The Buddhist site of Sarnath, near Varanasi, has just been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The site of Buddha's first sermon and the 45th Indian site recognized, it opens a new era for tourism, conservation, and cultural influence in India.
Cardboard columns, fiberglass, artificially aged stones, and impossible tales: near Vicenza, a man transformed a modern construction into a supposed ancient wonder, selling tours for up to 40 euros and securing a spot in an official tourist guide. The Italian justice system has just concluded one of Europe's most astonishing archaeological hoaxes.
UNESCO has inscribed six historic medinas from the Comoros on its World Heritage list. This marks a first for the archipelago, placing its ancient sultanates at the heart of Indian Ocean history and opening a new battle for their preservation.
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