What makes a place worthy of a 'World Heritage Site' status?
Dr. Paul M. Willette . All over the world, many places serve as a testament to the wonders of nature and human creativity. From well-known to undiscovered sites, these places that deserve to be protected. However, not all-natural and man-made wonders get on the list of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. What does it take for a site to have this title? Here are some of the criteria. Image source: Cnn.com Image source: Rd.com It should have 'outstanding universal value for humanity.' Dr. Paul M. Willette . According to the organization, this should come from the perspective of history, art, or science. Whether it's a cultural or a natural site, it should be significant not just to one nation but even to the rest of the world. The site must 'represent a masterpiece of human creative genius.' Dr. Paul M. Willette. Places like the Taj Mahal, Machu Picchu, and the pyramid complex in Giza are living proofs of human skill and creativity. T...