24 new destinations have just been inscribed from Beijing Central Axis in China to Schwerin Residence Ensemble in Germany
Beijing Central Axis in China. Image credit: Costfoto/Future Publishing via Getty Images
Each year, UNESCO evaluates and selects new sites to add to its prestigious World Heritage List. This designation helps safeguard these diverse and culturally significant locations for future generations. Discover the 24 remarkable sites that were newly recognised in 2024.
The Beijing Central Axis includes historic palaces, gardens, sacrificial sites, and ceremonial buildings. These structures showcase the city's evolution and reflect China's imperial dynasties and traditional urban planning.
The monumental ensemble of Târgu Jiu, created by renowned sculptor Constantin Brâncuși in 1937-1938, honours those who died defending the city during World War I. Situated in two parks linked by the Avenue of Heroes, it features Brâncuși's sculptural works and the Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul, all aligned on a central axis.
Located in Kenozero National Park in northwestern Russia, this site showcases a cultural landscape shaped by Slavic settlers since the 12th century. The area is marked by wooden churches and religious buildings, known for their painted ceilings, which serve as important cultural and visual landmarks.
Starting around 500 BCE, the Roman Empire expanded across Europe and North Africa, reaching a 7,500-kilometer frontier by the 2nd century. The Dacian Limes, the Roman frontier in what is now Romania, was active from 106 to 271 CE.