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Mount Olympus added to the UNESCO World Heritage List

The decision constitutes a significant international recognition of the exceptional natural, ecological, and cultural value of the "Mountain of the Gods," while also strengthening prospects for its protection and promotion

Heraion of Samos: The Ministry of Culture implements protection works against coastal erosion

The monument is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List

Court of Audit: No Greek natural monument has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List

The Supreme Fiscal Court found significant weaknesses and deficiencies in the system of monument management - The eight findings

Restoration works are underway at the ‘Small Palace’ in Knossos, Crete

It is the second largest building complex of the archaeological site

UNESCO: Zagori on the World Heritage List

The international organisation has recognised the outstanding universal value of the architecture of Zagorochoria

Mayor destroys “French Stonehenge” to make way for DIY shop! (photos)

“How could the town allow such a massacre to take place at a time when all Breton elected officials are mobilising to have them listed as a World Heritage Site?”

Turkish Court meeting on Hagia Sophia lasts 17 minutes – Ruling expected in 15 days

The issue has caused widespread intervention across the globe

The countries with the most UNESCO World Heritage sites (infographic)

Oddly, Greece does not make the top 12

Spinalonga fortress a candidate for UNESCO World Heritage List (photos)

The Fortress used to be a colony for lepers

Events mark addition of Ancient Philippi to UNESCO World Heritage list

The plaque explains the significance of the site as an international monument of exceptional importance