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Most countries have passed laws to protect National Heritage Sites.
The UNESCO publishes a list of National Heritage Sites that are unique and
represent the culture of the country. Those are considered internationally
important. This list contains heritages from all over the world. It is a matter of
pride for any country to be on this list. UNESCO has included the following
properties of Nepal on the World Heritage lists:

1. Kathmandu Valley (Cultural Heritage)
The Kathmandu Valley World Heritage property includes seven Monument
Zones. They are:
i) Kathmandu Durbar square

ii) Patan Durbar square
iii) Bhaktapur Durbar square

iv) Swayambhunath Stupa
v) Bauddhanath Stupa
vi) Pashupatinath Temple

vii) Changu Narayan Temple
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
2. Lumbini (Cultural Heritage)
3. Chitwan National Park (Natural Heritage)
4. Sagarmatha National Park (Natural Heritage)

National Heritages are identity of our country. They reflect our past civilization,
culture and tradition. So, they need to be protected for the future generation.
Following measures should be taken to preserve our National Heritages.
Creating public awareness among the people about the importance of
National Heritages,

Periodical renovation and maintenance of our heritage sites,
Formulation of strict laws and its effective implementation,
Management of security system around the heritage sites.

Key Terms
Campaign : work in an organized and active way towards a goal
Civilization : the society, culture, and way of life of a particular area
Naming Convention : a meeting for the purpose of naming things
Note to the teacher: Make the students participate in project works relating to the preservation of National
Heritage Site. Also take them for an educational tour around a local heritage site.

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