Amid a vast and enigmatic monumental landscape, forgotten kingdoms, and layers of history, archaeologists are only just beginning to reveal the secrets of this heritage jewel in north-west Saudi Arabia.
The Gateway to Trucial States’ (SGTS), the management office of Sharjah’s bid to include eight of the emirate’s cultural heritage sites on the prestigious list of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, has conducted a series of community meetings in the nominated areas, as part of SGTS continuous efforts to engage with local communities as they are essential element for the collective protection of the cultural and natural heritage of outstanding universal value.
The country’s tourism and antiquities ministries are closely cooperating to add the Holy Family's journey in Egypt to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Ideal for a stress-free getaway, Sander, points out, “For a tempo and scene change from Malta itself, hop over to the sister islands of Gozo and Comino.
OMAN’S BUSINESS TRAVEL SECTOR HAS BEEN PUT UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT AS A KEY SEGMENT WITH SIGNIFICANT POTENTIAL TO ENHANCE THE SULTANATE’S THRIVING TOURISM INDUSTRY.
Another considerable advantage of the destination is that being a small country, it boasts a high density of attractions in close proximity, conveniently accessible in the space of few hours, thus enabling all family members, regardless the age, to enjoy a full spectrum of various leisure and entertainment treats.
A SHINING STAR ON UNESCO'S LIST Since 1981, Morocco has been home to 10 UNESCO World Heritage sites, an impressive showing when considering the country's size.
Apart from the main cities' infrastructure and construction projects, the government plans to double the number of UNESCO heritage sites to boost domestic tourism.
And as a cherry on the cake, industry experts highlighted the educational, yet irresistibly fun palette of attractions and experiences on offer to families.
FULLY ACKNOWLEDGING AN UNPRECEDENTED GROWTH POTENTIAL, MOROCCO IS TAKING STRIDES TO POSITION ITS TOURISM INDUSTRY AT THE FOREFRONT OF FUTURE DEVELOPMENT.
