The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation - better known as UNESCO's stated intent is to 'contribute to peace and security by promoting international collaboration through education, science and culture in order to further universal respect and justice, the rule of law and human rights.'
To be listed is a great privilege - below is a list of some of the most important sites in China.
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