World Heritage Day is celebrated on April 18. It is marked to raise awareness about the importance of cultural heritage and the need to preserve it for future generations.

• The day was established by the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) and was approved by the UNESCO General Conference in 1983.
• The theme for World Heritage Day changes every year and is proposed by ICOMOS, with the aim of promoting cultural diversity, heritage conservation, and sustainable development.
• World Heritage Day encourages people around the world to explore and appreciate the cultural treasures that exist in their communities and beyond.
• It provides an opportunity for individuals, organizations, and governments to come together to raise awareness about the importance of heritage sites and to promote their protection and conservation. Read on to find out more about the day.