The World Heritage Centre is at the forefront of the international community’s efforts to protect and preserve World Heritage partnerships for conservation Ensuring that World Heritage sites sustain their outstanding universal value is an increasingly challenging mission in today’s complex world where sites are vulnerable to the effects of uncontrolled urban development Our Partners Donate Take advantage of the search to browse through the World Heritage Centre information Established on the shores of Lake Schwerin in northeast Germany the Schwerin Residence Ensemble is an architectural and landscape ensemble which fits very precisely within the context of the emergence and development of the historicist style in Europe Created for the most part in the 19th century in what was then the capital of the Grand Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin in northeast Germany including the Grand Duke’s Residence Palace and manor houses But it also fulfils all the functions required of a ducal capital in terms of administration The buildings form an exceptional architectural ensemble ranging from Neo­-Classical to Neo-Baroque and Neo-Renaissance and even includes in certain cases references to the more regional Neo-Renaissance "Johann-Albrecht" style with influences from the Italian Renaissance l'ensemble résidentiel de Schwerin est un ensemble architectural et paysager qui s'inscrit très précisément dans le contexte de l'émergence et du développement du style historiciste en Europe Créé pour l’essentiel au cours de la première moitié du XIXe siècle au cœur de la capitale du grand-duché de Mecklembourg-Schwerin Mais il remplit aussi les fonctions nécessaires à une capitale ducale en matière d’administration de prestige et d’activités culturelles ; il comprend également un ensemble de parcs Ces édifices composent un ensemble architectural exceptionnel allant du néo-classique au néo-baroque et à la néo-renaissance des références au style néo-renaissance « Johann-Albrecht » tout en s’inspirant de la Renaissance italienne Большая часть комплекса была создана в XIX веке в качестве столицы великого герцогства Мекленбург-Шверин на северо-востоке Германии включая дворец-резиденцию великого герцога и усадьбы возлагаемые на герцогскую столицу в области управления поддержания престижа и организации культурного досуга: в нем есть парки Здания образуют исключительный архитектурный ансамбль отражающий исторический дух того времени: от неоренессанса до необарокко и неоклассицизма Established on the shores of Lake Schwerin the Schwerin Residence Ensemble is an architectural and landscape ensemble which fits very precisely within the context of the emergence and development of the historicist style in Europe and particularly in the German kingdoms and principalities The establishment of the seat of Grand Ducal power in the 19th century led to the implementation in the city of Schwerin of an architectural and landscape programme that illustrates all the civil and religious functions of a capital city that was the seat of a monarch As result of the diversity of the architectural programmes the ensemble provides a wide spectrum of buildings which reflect the 19th-century historicist style and in certain cases refer to the more regional “Johann-Albrecht” style connecting the programmes even more closely to the history of the Grand Duchy The choice made to establish the seat next to lakes and ponds creating a landscape in which the architecture and gardens are reflected in the water is a perfect illustration of the romantic taste in 19th-century Europe Criterion (iv): The Schwerin Residence Ensemble fits within the context of the emergence and development of the historicist style during the 19th century in Europe. Remarkably well-preserved it constitutes an outstanding European royal residence ensemble of the 19th century by way of the richness and diversity of its architecture and landscape features which express the whole spectrum of historicism from neo-Renaissance to neo-Baroque and neo-Classicism neo-Gothic and the regional “Johann-Albrecht” historicist style The boundaries of the Schwerin Residence Ensemble encompass all the landscape as well as the perspectives and visual axes necessary to express its Outstanding Universal Value The property in its landscape context presents the necessary characteristics to express the importance of this well-preserved historicist ensemble; it is not threatened by any unfavourable development or abandonment or form of the thirty-eight elements comprising the Schwerin Residence Ensemble have been preserved resulting essentially in adaptations and alterations to interior arrangements structures and materials of the ensemble have been preserved The relationship of the buildings to their landscape setting whether with the gardens or the lakes and ponds The thirty-eight elements comprising the Schwerin Residence Ensemble are protected at Federal level and by the Monument Protection Act (DSchG M-V) of the State of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania The elements are identified as properties whose preservation is a matter of public interest The Federal Building Code (Baugesetzbuch – BauGB amended in 2017) provides the basis for land use and urban planning; it includes provisions for the preservation of properties inscribed