders. Among them are the Great Wall of China, the Galápagos Islands, the Pyramids, Venice and Yellowstone National Park. Here are stories about some of the sites that we’ve had the privilege to visit.
Old Town Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada: From farmers to fishermen to historic treasure
Archaeological Site o f Delphi, Greece: Oracle of Apollo draws travelers to the center of the Earth
Historic District of Old Quebec City, Quebec, Canada: New France Festival
Taos Pueblo,New Mexico, USA: Cultural traditions enrich ancient Indian village
Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Alberta and British Columbia, Canada: Alpine landscape’s natural beauty mesmerizes visitors (Photo essay)
Everglades National Park, Florida, USA: Gators, crocs and birds galore populate unique national park
Pantanal Conservation Area, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil: Kids make drawings of their favorite birds, animals and wildlife
Dinosaur Provincial Park, Alberta, Canada: A natural wonderland of fossils, hoodoos and cottonwoods
Robben Island, Cape Town, South Africa: Symbol of the triumph of humankind over oppression
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA: Intriguing geysers and wildlife highlight its scenic wonders
Alberta, Canada’s 5 World Heritage Sites (Dinosaur Provincial Park, Head Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, Waterton Glacier International Peace Park, Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Wood Buffalo National Park): Alberta’s UNESCO Trail scenic drive links five World Heritage Sites
Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado, USA: Sleuth Dog – The big question. (World Heritage Pointer children’s story)
Historic Center of Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: Samba Dog – Strange sights, sounds and statues. (World Heritage Pointerchildren’s story)
Monticello and the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA: Patriot Dog - Invitation to a birthday party? (World Heritage Pointerchildren’s story)
The Forbidden City, Beijing, China: Dragon Dog – The powerful palace lion roars. (World Heritage Pointer children’s story)
The Summer Palace and The Temple of Heaven, Beijing, China: Dragon Dog – A stone boat, talking wall and other oddities. (World Heritage Pointer children’s story)
The Great Wall of China, China: Dragon Dog – Dancing on the wall. (World Heritage Pointer children’s story)
