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Біріккен Ұлттар Ұйымының Білім, ғылым және мәдениет ұйымының (ЮНЕСКО) Дүниежүзілік мұра орындары – 1972 жылы құрылған ЮНЕСКО-ның Дүниежүзілік мұра туралы конвенциясында сипатталған мәдени немесе табиғи мұра үшін маңызды орындар. Мәдени мұра ескерткіштерден (сәулеттік құрылыстар, монументалды мүсіндер немесе жазулар), ғимараттар тобынан және жерлерден (археологиялық орындарды қоса алғанда) тұрады. Табиғи ерекшеліктер (физикалық және биологиялық құрылымдардан тұратын), геологиялық және физиографиялық құрылымдар (жануарлар мен өсімдіктердің қорғауға алынған түрлерінің мекендеу орындарын қоса алғанда) және ғылым, табиғатты қорғау немесе табиғи сұлулық тұрғысынан маңызды табиғи орындар табиғи мұра ретінде анықталады. Румыния 1990 жылдың 16 мамырында конвенцияны қабылдады, осылайша оның тарихи орындары тізімге енгізілуге лайықты болды. 2022 жылғы мәлімет бойынша, Румынияда тоғыз Дүниежүзілік мұра орыны бар.
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
+ Сайт суреті Орналасқан жері Тізімге енгізілген жылы ЮНЕСКО деректері (ЮНЕСКО анықтама нөмірі және критерийлері) Сипаттамасы
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
Дунай дельтасы Тюльча округі 1991 588; vii, x (табиғи) Дунай өзенінің Қара теңізге құятын жерінде орналасқан Дунай дельтасы – Еуропадағы ең ірі сулы-батпақты жер. Онда 300-ден астам құс және 45 түрлі тұщы су балығы, соның ішінде жоғалу қаупі төніп тұрған белугалар мекендейді. Сүтқоректілерге еуропалық норка, еуропалық жабайы мысық, еуразиялық сусар және қауіп төндіретін монах тыйындары жатады.
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
Трансильваниядағы бекіністі шіркеулер бар ауылдар Сибиу, Альба, Харгита, Брашов және Муреш округтері 1993 596bis; iv (мәдени) Бұл орынға 13-шы және 16-шы ғасырлар аралығында Трансильвания сакстары салған бекіністі шіркеулері бар жеті ауыл кіреді. Ауылдардың орналасуы мен құрылысы орта ғасырлардан бері сақталған. 1993 жылы алғашқы тізімде алты ауыл (Калник, Даржиу, Преймер, Сашич, Валеа Вийлор және Вискри) тіркелді, ал 1999 жылы Биертан ауылы (суреттегі бекіністі шіркеу) қосылды.
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
Хорезу монастыры Вальча округі 1993 597; ii (мәдени) Хорезу қаласындағы монастырь 1690 жылы Валахия князі Константин Бранковеану құрды, ол Бранковенск сәулет стиліне атын берді. ЮНЕСКО оны осы стильдің шедеврі деп санайды. Ол бай сәндік бөлшектерімен және құрбандық суреттерімен танымал. 18-ші ғасырда монастырьде қабырғаға сурет салу және икона салудың ықпалды мектебі құрылды.
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
Молдавия шіркеулері Сучава округі 1993 598bis; i, iv (мәдени) Бұл орынға 15-ші және 16-шы ғасырларда салынған сегіз шіркеу кіреді. Аймақтық дәуір стиліне сәйкес, шіркеулердің қасбеттері Византия өнерінен шабыттанған фрескалармен толық жабылады. Суреттерде Киелі кітаптардан алынған сюжеттер бейнеленген және жақсы сақталған. Шіркеулерге: Әйет Әулие Жоханның басы кесілген шіркеуі, Киелі Мария мен Киелі Георгий шіркеуі, Хумор монастырының Хабарландыру шіркеуі, Киелі Крест шіркеуі, Пробота монастырының Киелі Николай шіркеуі, Киелі Иоанн Жаңа монастыры, бұрынғы Воронец монастырының Киелі Георгий шіркеуі және Сучевица монастырының Қайта тірілу шіркеуі (суретте) кіреді. Соңғы шіркеу 2010 жылы тізімге қосылды.