on the World Heritage List the laws and regulations relating to the protection of nature and landscapes also apply within the boundaries of the property and its buffer zone A management plan has been prepared to be used as a control and planning instrument It will have to be periodically assessed and updated is a crucial element to ensure the coordination and effectiveness of the management of the property A rigorous strategy for the conservation of the buildings in the ensemble and particularly of the interior layouts of those open to the public and for the management of tourist flows inside the property and in the city is essential to ensure that the Outstanding Universal Value of the property is maintained in the long-term “It goes back to that only the strong survive,” says Soledad inmate John Piccirillo © East Tennessee State University — All Rights Reserved To my fellow working people of Franklin County who voted for and have been supporting President Donald Trump — please take a moment and reflect on what is happening to our country Trump just enacted a massive tax increase on working Americans they are paid by consumers with the money going directly to the U.S the president is allowing a billionaire to make equally massive and destructive cuts to programs that we all rely on necessities for a functioning society that are available to all Americans Where is the money the government will collect through these tariffs going to go Trump and Musk do not have a coherent plan They’re not playing some game of three dimensional chess that no one else understands They are showmen who make grand dramatic gestures and have little interest in doing the hard work of making informed We’re all paying the price for it now and it is going to get worse I agree with many of you that the government before Trump was dysfunctional and not working well for the average person but I hope that some of you will start to see that this dangerous regime is not the answer Please stop and think about the kind of world you want to live in the kind of world you want to leave to our children and reconsider your support for this president you agree with our use of cookies to personalize your experience measure ads and monitor how our site works to improve it for our users With its castle dubbed ‘Neuschwanstein of the North’ the cultural landscape of Schwerin has been recognised by UNESCO for its outstanding 19th-century heritage… Germany is often associated with fairytales thanks to popular stories such as Hansel & Gretel Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty rooted in German folklore And it’s easy to see how they were inspired with approximately 25,000 castles and palaces adorning the country’s landscape only a handful of its these fortresses have been recognised by UNESCO but one more has just been added to the prestigious list The organisation’s latest inscription has brought attention to one of the greatest examples of Romantic historicism in Europe it isn’t found in the emerald mountains of Bavaria Schwerin was once the capital of the Grand Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin resided by the House of Mecklenburg dynasty The low-lying city is almost flooded by several serene bodies of water and standing on an island within its largest lake – Lake Schwerin – is its most monumental landmark has existed in its present form since the mid-19th century when the dynasty ruled although the site’s history dates back much further Archaeologists have traced the site back to 942 when a Slavic fortress once stood its place however the Slavic tribes were conquered by an army commanded by Henry the Lion It was after this in the year 1160 that Schwerin was officially founded the palace witnessed various transformations as a ducal residence it was remodelled on French Renaissance architecture under the instruction of Frederick Francis II It is this interior and façade that has been wonderfully preserved until this day and is what has been recognised by UNESCO for ‘reflecting the historicist spirit of the time’ the castle dubbed ‘Neuschwanstein of the North’ with numerous turrets and towers piercing the sky with their charcoal cone-shaped tops with highlights including the Throne Room and Ancestral Portrait Gallery it is an artistic masterpiece: segments of wood veneer are pieced together to create a floor pattern that’s almost too pretty to walk on while the off-white stucco ceilings swirl around angelic paintings and chandeliers Flashes of gold catch your eye throughout the building as gilding is used to decorate picture frames Schwerin Castle is a seat in State Parliament Visitors can take a self-guided tour of the museum and palace rooms or book a guided tour to gain a deeper understanding of the historical importance of the building Although the magnificent fortress outshines its surroundings the castle’s baroque garden with its cast-iron orangery sculptures and flower beds contend in close second The castle and its gardens aren’t the only components under the UNESCO listing There are more than 30 elements included within the Schwerin Residence Ensemble with the buildings around Old Garden Square being of particular note a theatre and a railway station all contribute to the story of this 19th-century landscape and how it was shaped by the House of Mecklenburg-Schwerin dynasty to create a capital fit for any fairytale Schwerin is the state capital of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in northeastern Germany The nearest international airport is Hamburg Airport get the train from Hamburg Central Station to Schwerin Hbf although some quicker services are available Sitting alongside the UNESCO-listed Pfaffenteich, Niederländischer Hof has more than 120 years of history within its Dutch Court walls Its 24 rooms range from singles and doubles to studios Sign up to our newsletter for free with the Wanderlust Club As I walked alone through a cemetery one Easter morning and resurrection of Jesus.   