The 10 most remarkable places newly inscribed on the UNESCO list

Each year, the UNESCO World Heritage List is expanded to include new landmarks. It is selected from monuments that have great cultural, historical or natural significance. The list has recently expanded to include 29 other important world places, including the Czech stud farm in Kladruby nad Labem, the national park in Iceland and the legendary biblical city of Babylon. Each of them can offer something different, but they are all exceptional. You can read a selection of the ten most interesting new UNESCO sites in this article.

1) Seowon, Republic of Korea

In the iconic Korean academies called seowon, students from noble families were educated and taught to love nature. In South Korea, they are scattered in several places and in the spirit of Confucianism grew between the 15th and 19th centuries in the mountains and untouched nature. The main mission of the academies was education, respect for academics and knowledge of the environment. The remarkable architecture of the building and the inscription of a total of nine academies on the UNESCO list also correspond to this intention. Interestingly, some academies are still in operation.

2) Landscape for horse breeding in Kladruby nad Labem, Czech Republic

Another Czech UNESCO monument boasts a unique cultural landscape, which includes a stud farm, surrounding pastures, artificially built water canals and paths lined with alleys. The local imperial stud farm was founded by Rudolf II. in 1579 and Kladruby have been specializing in the breeding of ceremonial horses for centuries. These are mainly Old Kladruby whites, which you will not find in any other Czech or world stud farm. The unique monument thus attracts an unprecedented connection between nature and human civilization.

3) Bagan, Burma

The sacred landscape of the ancient city of Bagan in Burma hides an incredible number of two thousand Buddhist temples, and is a jewel of Asian architecture. In addition to temples, it also offers numerous monasteries, places of pilgrimage and archeological discoveries that testify to the magnificent Bagan civilization. The city is a remarkable demonstration of the power of religion in the Buddhist empire and has still not been discovered by mass tourism. You may also be tempted to visit our older article, where you will learn much more about the new UNESCO monument.

4) Le Colline del Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene, Italy

Who doesn't know the taste of sparkling Italian wine and the endless green vineyards where sparkling wine is grown. The hilly landscape of the Italian region of Prosecco is located north of Venice, and vines have been grown here since the 17th century. A special natural chessboard consists of narrow grassy terraces of vines that grow perpendicular to the slope and parallel to it.

5) Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland

The iconic volcanic landscape covers almost 14 percent of Iceland, making it home to one of the largest glaciers in the world. Vatnajökull National Park features glacier caves, frozen ice rivers and breathtaking waterfalls. Although Iceland is a land of ice, it is here that two of Iceland's active volcanoes are located. The remaining eight volcanoes you will find in the national park are no longer active. The area of ​​the national park attracts both fans of the series Game of Thrones, which was filmed here a few years ago, and enthusiastic volunteers from abroad. Get inspired by our article "Conservation of national parks in Iceland or how I fulfilled my dream with a shovel in hand."

6) Sheki City and Khan's Palace, Azerbaijan

The city of Sheki at the foot of the Caucasus stands on the site of the original city, which was destroyed by the elements in the 18th century. The historic city center is interesting mainly due to the buildings with high gabled roofs and traditional architecture influenced by Russian culture. The city is divided into two parts by a river, the northern part stands on a mountain and the southern part extends down into the river valley. The nearby Khan's Palace was built at a similar time as the historic city, but the masterpiece is different from an architectural point of view. Of particular interest are the huge palace windows and colorful paneling.

7) Budj Bim Cultural Landscape, Australia

The indigenous Australian Gunditjmara tribe has created one of the largest and oldest aquaculture systems in the world in South East Australia. The built system of canals, weirs and dams has been feeding and protecting Australian natives for 6,000 years. It is therefore older than, for example, the British Stonehenge and has become the first home of the natives to earn a place on the World Heritage List. The extinct Budj Bim volcano and 300 stone cottages nearby were also listed on it. Because the smallest continent in the world is large in the number of interesting places, it pays to learn more about Australia - read our article 10 places to visit in Australia.

8) Babylon, Iraq

The remains of the center of ancient Babylonia still stand today, for example, the outer and inner city walls, gates, palaces and temples. Almost three thousand years ago, legendary rulers such as Chammurapi and Nabukadnesar reigned in the city. Inscription on the World Heritage List can help preserve the memory of a troubled country for generations to come. If we also take into account the biblical significance of the city and the extinct ancient wonder of the world to the Semiramis Hanging Gardens, whose remains are located here, Babylon is definitely worth a worldwide protection.

9) The Pink City of Jaipur, India

The historic Indian city plays with all colors, but the exact plan according to which it was built makes it unique. Jaipur grew up on the flat plain in 1727 as a pre-established commercial metropolis in the spirit of Vedic architecture. The streets here are strictly straight and create large public squares at the point where they intersect. You will also know the careful planning of the city's construction from the uniform façade of all the markets, shops and temples that stand along the main road. When listing the city as a World Heritage Site, UNESCO also drew attention to the unique combination of Western and Hindu culture. Are you going to India for the first time? Read our article 10 + 1 most common tricks in India and don't get caught!

10) Migratory Bird Sanctuary, China

The Yellow Sea coast and Bohai Bay in China serve as a perfect and safe haven for a huge number of migratory birds and other animals. Often critically endangered birds use an ingenious tidal system that has created shallows and swamps in addition to land. But the birds come here not only to survive the winter, but also to gather strength for the next flight or nest. In addition to birds, many species of crustaceans, fish and other wild animals have found great living conditions.

You can find a list of all newly registered monuments on the UNESCO website here.

Tereza Stará

In Olomouc, he studies journalism together with political science, but he is also keenly interested in history. That is why he travels to the world, where he travels mainly to all historically significant places, known and unknown. He is not afraid of mountains and a heavy backpack, and in nature he feels at home. She likes to travel to all places where she is beautiful and then likes to return home. Her hobby is orienteering and reading travel guides, so she probably won't get lost on the road.