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What Is a Heritage Site? Definition and Examples
Meaning 1：protected historic place (Heritage site)
Heritage site
/ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ saɪt/
n.
A place that is protected by law because it is important for history, culture, or nature, and we want to keep it safe for future people.
protected historic place
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/prəˈtɛktɪd hɪˈstɒrɪk pleɪs/
n.
A location legally safeguarded for its historical, cultural, or natural importance, so future generations can appreciate it.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Old French 'heritage' (inherit) + Latin 'situs' (position). A place passed down through generations.
💡 Mnemonic
Think: 'Heritage' = inheritance from ancestors + 'site' = location → a treasured location you inherit.
📖 Example
On our trip to China, visiting the Great Wall, a famous heritage site, was the most unforgettable experience.
On our trip to China, visiting the Great Wall, a famous heritage site, was the most unforgettable experience.
🔗 Collocations
UNESCO heritage site – a heritage site recognized by the United Nations for global importance
designated heritage site – a site officially protected by law under heritage legislation
cultural heritage site – a place valued for its historical or artistic significance
🔄 Synonyms
historical landmark (n.) – a famous or important place in history
protected monument (n.) – a structure or site legally preserved for its heritage value
world heritage (n.) – a site listed by UNESCO as having universal cultural or natural significance
🚫 Antonyms
ordinary location (n.) – a place with no special historical or cultural protection
modern development (n.) – a newly built area without historical significance
🌱 Derivatives
📖 Cultural Story
The term gained global prominence through UNESCO's 1972 World Heritage Convention, which legally protects places of outstanding universal value for future generations.
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