The landscape of the United States offers a plethora of natural and cultural treasures, but only a handful have the distinction of being named a World Heritage Site. This slideshow offers snapshots of the eight buildings and historical sites in the U.S. that UNESCO deems of “outstanding universal value.” All of the sites are awe-inspiring, but only one is close to home.
Feb 17, 2010The List
Eight World Heritage Sites in the U.S.
A list of places that define American history
TOPICS: Grounds & Buildings, History
HIGHLIGHTS
In the Age of Slavery
U.Va. examines role of enslaved laborers in tribute to bell-ringer Henry Martin
Stacked Up
Doubling the capacity of the Ivy Stacks.
The Simple Things Said It All
On being in the first class of women.
Look Book
A brief history of fashion at U.Va.
Life Lessons on the Green
David Cook’s golf novel adapted to the big screen
Body Builder
Mike Curtis helps athletes recover from injuries and maintain peak form
14 Reasons to Love Charlottesville in Winter
Scientific Six Pack
Improve your putting, earn more money, increase your odds of survival and other topics U.Va. researchers are exploring.
A Funeral Procession for the Marquis
An alumna explores La Fayette’s connection to the University
175 Years of Engineering
A few of the U.Va. engineers whose projects have touched our daily lives.
Costly Cartoons?
Fast-paced shows hurts executive function in children
Fighting Fire at the University
In 1828, the Board of Visitors created the University Fire Company.
Comments
You neglected to mention that Iowa City, Iowa is another cultural landmark in the U.S., listed by UNESCO as a “World Literature City”.
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