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
Сигишоараның тарихи орталығы Муреш округі 1999 902; iii, v (мәдени) Сигишоара қаласының тарихи орталығы 12-ші ғасырға дейін сақталып келген. Ол Орталық Еуропа мен Византиялық Православ Оңтүстік-Шығыс Еуропа мәдениеттерінің өзара әрекеттесуінен қалыптасқан шағын бекінілген ортағасырлық қаланың жақсы сақталған мысалы. Оны Трансильвания сакстары, неміс саудагерлері мен шеберлерінің қауымдастығы құрған. Олар бұл аймақта 850 жылдан астам уақыт бойы өмір сүрді, алайда қазіргі уақытта көші-қонға байланысты олардың мәдениеті тек сәулеттік ескерткіштер арқылы сақталады.
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
Марамуреш округінің ағаш шіркеулері Марамуреш округі 1999 904; iv (мәдени) Бұл орынға Марамуреш округінде 17-ші және 18-ші ғасырларда салынған сегіз шіркеу кіреді. Шіркеулер ағаштан салынған және православие мен готика сәулет стилдерінің әсерін біріктіреді. Шіркеулердің жалпы сипаттамаларына биік, жұқа сағат мұнаралары және шендермен жабылған шатырлары жатады. Тізімге Барсанадағы ғибадатханадағы Киелі Марияның ұсыну шіркеуі, Будештидегі Киелі Николай шіркеуі (суретте), Десештидегі Киелі Параскева шіркеуі, Иуд Дилдегі Киелі Марияның тууы шіркеуі, Плопиштегі Киелі Архангелдер шіркеуі, Пойениле Изейдегі Киелі Параскева шіркеуі, Рогоздегі Киелі Архангелдер шіркеуі және Шурдештидегі Киелі Архангелдер шіркеуі кіреді.
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
Орешти тауларының дакиялық қамалдары Хунедоара округі мен Альба округі 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (мәдени) Бұл орынды құрайтын алты қамал – Сармизегетуса, Костешти Цетацюи, Костешти Блидару, Лункани Пиатра Роши, Баница және Капална – б.з.б. 1-ші ғасырда және б.з. 1-ші ғасырында салынды және римдік-дакия соғыстары кезінде римдік жаулап алудан қорғауға қызмет етті. Олар Еуропаның темір дәуірінің соңғы кезеңіндегі екі ерекше қамалдың үлгісі болып табылады: төбедегі қамал және одан дамыған оппидум.
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
Карпат және Еуропаның басқа да аймақтарындағы ежелгі және табиғи буақай ормандары бірнеше орындар 2017 1133quater; ix (табиғи) Бұл орынға Альпі, Карпат, Динар, Жерорта теңізі және Пиренейдегі шағын оқшауланған аймақтардан тараған Еуропалық буақайдың мұз дәуірінен кейінгі кеңею процесін көрсететін бұзылмаған жаңа ормандардың мысалдары кіреді. Бұл орын алғаш 2007 жылы Словакия мен Украина бөліскен Карпаттағы ежелгі буақай ормандары ретінде тізімге енгізілді, 2011 жылы Германияның ежелгі буақай ормандарын қосу арқылы кеңейтілді, 2017 жылы Румыниядағы және басқа елдердегі 12 аймақты қосу арқылы тізімге енгізілді және 2021 жылы жалпы 18 елдегі ормандарды қосу арқылы одан әрі кеңейтілді.
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
Рошия Монтананың кен өндіру мәдени ландшафты Альба округі 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (мәдени) Рошия Монтана Румыния Карпатының батыс бөлігінде орналасқан. Аймақ құнды металдарға бай және қола дәуірінен басталып 21-ші ғасырға дейін алтын өндіру орталығы болып табылады. Американың ашылуына дейін аймақ Еуропадағы алтынның негізгі көзі болды. Рим дәуірінен маңызды қалдықтар сақталған, осы кезде Албурнус Майор кен қаласы құрылды. Орта ғасырларда кен өндіру көбінесе шаруа минерлерінің отбасылары жүргізді, бұл өнеркәсіпке дейінгі практика 1948 жылы мемлекеттендірілгенге дейін сақталды. Тізімге енгізілгеннен кейін, аймақта кен өндіруді қайта бастау жоспарларына байланысты орын бірден қауіпті деп жарияланды.