As I walked alone through a cemetery one Easter morning "Every one of these folks knows absolutely what we can now only know in part!"  What do they know How amazing it must have been for Jesus' friends fully alive!  Can you imagine it?  One moment you are overcome by grief and fear and despair and the next you are overcome with joy unspeakable That joy can be ours as well.  No matter what the darkness is in our life the risen Jesus lives to lift us out of it and fill us to overflowing with the life that is overflowing in him.  Because he IS love Let him fill you!  Invite him in!  It was for this very reason he came died and was raised!  Don't live another day without his joy!  Circumstances mean nothing when we live in him We remember those who are no longer with us in Roscoe The City of Schwerin is gearing up to host celebrations including a "Citizens' Festival" to mark the "Day of German Unity" from October 2-4 The Hamburg Metropolitan Region will also be represented at the city's Schlachtermarkt with partners from the Duchy of Lauenburg Ludwigslust-Parchim and Schwerin after Hamburg hosted last year's festivities.  Visitors can also go on a 3D tour of the diverse Hamburg Metropolitan Region by virtually hopping on a tandem bike donning a VR headset and going along the Elbe River through the Alte Land region and to the Baltic coast Photos can be taken at a digital photo box and emailed to you A touch table reveals all kinds of interesting facts about the 5.4 million inhabitants of the metropolitan region including its characteristics as an innovative Border History(ies)" about the former inner-German border region will open from September 28 to October 7 A picture-postcard colorful old town with a Gothic cathedral A 19th century castle overlooking ornate lakeside gardens And deep divisions over who belongs and who doesn’t The country’s election campaign has shone a light on the fracture at the heart of Europe’s largest nation 23 vote has come down to migration — those who consider an influx of foreigners as a fundamental threat to German society and those pushing for more inclusivity and less stigma where the anti-immigrant far-right Alternative for Germany would be unprecedented in the country’s postwar history — has brought it into sharp relief.  Nowhere is the choice as stark as in Schwerin one of the contests for a seat in the country’s parliament pits a migration official in Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s government who came to Germany as an immigrant against a top politician from the AfD Migration “is overshadowing the entire election campaign,” said Reem Alabali-Radovan who has represented the district in parliament for the center-left Social Democrats someone sprayed black paint over her face on one of her campaign billboards Although parties like hers had planned to focus their campaigns on other issues “events have made migration the main issue now — and there’s a competition [among some parties] to outdo each other in terms of proposing restrictive measures.” use far-right support for the first time as he pushed for a migration crackdown “It pains me that this is how the issue is being debated — it’s important that we ensure security but migration is much more than that,” Alabali-Radovan told POLITICO “I would like us to separate [the two issues] more clearly to pay attention to the issues and the choice of words as Merz or the [center-right Christian Democratic] Union often do to place entire population groups under general suspicion.” is among those pushing for the strictest controls on migration because as he told a crowd of supporters in Schwerin he considers it an “existential” threat to the country the dominant issue,” Holm told POLITICO before his speech After the attacks in Magdeburg and Aschaffenburg “that is also the dominant thing that you hear [from voters] at information stands — that things can’t go on like this they can’t come to terms with this migration issue.” Holm described the arrival of migrants in Schwerin and the surrounding areas — including at a refugee center in the city — as posing long-term risks to the area’s identity and security “We have cities that have already shifted so much that you can hardly recognize them as Germany anymore,” he told the crowd “And in Schwerin we are experiencing this progress — which is not progress at all but of course a step backward — also developing in this way.” No one knows yet which vision will win out in Schwerin. The website zweitstimme.org sees a likely victory for Holm and the AfD.  That would track along with trends in the state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania as a whole which show a marked shift toward the AfD and away from the SPD since the last federal election in 2021.  