World Heritage of the Arab Countries

World Heritage Sites in the Arab Countries (Second Edition) is a richly illustrated and expertly curated volume celebrating the Arab world’s exceptional cultural and natural heritage. Published by the Arab Regional Centre for World Heritage (ARCWH) in collaboration with ALECSO, this updated edition presents a comprehensive overview of 86 UNESCO World Heritage Sites across the Arab region.

Expanding on the original 2012 edition, this trilingual publication in Arabic, English and French features in-depth site profiles, scholarly commentary and breathtaking photography. From the ancient cities of Petra and Carthage to the majestic landscapes of Wadi Rum and the historic medinas of North Africa, the book offers readers a visual and intellectual journey through time and place.

The volume not only highlights the Outstanding Universal Value of each site but also underscores the urgent need for preservation amidst contemporary challenges. It serves as a vital resource for academics, heritage professionals, travellers and anyone with a passion for world heritage and the Arab region’s rich cultural identity.

This second edition reaffirms the role of heritage in fostering education, sustainable development and intercultural dialogue, making it a timeless reference for readers around the globe.

Dimensions: 35 × 34 × 8 cm
Weight: 6 kg
Pages: 532 pages
Language: English, Arabic, French
Edition: Second Edition
Publisher: Arab Regional Centre for World Heritage
ISBN: 9789995823696
Published in Bahrain, 2021
Binding type: Hardcover
Country of publication: Bahrain

Special features:
Richly illustrated, trilingual (Arabic, English, French), comprehensive profiles of 86 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, scholarly commentary, photography, updated and expanded second edition.