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Sites are places of importance to cultural or natural heritage as described in the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, established in 1972. Cultural heritage consists of monuments (such as architectural works, monumental sculptures, or inscriptions), groups of buildings, and sites (including archaeological sites). Natural features (consisting of physical and biological formations), geological and physiographical formations (including habitats of threatened species of animals and plants), and natural sites which are important from the point of view of science, conservation or natural beauty, are defined as natural heritage. Romania accepted the convention on 16 May 1990, making its historical sites eligible for inclusion on the list. as of 2022, there are nine World Heritage Sites in Romania,
+ Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO data (UNESCO reference number and criteria) Description Danube Delta Tulcea County 1991 588; vii, x (natural) The Danube Delta, where the Danube river enters the Black Sea, is the largest European wetland. It is home to over 300 bird and 45 freshwater fish species, including the endangered sturgeons. Mammal species include European mink, European wildcat, Eurasian otter, and the threatened monk seal. Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania Sibiu, Alba, Harghita, Brașov, and Mureș County 1993 596bis; iv (cultural) This site comprises seven villages with fortified churches that were built between the 13th and the 16th centuries by Transylvanian Saxons. The settlement pattern and the organization of the villages has been preserved since the Middle Ages. Six villages (Câlnic, Dârjiu, Prejmer, Saschiz, Valea Viilor, and Viscri) were listed in the original nomination in 1993 while the village of Biertan (the fortified church is pictured) was added in 1999. Monastery of Horezu Vâlcea County 1993 597; ii (cultural) The monastery in the town of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, Prince of Wallachia, who was the namesake of the Brâncovenesc style of architecture. It is considered by UNESCO as a masterpiece of this style. It is known for its rich ornamental details and votive paintings. In the 18th century, an influential school of mural and icon painting was established in the monastery. Churches of Moldavia Suceava County 1993 598bis; i, iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches built in the 15th and 16th centuries. In line with the regional period style, the facades of the churches are entirely covered by frescos inspired by Byzantine art. The paintings depict Biblical themes and are well preserved. The churches include the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Church, the Assumption of the Virgin and of Saint George's Church of the Humor Monastery, the Church of the Annunciation of Moldovița Monastery, the Sacred Cross Church, the Saint Nicolas' Church of Probota Monastery, the Saint John the New Monastery, the Saint George's Church of the former Voroneț Monastery, and the Church of the Resurrection of Sucevița Monastery (pictured). The latter church was added to the list in 2010. Historic Centre of Sighișoara Mureș County 1999 902; iii, v (cultural) The historic centre of the city of Sighișoara dates from the 12th century. It is a well preserved example of a small fortified medieval town shaped by the interactions of cultures from Central Europe and the Byzantine Orthodox Southeastern Europe. It was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons, a community of German merchants and craftsmen. They have lived in the region for over 850 years, however, due to immigration in modern times, their culture will be