World cultural heritages are in danger of disappearing

Saint Gregory Church, Umayyad ancient palace, Mirador Basin architectural cluster, . are all recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage. However, according to National Geographic magazine, these legacies are at risk of disappearing due to the destruction of nature and humans.

1. Church of St. Gregory (Turkey)

Located in the military area near the border between Turkey and Armenian, St. Gregory's church is the only evidence left of an ancient city. This is a work that preserves many important archaeological and cultural values. However, this work is in danger of permanently disappearing due to lack of conservation for centuries. The Church of St. Gregory was built by Armenians in Ani around the 10th-11th century in the Gothic style prevailing in Europe. After the Armenians were forced to leave the city of the city in the 14th century, St. Gregory's church became owned by Turkey.

2. Holy Church of Volodymyr Cathedral (Ukraine)

This work was built in Chersonesos, Ukraine in the 6th century. The Global Heritage Fund (GHF) evaluates the city of Chersonesos as one of the richest civilizations in the Byzantine region of the Black Sea and the church of St. Volodymyr. Cathedral is a typical example. However, this work is worth the risk of becoming a remnant due to urban pressure in the surrounding areas.

3. Umayyad ancient palace (Palestine)

Umayyad Palace was built in the city of Jericho in the 8th century. During construction, this work was covered by sand in an earthquake that took place in 747 BC. Umayyad Palace has been forgotten since until it was rediscovered by archaeologists in 1934. However, archaeological experts fear the site could disappear if the city of Jericho continues to open. wide residential area and agricultural land area.

4. Lamu ancient city (Kenya)

The ancient city of Lamu, with its adjacent roofs looks like a tapestry, is one of the oldest Swahili cities still preserved intact to this day. The city has also been recognized as a world cultural heritage by UNESCO. The biggest threats to this ancient city come from port construction projects and infrastructure for the oil industry that the Kenyan government is deploying in the region.

5. Ancient town (Bangladesh)

Built in the 3rd century BC, Mahasthangarh is one of the first ancient urban ruins in South Asia. Part of this city is still preserved until the 18th century and is considered a sacred area for Hindus. But after years of abandonment and destruction by nature, Mahasthangarh was severely damaged. The most worrisome enemy for Mahasthangarh relics is heavy rains with high acid content, causing decorative artworks to be eroded in the ruins.

6. Nineveh ancient city (Iraq)

Nineveh was the capital of the Assyrian Empire from 705-612 BC, but the city became abandoned after being attacked by Medes, Babylonians and Susianian. Archaeologists discovered this ruin in the 19th century. Like other ancient structures, Nineveh is under great pressure from urbanization.

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7. Sans-Souci Palace (Haiti)

This work is also known as Versailles of the Caribbean. Sans-Souci Palace of Haiti was built by slaves of King Henri Chiristophe Ix in the early 19th century. The rebellion that took place in 1820 caused the king to hide in the palace and eventually the king committed suicide. here. The palace was destroyed a lot in the earthquake in 1842. Today, this work becomes more and more degraded due to lack of concern for renovation.

8. Mirador Basin (Guatemala) architectural cluster

The Mirador Basin area, considered the cradle of Mayan civilization, is now located in Guatemala's Tikal National Park. The four cities in the Mirador Basin ruins are more than 1,200 years old and many more than 2,000 years old are located in dense tropical forests. However, the works here are also threatened by looting of artifacts, illegal deforestation, .

9. Ancient city Taxila (Pakistan)

The ancient city of Taxila now only houses caves, monasteries and mosques. This city was once a trading center of the Middle East in ancient times. Four distinct populations, with different architectural features, show the continuous development of ancient cities that lasted for five centuries beginning in the 6th century BC. Today, buildings in this monument are also seriously degraded due to lack of protection, even some areas have become waste dumps.

10. Ancient city of Famagusta (Cyprus)

An ancient ruined stadium is the remains of the ancient city of Famagusta. This city was once considered the richest city in the world. Founded in the early 3rd century BC, Famagusta served as an important trading port, linking the Middle East and Europe. The city was abandoned after being invaded by the Ottomans in the 16th century. Currently, the ruins are located on Turkey's occupied land.

11. Intramuros old town (Philippines)

The Spaniards settled and built Fort Santiago's historic fortress in the ancient town of Intramuros in Manila since the 16th century. However, much of Intramuros was badly damaged by the bombing of US troops. In the Second World War, Intramuros is also threatened by urbanization and environmental pollution. The photo above shows Chinese President Hu Jintao and his delegation visiting the 2005 Intramuros ruins.

12. Ancient village of Maluti (India)

Only 72 of the 108 ancient terracotta temples are still intact in the 18th-century Indian village of Maluti. These temples were built during the Pala dynasty by Hindu followers. Today, this population is largely abandoned, the drainage system is poor, causing mosses and creepers to grow on the relics.