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2025 Date | 18 April 2025 |
2026 Date | 18 April 2026 |
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World Heritage Day HistoryWorld Heritage Day aims at raising awareness about the importance of preserving cultural heritage, historical monuments, and archaeological sites worldwide. The event highlights the need for proper conservation and protection of these invaluable assets, and the key role that communities play in ensuring their preservation for future generations. Additionally, it emphasizes the significance of cultural diversity and harmoniously blending sustainable development and the respect for cultural heritage. The concept of World Heritage Day was first proposed by the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) in 1982, and was later approved by UNESCO as an internationally recognized observance. In South Africa, there are currently ten UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which showcase a rich cultural and natural heritage that is representative of the nation's diverse history, biodiversity, and contributions to human civilization. These sites, such as Robben Island, Mapungubwe Cultural Landscape, and the Cradle of Humankind, remind South Africans of their heritage, which has survived generation after generation and continues to influence current culture and identity. To honor World Heritage Day, various educational programs, guided tours of heritage sites, special exhibitions, conferences, and seminars are organized to bring attention to the importance of preserving these national treasures. Discussions focus on the need for sustainable tourism, community involvement, and responsible resource management to ensure that these landmarks remain accessible and protected for future generations. World Heritage Day is observed on the 18th of April each year. World Heritage Day Facts
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