preserved only through architectural monuments. Wooden Churches of Maramureş Maramureș County 1999 904; iv (cultural) This site comprises eight churches from the 17th and 18th century in Maramureș County. The churches are made of wood and they combine influences of Orthodox and Gothic architecture styles. Some of the common characteristics of the churches include tall, slim clock towers and roofs covered by shingles. The list includes the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple in Bârsana, the Church of Saint Nicholas (pictured) in Budești, the Saint Parascheva Church in Desești, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ieud Deal, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Plopiș, the Saint Parascheva Church in Poienile Izei, the Church of the Holy Archangels in Rogoz, and the Church of the Holy Archangels in Șurdești. Dacian Fortresses of the Orăștie Mountains Hunedoara County and Alba County 1999 906; ii, iii, iv (cultural) The six fortresses that comprise this site, Sarmizegetusa, Costeşti Cetăţuie, Costeşti Blidaru, Luncani Piatra Roşie, Bănița, and Căpâlna, were built in the 1st century BCE and 1st century CE and served as protection against Roman conquest during the Roman Dacian wars. They are representative examples of two characteristic types of forts of Late Iron Age Europe, the hilltop fort and its successor which evolved from it, the oppidum. Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe several sites 2017 1133quater; ix (natural) This site comprises undisturbed examples of temperate forests that demonstrate the postglacial expansion process of European beech from a few isolated refuge areas in the Alps, Carpathians, Dinarides, Mediterranean, and Pyrenees. The site was originally listed in 2007 as the Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, shared by Slovakia and Ukraine, extended in 2011 to include the Ancient Beech Forests of Germany, extended in 2017 to list 12 areas in Romania and in some other countries, and further expanded in 2021 to include forests in a total of 18 countries. Roșia Montană Mining Cultural Landscape Alba County 2021 1552rev; ii, iii, iv (cultural) Roșia Montană is located in the western part of the Romanian Carpathians. The area is rich in deposits of precious metals and has been a centre of gold mining starting in Bronze Age and continuing in the 21st century. Before the discovery of America, the area was the main European source of gold. Important remains date from Roman times, when the mining town of Alburnus Maior was founded. In the medieval period, mining was mostly carried out by families of peasant miners, this pre industrial practice continued until the nationalisation in 1948. Upon the inscription, the site was immediately listed as endangered due to threats posed by plans to resume mining.
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Дүниежүзілік мұра тізіміне енгізілген нысандардан басқа, мүше мемлекеттер ұсынылуы мүмкін алдын ала тізімдегі нысандарды жүргізе алады. Дүниежүзілік мұра тізіміне ұсыныстар, егер нысан бұрын алдын ала тізімде көрсетілген болса ғана қабылданады. 2022 жылға қарай Румыния 16 нысанды алдын ала тізімге енгізді. + Нысан суреті Орналасқан жері Тізімге енгізілген жылы ЮНЕСКО критерийлері Сипаттамасы Неамц монастыры Неамц округі 1991 i, ii, iv (мәдени) Монастырь 14 ғасырда салынған. Шіркеу 15 ғасырдың соңында Молдавия патшасы Степан III тұсында салынды және молдавиялық діни сәулет өнерінің ең көрнекті үлгісі болып табылады. Монастырь аймақтың маңызды мәдени орталықтарының бірі болды, онда баспахана мен мектеп болды. Куртеа де Аргештегі Византия және Византиядан кейінгі шіркеулер Аргеш округі 1991 i, ii, iv (мәдени) Куртеа де Аргеш Валахияның ежелгі астанасы болды. 