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UNESCO World Heritage Sites 2021
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About
This dataset provides a detailed list of all tangible cultural and natural heritage sites worldwide, as designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). World Heritage Sites are areas or landmarks legally protected by an international convention due to their cultural, historical, scientific, or other forms of significance. These sites are considered to be of outstanding value to humanity, representing unique geographical and historical landmarks with special cultural or physical importance. Examples include ancient ruins, historical structures, cities, deserts, forests, islands, monuments, and areas of natural beauty. As of July 2021, the dataset includes 1,155 World Heritage Sites (897 cultural, 218 natural, and 39 mixed properties) spread across 167 countries, with Italy having the most sites on the list.
Columns
- Name: The name of the heritage site or culture.
- short_description: A brief description of the site.
- date_inscribed: The date the site was entered into the heritage list.
- danger: Indicates whether the site is currently classified as in danger.
- date_end: The date when the heritage status ended, possibly due to destruction.
- longitude: The longitudinal coordinate of the site.
- latitude: The latitudinal coordinate of the site.
- area_hectares: The area covered by the site in hectares.
- category_long: The full category of the heritage site (e.g., Cultural, Natural).
- category_short: A short code representing the heritage category (e.g., C for Cultural, N for Natural).
- Country name: The name of the country where the site is located.
- Region: The geographical region of the site.
- iso_code: The ISO code for the country.
- transboundary: Indicates if the site shares a boundary with other nations.
- rev_bis: A suffix used by UNESCO for the site identifier.
Distribution
The dataset is provided as a CSV file, named
whc-sites(tangibles)-2021.csv, and has a size of 812.6 kB. It contains 15 columns and includes 1,155 records representing each World Heritage Site.Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Geographical analysis of global heritage distribution.
- Historical studies on site inscription trends and endangerment status.
- Research into cultural and natural heritage preservation efforts.
- Educational purposes, providing insights into global history and geography.
- Travel planning and tourism development, identifying significant landmarks.
- Data analytics projects exploring global cultural and natural assets.
Coverage
The dataset covers World Heritage Sites globally, encompassing 167 countries and various regions such as Europe and North America, and Asia and the Pacific. The time range for site inscription dates from 1978 to 2021. Information on the end of heritage status is available but is largely missing for most entries.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Data Analysts: For exploring patterns, trends, and geographical distributions of heritage sites.
- Researchers: Studying cultural heritage, environmental conservation, and historical preservation.
- Educators and Students: As a resource for geography, history, and cultural studies.
- Travel Agencies and Enthusiasts: To identify and learn about significant global destinations.
- Policy Makers and Conservationists: For initiatives related to heritage protection and sustainable development.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites 2021
- Global Cultural and Natural Heritage (2021)
- World Heritage List: July 2021
- UNESCO Protected Landmarks
Attributes
Original Data Source:UNESCO World Heritage Sites 2021
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