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.

This is the complete and up-to-date World Heritage List, comprising - as of 2025 - 1248 sites.

This is an alphabetically ordered list of World Heritage sites —sites that have “outstanding universal value”—as designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural …

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

Jul 25, 2025 · These must-visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites include the Great Wall of China, the Taj Mahal, and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

Oct 17, 2025 · Here's a map containing each of the 28 best and most beautiful UNESCO World Heritage 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.

Feb 12, 2025 · From ancient cities to breathtaking landscapes, the following are some of the most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites that have captivated visitors and scholars alike.

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