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Top UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Asia

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Where to Find the Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Asia
Ayutthaya, Thailand UNESCO site

The preserved Buddha head - a UNESCO site in Ayutthaya, Thailand.

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Home to ancient civilizations and a diverse geography, Asia boasts a mind-boggling number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Paris-based United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization has its hands full trying to preserve culturally significant sites throughout Asia.

Choosing from the many World Heritage Sites in Asia can be daunting, but a few top UNESCO sites in Asia shine above the rest.

So, grab your camera, pack extra energy, and get yourself to one or all of these fascinating places!

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