11 points ahead of the AfD — but recent polling puts the AfD in a strong first-place position this time around In addition to serving as a member of parliament Alabali-Radovan leads the German government’s anti-racism efforts and serves as a top official on migration and refugee policy She has personal experience with the issue: She was born in Moscow to parents from Iraq and the family came to Germany when she was a child.  “People have become more radical — the statements are more radical Sometimes you can’t even have a conversation anymore,” Alabali-Radovan said that it’s become so entrenched that you can’t accomplish much with conversations anymore “We’ll take decisions to protect ourselves.” In Germany’s next parliament the AfD will have more speaking time more money and more power to hammer centrist parties With Merz at the helm and the SPD’s Boris Pistorius likely gaining a seat at the table Ukraine can expect a stronger ally in Berlin Based on more than a dozen interviews in the final weeks of the German election campaign POLITICO tells the story of how violence and migration shaped one of the most momentous votes in the country’s postwar history Drug Delivery Business October 17, 2024 By The Schwerin auto-injector production facility. [Image courtesy of Ypsomed]Ypsomed announced today that it opened a new production hall at its German site in Schwerin to increase auto-injector production Switzerland-based company said its expansion enables an increase in production capacity to meet growing global demand CEO Simon Michel also said the company plans to further expand the plant in the coming years Ypsomed invested approximately $25.4 million (22 million CHF) in the new production hall It extends upon the existing Halls A-C with 30 state-of-the-art plastic injection molding machines and three assembly lines The company says it can produce an additional 100 million auto-injectors per year in Schwerin the company plans to begin construction on “Schwerin II” in January 2025 The first phase expands the production area by 25,000 square meters It also adds a fully automated high-bay warehouse an administration building and a central technical building This could increase the company’s production capacity by 400 million to 500 million pens and autoinjectors per year The company said its investment sum amounts to almost half a billion Swiss francs the company expects to create 85 new jobs and apprenticeships in Schwerin with the newly opened production hall It anticipates about 350 new jobs created through the first phase of the Schwerin II project The new expansions also feature sustainable aspects such as photovoltaic systems on the roofing and a planned wind turbine Ypsomed also plans to make Hall D a CO2-neutral building “The expansion of our Schwerin site is an important step in our growth strategy which will enable us to increase our production capacity and expand further in the coming years,” said Michel Sean Whooley is an associate editor who mainly produces work for MassDevice, Medical Design & Outsourcing and Drug Delivery Business News. 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The landscape is dominated by 12 lakes that surround the city Lake Schwerin alone encompasses more than 60 square kilometres and is a haven for watersport fans swim or stay on a houseboat for the length of your trip © Ввласенко / WikiCommons The 13th-century cathedral ranks among the best examples of brick-built Gothic architecture in North Germany Rather than just marvelling at its architectonic features it’s worth stepping inside to explore some of the details a reliquary that was believed to hold Christ’s blood drew pilgrimages to Schwerin Cathedral Sign up to our newsletter to save up to $800 on our unique trips See privacy policy the Mecklenburg State Theater stages concerts but the annual is the Schlossfestspiele which has lured 70,000 people to Schwerin in the past the performances of the world’s most renowned operas are moved to a stage in the Alter Garten park right in front of Schwerin Castle Guides & Tips The Best European Cities to Visit in November See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in Summer See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in July See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in September Guides & Tips The Best European Cities to Visit in December See & Do Germany's Most Beautiful Abbeys and Monasteries See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in Autumn See & Do The Best European Cities to Visit in October See & Do A Guide to River Cruises in Germany: What to Know See & Do The Best Weekend Trips From Heidelberg Art 10 Masterpieces You Can Only See in Munich Design The Most Beautiful Churches in Berlin US: +1 (678) 967 4965 | UK: +44 (0)1630 35000 tripssupport@theculturetrip.com © Copyright 2025 The Culture Trip Ltd and the trend is expected to continue in future: "We expect positive demand from urban and cultural tourists in terms of both day visitors and overnight guests We are forecasting increased demand in the off-season and a rising share of foreign guests," Michaela Christen UNESCO designates outstanding sites of cultural historical or scientific significance as World Heritage Sites