Colorful World Cultural and Natural Heritage (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: Yao Xiaohua, Editor-in-Chief
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Publishing Date: 2004-03-01
Features: World Heritage is the measure of our civilization, recording the footsteps of humanity and nature. It lets us know: who we are, where we come from, and where we are going! In the exploration of the world, we rely more on sight than other senses. A large amount of text can outline the subject, but images bring it to life. World Heritage includes both natural and cultural heritage, which are either precious treasures bestowed by nature or outstanding creations of humanity. Understanding these World Heritage sites provides insight into the unique natural landscapes, ethnic customs, social history, architectural arts, value systems, and cultural connotations of a country or region. As part of the Colorful Illustrated Human Geography series, this book provides detailed introductions and explanations of each World Heritage site's geographical location, historical background, scientific significance, cultural value, and heritage characteristics, accompanied by exquisite photographs. Using visual language, it offers a comprehensive analysis of each site, allowing readers to experience a sense of being there and enjoy the pleasure of appreciating the scenery. World and Natural Heritage are masterpieces created by nature and our ancestors. Humanity should pass them down from generation to generation in perfect condition. The core of the World Heritage Convention is to preserve the authenticity and integrity of the sites. Currently, World and Natural Heritage represent humanity's focus on the inheritance of civilization and the protection of the environment, becoming a focal point of social attention. Fortunately, people's conservation awareness is changing, and the protection of historical sites is not necessarily at odds with tourism development. Looking back at the 20th century, we have left too many regrets in how we treated famous historical and cultural sites; stepping into the 21st century, we must not repeat the mistakes of history.