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Global Treasures is an overview of the history, legends, and people that make the UNESCO world heritage sites so unique. Join us every other Wednesday as we travel the world, exploring each of these incredible sites.
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In today's episode of the Global Treasures Podcast, Abigail interviews Wendy Holden, who was a journalist for eighteen years, including a decade at the Daily Telegraph. She is the author and coauthor of more than thirty books, among them several internationally acclaimed wartime biographies, including Born Survivors.goo Join us as we discuss her experience visiting Auschwitz Birkenau, a UNESCO world heritage site and how the resilience of the human spirit allows us to persevere in the most challenging of circumstances.
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This episode of Global Treasures covers Virunga National Park, located in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Virunga is one of the most biologically diverse places in the world, serving as the home for mountain gorillas. Come learn about the history, travel tips and more.
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This episode of Global Treasures covers Vezelay, Church and Hill, located in France. The Benedictine Abbey of Vézelay is a major place for pilgrimage and landmark for Christianity. Join Abigail as she discusses the history, travel tips and fun facts about this unique world heritage site.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, Abigail covers Urnes Stave Church, located in Norway. This Scandinavian wooden church was built in the 12th and 13th centuries and established as a UNESCO world heritage site in 1979. Come learn about the history, travel tips if you plan on visiting and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover Tikal National Park, located in the jungle of Guatemala. This park contains a site significant for Mayan civilization, inhabited from the 6th century B.C. to the 10th century A.D. Join us as we discuss the history, travel tips and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover the Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak. Established as a UNESCO world heritage site in 1979, this tomb contains Bulgaria’s best-preserved paintings from the Hellenistic period. Join us as we discuss the history, travel tips for visiting and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover Tchogha Zanbil, located in Iran. Founded in 1250 BC, this archaeological world heritage site was established in 1979. Join us as we discuss the history, travel tips and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover the majestic Stari Ras and Sopoćani, located in Serbia. It was the first capital of Serbia, containing monasteries and churches of historic significance. Join us as we discuss the history and travel tips for visiting this UNESCO world heritage site.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, join us as we take a journey to Sagarmatha National Park, located in Nepal. This site is home to Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world. Join us as we discuss the history, travel tips for those planning to visit and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo, located in Bulgaria. This world heritage site consists of a complex of rock-hewn churches, chapels, and monasteries. Join us as we discuss the history and travel tips for those who plan on visiting.
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This episode of Global Treasures covers the Rock Drawings in Valcamonica, located in Italy. Join us as we discuss the history and travel tips for visiting this UNESCO world heritage site.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover the Prehistoric Sites and Decorated Caves of the Vézère Valley, located in France. This UNESCO world heritage site is known for its prehistoric art. Join us as we discuss the history, travel tips and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover Plitvice Lakes National Park. It is the largest national park in Croatia; home to rare bird species and some of the most enticing spots for photographers in the world. Join us as we discuss the history, travel tips and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover Persepolis, located in Iran. This UNESCO world heritage site served as the capital of the Achaemenid Empire. Join us as we discuss the history, travel tips and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover the Palace and Park of Versailles, located in France. This was the main residence for the French monarchy and served as the model for Royal residences throughout Europe for over a century. Abigail and Keith discuss the history, travel tips for visitors and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover the Old City of Dubrovnik, located in Croatia. Known for its Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque churches, monasteries, palaces and fountains, the city brings in over 1.5 million visitors annually. Join us as we cover the history, travel tips and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover the Nubian Monuments from Abu Simbel to Philae, located in Egypt. Established as a world heritage site in 1979, it famously contains the Temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel and the Sanctuary of Isis at Philae. Join us as we discuss the rich history, travel tips for visitors and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover Ngorongoro Conservation Area, located in the United Republic of Tanzania. It contains the world’s largest caldera and a wide variety of wildlife. We will discuss the history, travel tips and more.
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In this episode of Global Treasures, we cover the Natural and Culturo-Historical Region of Kotor, located in Montenegro. Established as a world heritage site in 1979, it was the artistic and commercial center. Join us as we discuss the history, travel tips for visitors and more.
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This episode of the Global Treasures Podcast will cover the Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid region, located in Albania. Known as having one of the deepest, oldest lakes in Europe and beautiful Byzantine churches, we discuss the history, travel tips and more.
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