the Kontorhaus district and the Chilehaus in Hamburg Lübeck's historic city centre is also on the World Heritage List which stretches for some 500 kilometres along the coasts of Denmark Tourism is a key factor in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region People in the region make around 255 million day trips a year and tourist accommodation accounts for 81 million overnight stays per annum Experts have drawn up plans for environment-friendly and climate-friendlier tourism in the region and for regaining skilled labour your new go-to podcast to spice up your weekday mornings with relevant news and behind-the-scenes from Brussels and beyond From the economy to the climate and the EU's role in world affairs this talk show sheds light on European affairs and the issues that impact on our daily lives as Europeans Tune in to understand the ins and outs of European politics Dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries Deep dive conversations with business leaders Euronews Tech Talks goes beyond discussions to explore the impact of new technologies on our lives the podcast provides valuable insights into the intersection of technology and society Europe's water is under increasing pressure floods are taking their toll on our drinking water Join us on a journey around Europe to see why protecting ecosystems matters and to discover some of the best water solutions an animated explainer series and live debate - find out why Water Matters We give you the latest climate facts from the world’s leading source analyse the trends and explain how our planet is changing We meet the experts on the front line of climate change who explore new strategies to mitigate and adapt A number of sites across the world are still being assessed in India for inclusion in the United Nation's cultural agency's World Heritage List - a collection of outstanding landmarks and areas of natural or traditional unique environments As protection of these sites is paramount there are also some examples that have been placed on an alternative line-up of places at risk of being harmed The Vjetrenica cave is the most recent landmark added to the protected list becoming the fifth site to be recognised in Bosnia and Herzegovina UNESCO describes it on its website as “the property that stands out with its remarkable cave biodiversity and endemicity.” Within the cave there are several pre-tertiary relict species whose relatives went extinct a long time ago The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) will work with the state’s party to guarantee sufficient water to the cave system and supply adequate funding Another new addition is the Schwerin Residence Ensemble in Germany This castle survived World War II without any bomb damage and was featured in the film “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” starring Colin Firth and Julianne Moore Adding to Germany’s list of over 50 World Heritage sites It is a training center for kindergarten teachers Last week, Unesco rejected recommendations last week to place Stonehenge on the list of endangered world heritage sites over concerns that Britain’s plans to build a nearby highway tunnel threaten the landscape around the prehistoric monument Potential undiscovered archaeological artifacts were also cited as in need of protection a highway that currently runs right past the landmark The attempt to build a tunnel has gone on since the 1980s but has been rejected for being “too expensive” After a reportedly hour-and-a-half conversation in New Dehli however the committee decided to not add it to the list of sites at risk UNESCO’s issued an amendment to reverse a prior decision essentially overturning all rulings and conversations from the past “This is a dark day for Stonehenge and a hollow victory for the UK government as this decision won’t stop the harm to the World Heritage Site.”   Stonehenge was built on the flat lands of Salisbury Plain in stages starting 5,000 years ago The stone circle was created around 2,500 B.C. The week-long session comes to an end on Wednesday July 31st leaving time for more sites to be added Celebrations are underway in Schwerin after the UNESCO World Heritage Committee added the castle and Residence Ensemble to the list of Word Heritage Sites during a meeting in New Delhi on Saturday (July 27 The state capital is now the third World Heritage Site in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania and the 54th in Germany oon the same list as the Inca city of Machu Picchu in Peru or the pyramids of Giza "This success was facilitated by by the interaction of civic and political commitment UNESCO has recognised Schwerin's Residence Ensemble as an exceptional cultural heritage site of significance for humanity," said Rico Badenschier The Schwerin Residence Ensemble in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region is an architectural and landscape ensemble most of which was built in the 19th century and dates back to the Grand Dukes of Mecklenburg-Schwerin the Residence Ensemble consists of more than 30 preserved buildings including palaces court infrastructure with court purveyors and official residences as well as administrative and military buildings UNESCO has added Schwerin to its World Heritage Sites because: "The Schwerin Residence Ensemble fits within the context of the emergence and development of the historicist style during the 19th century in Europe neo-Gothic and the regional “Johann-Albrecht” historicist style.kk/fw/pb Read our background report: "Schwerin latest UNESCO World Heritage City" At the Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Thursday 2024 in her 104th year.  