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A mixed property satisfies parts or all of both cultural and natural definitions. A monument in a forest is not automatically mixed.
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Cultural heritage can include monuments, groups of buildings and sites. Age or popularity alone does not decide the category.
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Natural properties are recognised for features, formations, habitats or areas with outstanding value for science, conservation or natural beauty.
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Open the UNESCO property page. Travel captions and map labels may simplify or misstate the classification.
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A property can contain several monuments or a large landscape. The famous city name may not equal the legal boundary.
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The category is broad. The listed selection criteria explain the values for which the property was inscribed.
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World Heritage status does not tell today’s ticket, closing day or photography rule. Check the site authority separately.
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The full guide shows how cultural, natural and mixed differ and where the ten criteria fit.
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