global heritage

UN Expresses Concern for Historic Christian and Tourist Site in Ethiopia Dating Back 900 Years

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Historic Place in Ethiopia

The ancient rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, considered among the greatest cultural and religious treasures in Ethiopia, have become a cause for concern as reports suggest that fighters from Ethiopia’s Tigray region have taken control of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 13th-century “New Jerusalem” is home to 11 medieval monolithic cave churches, situated in the … Read more

Palace of Aigai, Where Alexander the Great was Crowned, Reopens After 2400 Years in Greece

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Palace of Aigai

The ancient Palace of Aigai in Greece, where Alexander the Great was crowned King of Macedonia around 2,400 years ago, has been reopened after an extensive restoration. The historic site, also known as the Royal Metropolis of the Macedonians, had been closed to visitors during the restoration process. Covering an expansive area of approximately 15,000 … Read more