Most Photogenic UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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31 July 2024

Each UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historical significance and cultural richness, making them a must-visit destination for travellers 

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Here's a list of the 10 most photogenic UNESCO Heritage Sites 

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Petra in Jordan is one of the world's richest and largest archaeological sites set in a dominating red sandstone landscape. Petra is often referred to as the “Rose City” 

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Great Barrier Reef in Australia is the world's largest coral reef system known for its remarkable marine biodiversity and vibrant coral formations 

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The Taj Mahal in Agra is widely considered one of the most beautiful buildings ever created, per UNESCO

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Cinque Terre in Italy is known for its colourful houses, rugged cliffs and scenic hiking trails. This picturesque region consists of five villages

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Machu Picchu in Peru is among the greatest artistic, architectural and land use achievements anywhere and the most significant tangible legacy of the Inca civilization

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Banff National Park in Canada is known for its turquoise lakes, towering mountains and abundant wildlife 

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The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt is another site one shouldn't miss. This ancient structure represents a monumental achievement of ancient Egyptian civilisation 

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Yellowstone National Park in the US is the first national park in the world. It is known for its geothermal features, including geysers, hot springs and beautiful landscapes

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The unique feature of Giant's Causeway is the exposure of some 40,000 large, regularly shaped polygonal columns of basalt in perfect horizontal sections, forming a pavement

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Ha Long Bay in Vietnam is known for its emerald waters and thousands of limestone islands 

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