The "Chateau and Estate of Chambord", which was previously inscribed on the World Heritage List, is part of the "Loire Valley between Sully-sur-Loire and Chalonnes".

World Heritage Sites are landmarks and areas with legal protection under an international treaty administered by UNESCO for having cultural, historical, or scientific significance. The sites are …

Feb 17, 2026 · Overview of World Heritage sites, areas or objects of ’outstanding universal value’ as recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) under …

Celebrate World Heritage Day by taking a virtual tour of 10 World Heritage Sites

Details on the number and variety of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in each country, including the definition of a World Heritage Site, explanation of the different types of World Heritage site (natural, …

UNESCO World Heritage Sites offer a window into human history and the natural world. Learn about preservation efforts and must-see highlights of ancient ruins, architectural marvels, and...

A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a specific site (such as a forest, mountain, lake, desert, monument, building, complex, or city) that has been nominated and confirmed for inclusion on the list maintained …

List and map of World Heritage Sites by country, with the historical and geographical names of the listed sites

It is used to identify properties protected by the World Heritage Convention and inscribed on the official World Heritage List, and represents the universal values for which the Convention stands.

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage …