Tag #Heritage

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Delhi Air Pollution Blackens Red Fort

A study reveals that Delhi's severe air pollution has caused the formation of black crusts on the Red Fort's walls, damaging its intricate carvings, as researchers found pollutants caused the black sediment.

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Kolkata's Nighttime Illumination Project: Restoring Heritage and Pride

A citizen-led initiative in Kolkata, India, illuminates neglected heritage buildings at night, revitalizing the city's historical landmarks and fostering civic pride.

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Woolton Hall Fire: Failure to Act Leads to Historic Building's Loss

A Grade I-listed Georgian mansion in Liverpool, Woolton Hall, was destroyed by fire earlier this month, despite years of warnings about its deteriorating condition and security breaches.

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Cornwall Housing Plan Threatens Ancient Site

A proposed 70-home development near Truro's ancient Plain-an-gwarry amphitheatre sparks local concern over the impact on the village's cultural heritage and infrastructure; developers insist the plan will enhance the site's visibility and accessibility.

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Xi's Zhejiang Cultural Legacy: From Hengdian to UNESCO Heritage

Xi Jinping's leadership in Zhejiang province (2002-2007) spurred significant cultural growth, marked by the creation of Hengdian's film industry zone, eight cultural development projects, and preservation efforts like the Liangzhu archaeological site, resulting in a cultural industry added value inc...

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Victorian Towns Fight to Save Historic Wooden Bridges

Two Victorian communities are battling to save their dilapidated historic wooden bridges—Seymour's Old Goulburn River Bridge and Kilcunda's Viaduct Bridge—as councils cite unaffordable restoration costs despite community efforts to raise funds and showcase economic and heritage value.

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Sydney Home Demolitions Spark Documentation Efforts

The demolition of numerous character homes in Sydney to make way for new housing is prompting efforts to document these buildings before they are lost, highlighting concerns over the loss of architectural heritage and the lack of quality housing development.

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London's Culture House: A Somali Heritage Hub

Officially opened in May, London's Culture House is the UK's first permanent exhibition space dedicated to Somali heritage, showcasing over 150 artefacts and offering various cultural programs, quickly becoming a central hub for the Somali community and curious visitors.

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Free Public Access to 300-Million-Year-Old Fossilized Forest in Wales

A 300-million-year-old fossilized forest, accidentally discovered in 2003 at a former steelworks in Brymbo, Wrexham, Wales, is opening to the public for free on September 7th as part of a heritage festival, showcasing over 20 fossilized trees and other ancient fossils, thanks to a £10 million invest...

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Orkney Farmhouse Recreated Using 150-Year-Old Family Possessions

A 150-year-old collection of household items and personal possessions from the Fea family has been used to authentically recreate their Victorian farmhouse in Sanday, Orkney, Scotland, creating a unique visitor experience and sustainable holiday retreat.

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Powerhouse Museum Redevelopment: Heritage Concerns Over Last-Minute Design Changes

The $300 million Powerhouse Museum redevelopment in Ultimo, Australia, faces strong opposition due to last-minute design changes that will demolish and rebuild key structures, resulting in the loss of 1000sqm of creative space and a compromised architectural outcome.

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Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation Ends Contract with Heritage Provider

The Whadjuk Aboriginal Corporation terminated its contract with South West Aboriginal Land Services, its heritage service provider, effective immediately, impacting numerous projects requiring cultural heritage clearances across Perth and potentially causing delays; the corporation will handle herit...

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