Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage

The Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, established in 1972, aims to preserve sites of significant cultural and natural importance around the globe. It encourages countries to protect landmarks like historic buildings, archaeological sites, and natural landscapes that represent humanity’s heritage. By designating certain places as World Heritage Sites, the Convention fosters international cooperation to safeguard these treasures from threats such as urban development, pollution, and climate change, ensuring they can be enjoyed by future generations.