Unesco World Heritage Site News

UNESCO World Heritage Site, New Itinerary and Included Tours in Holland America Line’s 2026 season
Holland America Line, the cruise line with the longest history of exploring Alaska, announced today 2026 Cruisetours, which allow guests to combine an Alaska cruise with an unforgettable journey into Denali National Park and Canada’s Yukon Territory. A series of 18 itineraries will combine a cruise with an overland journey, offering more access to Alaska’s glaciers, wildlife and wilderness tours.

Discover Saudi’s newest World Heritage Site
Set in a strategic point of the ancient trade routes that used to crisscross the Heart of Arabia and abruptly abandoned around the 5th century CE, the site of Al-Faw – which includes the vestige of the city of Qaryat al-Faw – is full of mysteries waiting to be uncovered. This historic site offers a captivating glimpse into the rich heritage and culture of Saudi, a land of discovery and endless possibilities. Almost 12,000 archeological remains have been found from prehistoric times to late pre-Islamic area testifying to the successive occupation of at least three different populations stretching more than 6,000 years. Once a thriving trade hub at the crossroads of ancient caravan routes, Al-Faw’s well-preserved ruins and water management system, tools and artifacts, intricate carvings, make it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and travelers alike.

Mamallapuram is now in Green Destination certification program
The UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous tourist destination on the shores of Bay of Bengal near Chennai is now a ‘Green Destination’. Having completed the one-year-long engagement phase of data collection and documentation, the destination of Mamallapuram has officially become part of the awards and certification program.

Sculptures of light draw the skies above the ancient UNESCO World heritage Site of Hegra in AlUla
An impressive drawing of light made by drones, creating an illusion of light at Hegra’s Drone Light Show. The show took place in AlUla in the Northwest of Saudi Arabia on 13, 14, 15th of October 2022 to mark the end of AlUla Wellness Festival