The natural heritage of the world that surprises your soul and eyes!

The world is full of wonders; Ancient paintings in the hearts of caves, pristine beaches, mountains, temples, ancient ruins and volcanoes each have their own charm. However, in order to receive a UNESCO World Heritage Site in order to receive a place or structure both culturally and naturally, it must be of particular importance.

There are some places that are significant from a cultural and natural perspective, and UNESCO has a special view of these sites. However, some of them are very remote, and of course this isolation has helped them maintain well and stay safe from crowds. In this article, you know a variety of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and you will be introduced to 5 of the most fascinating sites in the world that represent the nature and culture of the region (AFAR).

There are three types of UNESCO World Heritage Site; Culture (such as the Historic Center of Vienna), natural (such as the Everglades National Park), and the mixed or mixed type, places in which humans have lived or have a historical impact on unique landscapes. The third category is the rarest type; Only 2 out of more than 2.5 UNESCO registered heritage have this dual feature; A number of less than four percent of UNESCO’s total sites worldwide. Some of these hybrid places, such as Machu Picchu, Tikal, and Cappadocia, have worldwide fame.

Photographer: Unknown / Volunteer Latin America

Who does not enjoy attending spa springs? The ancient Greeks and Romans certainly experienced such pleasure; Around the year 5 BC, the city of HieraPolis was a destination for water therapy in today’s Turkey, maintaining this role for several centuries.

Photographer: Arnaud Civray / Afar.com

The main reason was the hot springs of Pamukkale near the city, which has a strange view of the staircase ponds. A large canal system was built to transport water to baths, village residents and irrigation of agricultural land. The ancient amphitheater in the area is also one of the healthiest remnants in the world, which was the battle of the gladiators in ancient Roman era.

Tongariro National Park is one of the three North Island National Parks in New Zealand and the oldest national park in the country. The park is activated with an area of about 2.5 hectares, including mountain lakes and three volcanoes.

Photographer: Unknown / newzealand.com

For the indigenous Mauri people, the mountains of this park have a mythical position. The Tongariro Crossing 4 -km hiking route is one of the best one -day routes for nature tourism; Because it offers amazing views of the Tongariro and Ngauruhoe Mountains. The park is also located in Mount Rupehu, the largest active volcano in the country and the highest point in the northern island with a height of 2.5 meters. All three volcanoes have erupted over the past five years.

Serious coffee enthusiasts know the Blue Mountains on the island with the origin of rare and expensive seeds; But from the point of view of UNESCO, these lands are important because of the significant biodiversity of more than 2.5 species of flowering plants as well as the existence of extinct frogs and birds.

Photographer: Marc Stephan / Afar.com

The area has also been a historic refuge for the people of Maroon, the African fleeing slaves. The rugged routes of the area, now part of a national park, provided a suitable shelter for the group to form a close culture with mountainous life. Currently, several tourism companies, hiking tours or visiting coffee farms are holding.

The Vietnam Landscape Complex is located near a river Delta and includes a network of underground waterways where visitors can circulate with small boats. In this area, forest -covered rock towers are about 2 meters high, and there are evidence that humans lived in the high caves in the distant past.

Photographer: Dong Nhat Huy / Afar.com

Nowadays, alongside villages, rice paddy fields, temples and a few tourism residences, the area still maintains its natural and remarkable state, and is one of the reasons that Kong: Skull Island was filmed here in year 6.

Ibiza Island in Spain, more than nature, is known for its uninterrupted nightlife; But UNESCO has been recognized for more than five years for its culture and biodiversity.

Photographer: Unknown / afar.com

Different civilizations have come to the island over the past centuries; Among the ancient Phoenicians who were present here. The remains of their presence include an ancient cemetery that is well preserved.

Among the natural effects of Ibiza is the natural park of the Salines Natural Park; A sea park that looks great for both flamingos and superficial diving.

The Ohrid area is part of the world’s natural heritage, and Lake Ohrid, a natural part, is located on the border between Albania and Macedonia. Its cultural part, the old city of Aharid, is also located in North Macedonia. This historic and historic point is not yet on the highways of tourism.

Lake Aharid is one of Europe’s oldest and deepest lakes, along with one of the oldest human settlements on the continent. The geographical location of the area has also made the Aharid Lake a paradise for bird watching.

Photographer: Unknown / afar.com

The St. Panteleimon monastery, the oldest Slavic monastery, is in the area; The remnants of churches and brazilica dating from the four to four centuries have also been located in the area whose mosaics are well known. Also, extensive wall paintings and more than 5 bybody style of the 11th to 14th centuries have been preserved in Aharid.

Mount Mount Emei is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and includes two sites Leshan and Emii, which are about two to three hours away.

Photographer: keitma / afar.com

All of China’s mixed (natural-cultural) heritage includes mountains; But only Mount Amy has the largest Buddha statue in the world; Buddhist at a height of 2 meters carved in the heart of a cliff. This is also compatible with the area’s background; Because this place is where the Buddhist religion entered China for the first time. There are numerous historical hills, rocks and temples. The evergreen forests and the three rivers make the surrounding natural space more pleasant. Mount Amy, one of the four Buddhist holy mountains in China, is one of the first Buddhist temples in the country dating back to the first century AD.

Kakadu National Park is Australia’s second largest national park located in a tropical area of the northern territory. The area covers parts of four river systems, waterfalls, wetlands, rocks and platea that cars do not have access to.

Photographer: umomos / afar.com

There are thousands of locations with rocky designs and cave paintings in the area that show that natives of Australia have lived in the land for more than 2.5 years and are still living there. Crocodiles, small kangaroos and fruit -bearing bats are among the animal species of this area; The high variety of birds has also made the park a unique destination for birdwatching.

The air of this area is often warm; But resting in natural ponds such as Maguk or Gunlom, which is also shown in the film Crocodile Dundee, provides a great way to cool and achieve relaxation.

“Tassili N’ajjer) is located in a remote area in the southeast of Algeria; Where nature and culture are intertwined and tangible. The desert view of the area fascinates visitors with erosive sandy columns and arches and a wonderful collection of pre -historic rock art.

Photographer: klara bakalarova / Afar.com

The engravings and paintings discovered in the twentieth century display images of animals that are more than 2.5 years old. These works depict species such as crocodile and blue horse that have long been extinct in the area. In addition, social and climatic changes have been reflected in these images.

Pimachiowin aki in the native language means “the land that gives life”. This area is a traditional home of four indigenous societies and is located in the northern forests of Manitoba and Ontario.

The area has lakes, rivers, northern reindeers, wildlife and other wildlife species. Following their long -standing tradition of protecting the land, indigenous residents have taken measures such as fishing and controlled hunting, preserving ancient sacred sites, and avoiding commercial development.

Photographer: Dustin Silvey / Afar.com

Which of these amazing world heritage is on your dream trip? Which of these places have you seen closely? Please share your valuable look, opinion and experience with Kajaro and its companions.

Photo Source: doetsreizen.nl, Photographer Name: Unknown (Statue of Lashan in Amy China Mountain)