International Day for Monuments and Sites 18 Apr 2025

International Day for Monuments and Sites

Imagine a world without the pyramids, the Great Wall or ancient cave cities—hard to picture, right? That"s why April 18 is the International Day for Monuments and Sites, an event recognised by UNESCO dedicated to protecting cultural treasures worldwide. This day is all about celebrating our history, raising awareness about endangered sites and making sure future generations can enjoy them too. A remarkable example is Göreme Historical National Park in Cappadocia, Türkiye. It"s famous for its "fairy chimneys"—towering rock formations shaped by volcanic ash and erosion over thousands of years. People even carved homes, churches and entire underground cities into these soft rock formations, some dating back to the 4th century. Today, it"s a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting visitors from around the world.

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