World Heritage Day is celebrated every year on 18 April. It was started by UNESCO in 1982. The main objective of this day is to promote and conserve the important monuments and sites of the world.

Through World Heritage Day, people are made to realize the importance, cultural diversity, and historical significance of heritage. According to this day, various events, seminars, and programs are organized in which people are made aware of the importance of heritage. Along with this, the day also provides an opportunity to honor people especially those working for heritage conservation and promotion. On the occasion of World Heritage Day, learn about the world's most famous heritage.

Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

Egypt is famous for its pyramids. There are 138 pyramids, although the 'Great Pyramid' of Giza is one of the seven wonders of the world. This monument is the only one among the seven wonders of the world and it is claimed that it can be seen even from the moon. This pyramid is the tallest structure in the world, whose length is 481 feet.

Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu, located in the South American country Peru, is among the seven wonders of the world. This is also called a mysterious city. Machu Picchu is a historical site belonging to the Inca civilization. It is situated on a mountain range. People also call Machu Picchu the 'lost city of the Incas'. Apart from this, it is also called a historical temple of Peru. UNESCO has declared it as a World Heritage Site.

Great wall of china
The Great Wall of China is included among the seven wonders of the world. This is the longest wall in the world. Brick, stone, wood, and metals have been used in the construction of this wall. It is also said to be the world's oldest wall made of mud and stone. According to a government survey, the total length of the 'Wall of China' is 21,196 kilometers.

Taj Mahal, India
The Taj Mahal built in Agra city of India is also one of the seven wonders and is also included in the list of world heritage. The Taj Mahal is a great example of Mughal architecture. Mughal emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in memory of his favorite wife Mumtaz. Later, Shahjahan and his wife Mumtaz were buried together in this palace made of white stones.

Christ the Redeemer
Rio de Janeiro is home to the Statue of Christ the Redeemer, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and is a World Heritage Site. The height of this statue is 30 meters. The Christ the Redeemer statue is considered a global symbol of Christianity. The tourism industry of Rio de Janeiro city also runs because of this statue.

Petra, Jordan
The city of 'Petra' in Jordan is famous for its strange architecture. Petra is counted among the seven wonders of the world. There are many types of buildings in Petra which are made of red sandstone. Excellent carvings have been done on the buildings and walls built here. A 138-foot-high temple is built in Petra, apart from this there are beautiful canals and water ponds.

Rome's Colosseum
The Colosseum is located in the city of Rome, Italy, which is called the Flavian Elliptical Amphitheater. This amazing huge amphitheater was built by the Roman emperors. UNESCO has given the status of World Heritage to the Colosseum and this place is also included in the seven wonders.

Chichen Itza
Chichen Itza located in Mexico is included in the list of wonders of the world. The site is considered one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in Mexico, with a history dating back 1200 years. The biggest attraction in Chichen Itza is the pyramid El Castillo. Chichen Itza was built for the people of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization. It is also considered a holy place.

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