The ancient city of Timbuktu is a UNESCO World Heritage site of huge cultural significance, but its carefully preserved heritage has come under severe threat amid the ongoing conflict.

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Princess Sumaya also underscored the importance of sciences for archaeology and, in particular, for long-term cultural heritage preservation referring to the World Heritage site of Petra.

UNESCO: The Director-General met with HRH Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan | United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

Inscription on the World Heritage Site could increase commercialization while at the same time promoting more sustainable management of this unique cultural landscape.

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This site demonstrates the value of collaboration between archaeologists, local community members and divers to enhance our knowledge of underwater cultural heritage in Scotland.

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