13-16 ғасырларға жататын хан сарайы қазір қираған күйде. Әулие Николай шіркеуі 14 ғасырға дейін салынған, ал бұрынғы монастырьдың бөлігі болған Куртеа де Аргеш соборы (суретте) 16 ғасырда салынды. Таргу Жиудағы Константин Бранкузидің мүсіндік ансамблі Горж округі 1991 i, ii (мәдени) Таргу Жиудағы ескерткіштер тобын румын мүсіншісі Константин Бранкузи 1937 жылы Бірінші дүниежүзілік соғыста қаза тапқан жауынгерлердің құрметіне жасады. Ансамбльде үш мүсін бар: Үнсіздік үстелі (Masa tăcerii), Ұсыныс қақпасы (Poarta sărutului) және Түнегі жоқ бағана (Coloana fără sfârșit), суретте бейнеленген. Басарабидегі тас кешені Констанца округі 1991 (мәдени) Мурфатлар қаласының жанында (бұрын Басараби деп аталған) ежелгі тас карьерінде орналасқан тас кешені 10-12 ғасырларда монастырь кешеніне айналдырылды. Қабырғаларда грек, глаголит, кириллица және түркі рундары сияқты әртүрлі жазулармен бірнеше жазулар ойылып салынған. Сондай-ақ, Киелі кітап сюжеттерін бейнелейтін бірнеше суреттер бар. Яссыдағы Үш Иерарх шіркеуі Яссы округі 1991 i, iv (мәдени) 1639 жылы аяқталған шіркеу – византиялық ерекшеліктерді Молдавия мен Валахия өнерінің ерекше элементтерімен біріктіретін румын сәулетінің үлгісі. Фасадтары бай мүсінді тас әшекейлермен жабылған. Олтенядан келген Куле бірнеше нысандар 1991 iv, v (мәдени) Куле (бірлік: culă; түрікше kule – «мұнара») – Олтеня (Кіші Валахия деп те аталады) аймағында орналасқан жартылай бекінілген ғимараттар. Олар маңызды жолдарды бақылау үшін салынған және үлкен және кіші дворяндар қолданған. Суретте Гречану Кулесі көрсетілген. Денсуш шіркеуі Хунедоара округі 1991 i, iv (мәдени) Шіркеу 14 ғасырда римдік храм орнында салынған, оның құрылыс материалдары қолданылған. Ішкі суреттері 15 ғасырға жатады. Алба-Юлияның тарихи қаласы Алба округі 1991 iv, v, vi (мәдени) Алба-Юлия біздің заманымыздың 2 ғасырындағы римдік Апулон лагері орнында орналасқан. Ортағасырлық қала 18 ғасырда бекіністермен қоршалған. Маңызды ғимараттарға 13 ғасырдан бері сақталған католиктік Санкт-Михаил соборы, 1992 жылдан бері православиелік коронация соборы, хан сарайы және Батианнум кітапханасы кіреді. Суретте Альба Каролина цитаделі, бастапқы бекініс көрсетілген. Ретезат тау массиві Хунедоара округі 1991 (табиғи) Ұсыныс құжаттамасында сипаттама берілмеген. Петрошул Родней тау шыңы Бистрица-Нэсяд округі 1991 (табиғи) Ұсыныс құжаттамасында сипаттама берілмеген. Санпетру формациясы Хунедоара округі 1991 (табиғи) Ұсыныс құжаттамасында сипаттама берілмеген. Санпетру формациясы – динозаврлар мен басқа да қазбаларға бай, кеш бор кезеңіне (Маастрихт сатысы) жататын геологиялық кен орны. Суретте осы жерде табылған птерозавр Eurazhdarcho-ның суреті көрсетілген. Слэтиоара мәңгілік орман Сучава округі 1991 (табиғи) Бұл Слэтиоара мәңгілік орманының ұсынысы, ол содан бері Карпаттар мен Еуропаның басқа аймақтарындағы ежелгі және бастапқы бук ормандарының бөлігі ретінде тізімге енгізілді. Холлоке және Риметеяның ежелгі ауылдары және олардың айналасы Альба округі 2012 v (мәдени) Бұл 1987 жылдан бері Венгрияның Дүниежүзілік мұралық орны ретінде тізімге енгізілген Холлоке ауылына ұсынылып отырған кеңейту. Риметея 17-18 ғасырларда дамыды және 20 ғасырдың ауыл шаруашылығы революциясына дейінгі ауыл өмірінің тірі мысалы ретінде әдейі сақталды. Ауылда мажар халқы көптеп қоныстанған. Рим империясының шекаралары – Дунай лимесі (Румыния) бірнеше нысандар 2020 ii, iii, iv (мәдени) Бұл Дунай өзені бойындағы римдік бекіністерді қамтитын трансұлттық ұсыныс. Поролиссумдағы қайта құрылған қақпа суретте көрсетілген. Рим империясының шекаралары – Дакия (Румыния) бірнеше нысандар 2020 ii, iii, iv (мәдени) Бұл ұсыныс римдік лиместің дакиялық бөлігін қамтиды. 100-ден астам бекініс, 50 шағын бекініс және 150-ден астам мұнаралар Румынияда анықталды.
