WORLD HERITAGE - Konu Anlatımı
1. What is World Heritage?
World Heritage refers to
natural and cultural sites that are considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.
They are protected by
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization).
2. Types of World Heritage Sites
| Type | Description | Examples |
|---|
| Cultural | Human-made places with historical, artistic, or architectural value | Great Wall of China, Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya - Türkiye), Pyramids of Egypt |
| Natural | Natural areas with exceptional beauty, geology, or biodiversity | Grand Canyon (USA), Great Barrier Reef (Australia), Göreme National Park (Türkiye) |
| Mixed | Sites with both cultural and natural importance | Machu Picchu (Peru), Mount Athos (Greece), Pamukkale-Hierapolis (Türkiye) |
3. UNESCO and the World Heritage List
- UNESCO established the World Heritage Convention in 1972.
- The World Heritage List includes over 1,000 sites from around the world.
- Countries propose their sites to be included on the list.
- These sites must meet at least one of the 10 selection criteria.
4. Why Are World Heritage Sites Important?
Global recognition
Preserve cultural identity and history
Protect nature and biodiversity
Boost tourism and local economy
Education and awareness
5. Threats to World Heritage Sites
Urbanization and construction
Vandalism
Climate change
War and conflict
Pollution
6. Famous World Heritage Sites in Turkey 
| Site | Type | Location |
|---|
| Göreme National Park and Cappadocia | Mixed | Nevşehir |
| Historic Areas of Istanbul | Cultural | Istanbul |
| Pamukkale - Hierapolis | Mixed | Denizli |
| Hattusha (Capital of the Hittites) | Cultural | Çorum |
| Mount Nemrut | Cultural | Adıyaman |
| Troy | Cultural | Çanakkale |
| Ephesus | Cultural | İzmir |
7. Vocabulary for the Topic
| Word | Meaning |
|---|
| Heritage | Miras |
| Monument | Anıt |
| Preserve | Korumak |
| Site | Yer, alan |
| Destruction | Tahribat, yıkım |
| Ancient | Antik, çok eski |
| Architecture | Mimari |
| Biodiversity | Biyoçeşitlilik |
8. Sample Sentences
- "Göreme National Park is a World Heritage Site in Turkey."
- "UNESCO helps to protect cultural and natural heritage."
- "Climate change is a serious threat to many heritage sites."