In addition to sites inscribed on the World Heritage list, member states can maintain a list of tentative sites that they may consider for nomination. Nominations for the World Heritage list are only accepted if the site was previously listed on the tentative list. as of 2022, Romania recorded 16 sites on its tentative list. + Site Image Location Year listed UNESCO criteria Description Neamț Monastery Neamț County 1991 i, ii, iv (cultural) The monastery was founded in the 14th century. The church was built in the late 15th century, during the reign of king Stephen III of Moldavia, and is the most representative example of the Moldavian style of religious architecture. The monastery has been one of the most important regional centres of culture, it had a printing press and a school. Byzantine and Post Byzantine Churches in Curtea de Argeș Argeș County 1991 i, ii, iv (cultural) Curtea de Argeș was the old capital of Wallachia. The princely court, dating from the 13th to 16th centuries, is now in ruins. The Church of St. Nicholas dates to the 14th century while the Curtea de Argeș Cathedral (pictured), a part of a former monastery, is from the 16th century. Sculptural Ensemble of Constantin Brâncuși at Târgu Jiu Gorj County 1991 i, ii (cultural) The group of monuments at Târgu Jiu was designed by the Romanian sculptor Constantin Brâncuși in 1937 to commemorate the soldiers who died in World War I. There are three sculptures in the assembly, The Table of Silence (Masa tăcerii), The Gate of the Kiss (Poarta sărutului), and the Endless Column (Coloana fără sfârșit), which is depicted in the picture. Rupestral Ensemble from Basarabi Constanța County 1991 (cultural) The rock complex, located near the town of Murfatlar (formerly known as Basarabi) in an old chalk quarry, was converted into a monastic complex from the 10th to the 12th centuries. Several inscriptions are carved to the walls in different scripts, including Greek, Glagolitic, Cyrillic script, and Turkic runes. There are also several carvings depicting Biblical topics. Church of the Three Hierarchs in Iași Iași County 1991 i, iv (cultural) The church, completed in 1639, is an example of Romanian architecture that combines Byzantine features with characteristic elements of the art of Moldavia and Wallachia. The facades are covered by rich sculpted stone decor. Cule from Oltenia several sites 1991 iv, v (cultural) Cule (singular: culă; from Turkish kule "tower, turret") are semi fortified buildings found in the Oltenia (also known as Lesser Wallachia) region. They were built to watch important routes and were used by greater and lesser nobility. The Culă Greceanu is pictured. Densuș Church Hunedoara County 1991 i, iv (cultural) The church was built at the latest in the 14th century on the site of a Roman temple, the materials of which were used in the construction. The interior paintings date from the 15th century. Historic Town of Alba Iulia Alba County 1991 iv, v, vi (cultural) Alba Iulia lies on the site of a 2nd century CE Roman camp Apulon. The medieval town was surrounded by bastions in the 18th century. Important buildings include the Catholic St. Michael's Cathedral from the 13th century, the Orthodox Coronation Cathedral from 1992, the Prince's Palace and the Batthyaneum Library. The Alba Carolina Citadel, a start fort, is pictured. Retezat Massif Hunedoara County 1991 (natural) No description is provided in the nomination documentation. Pietrosul Rodnei mountain peak Bistrița Năsăud County 1991 (natural) No description is provided in the nomination documentation. Sânpetru Formation Hunedoara County 1991 (natural) No description is provided in the nomination documentation. The Sânpetru Formation is a geological deposit from the Late Cretaceous period (Maastrichtian stage), rich in dinosaur and other fossils. Artist's impression of the pterosaur Eurazhdarcho, discovered at the site, is pictured. Slătioara secular forest Suceava County 1991 (natural) This is a nomination of the Slătioara secular forest that has since been listed as a part of Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe. The old villages of Hollókő and Rimetea and their surroundings Alba County 2012 v (cultural) This is a proposed extension to the Hollókő village, which has been listed as a World Heritage site in Hungary since 1987. Rimetea developed in the 17th and 18th centuries and has been deliberately preserved as a living example of rural life before the agricultural revolution of the 20th century. The village has a strong Hungarian community. Frontiers of the Roman Empire — The Danube Limes (Romania) several sites 2020 ii, iii, iv (cultural) This is a transnational nomination covering sites with Roman fortifications along the Danube river. The reconstructed gate at Porolissum is pictured. Frontiers of the Roman Empire — Dacia (Romania) several sites 2020 ii, iii, iv (cultural) This nomination comprises the Dacian section of Roman Limes. Stretching over more than , this was the longest land Roman border sector of Europe. Around 100 forts, 50 small fortifications, and more than 150 towers in Romania have been identified.