Beloved wife of the late John Evans.  Loving mother of John Evans and his wife Tammy and Essi Evans and her husband Everett Turner.  Cherished grandmother of Harmony Elijah.  Friends will be received at the HIGHLAND PARK FUNERAL CENTRE 2024 from 1:00--2:00PM.  Funeral service to follow in the Highland Park Chapel at 2:00 PM.  Private interment Highland Park Cemetery Reception Highland Park Reception Centre.  In memory of Jean and in lieu of flowers donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.  Online condolences may be made at www.highlandparkfuneralcentre.com Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario2300 Young Street Suite 1200 Box 2414, Toronto ON M4P 1E4Tel: 1-888-473-4636Email: lori.armour@heartandstroke.caWeb: http://www.heartandstroke.ca German reunification is celebrated every year on 3 October Discover five facts about the Federal Republic’s most important public holiday On 29 September 1990, the decision made by the then People’s Parliament of the German Democratic Republic (GDR) came into force, bringing the GDR into the territory governed by the Basic Law of the Federal Republic of Germany. A week later, East Germany was officially part of the Federal Republic of Germany. Ever since then, 3 October has been marked as Day of German Unity Every year, a different city and a different federal state are given the task of celebrating the Day of German Unity in their own way. Schwerin will be hosting the celebrations for the 34th anniversary. Schwerin is state capital of Mecklenburg-Lower Pomerania, the least populous of Germany’s 16 federal states The motto for the unification celebrations in Schwerin is “Setting sail as one: strengthening democracy and diversity together”  [JS1]Hier auch bitte Verlinkung zum neuen MV-Text We use YouTube to embed content that may collect data about your activity Please review the details and accept the service to see this content Please confirm your email address so that we can send you our newsletter in the future Northern Illinois - Wisconsin Episcopal Area site by... This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). A host of new sites have just been added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List — a collection encompassing over 1,000 of the world’s most spectacular cultural heritage sites. With the new additions ranging from a romantic, 19th-century German ducal capital to a biodiverse, animal-rich cave network in Bosnia and Herzegovina; Europe’s newest listings are well worth exploring. A picture-perfect image of ornate, traditional German architecture surrounded by the blue waters of Lake Schwerin, this cultural ensemble comprises 38 of Schwerin’s most striking and sacred landscape and architectural features. Steeped in Neo-Renaissance and neoclassical influences, the architecture of Schwerin captures the essence of 19th-century Germany with its ornamental public gardens and cultural buildings tied together by the grand, elaborate domes of Schwerin Castle. Italian coasts or historic French hilltop towns looking down into a mountain-lined valley.","crdt":"Photograph by Francesco Riccardo Iacomino these urban centres have much to offer beyond the views from their scenic looming over towns such as Brisighella.","ttl":"Italy hill towns Brisighella","rchDsc":{"markup":"The Emilia-Romagna region is populated by numerous hilltop castles Latvia's six-mile Three Castle Route leads hikers through the depths of Gauja National Park where woodland paths boast an enchanting display of golden leaves The Schwerin Castle is part of a sprawling estate in northeastern Germany that now has UNESCO protections and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has regularly inscribed new sites to its World Heritage list From ancient ruins that uncover some of the mysteries of lost civilizations to memorable landscapes that showcase wilderness wonders these additions highlight humanity’s rich heritage and the planet’s incredible biodiversity local authorities are responsible for preserving and protecting it to ensure that it can remain on the list and UNESCO will provide assistance when sites become endangered Recently, the organization announced its new selections for 2024 a group of two dozen sites spanning the world These marvels bring the total to 1,223 sites spread across 168 nations, a list that includes places like the Great Barrier Reef in Australia (designated in 1981), Mount Fuji in Japan (2013) a sacred site with more than 2,000 temples in Myanmar (2019) they offer deeper insights into the stories that shape our world and underscore the global effort to safeguard these irreplaceable treasures for future generations Here are seven of the new UNESCO World Heritage Sites worth planning a trip around The Forbidden City is among the sites designated as part of the Beijing Central Axis Stretching just under five miles from the Drum and Bell Towers to the Yongdingmen Gate, the Beijing Central Axis connects dozens of the most famous historical and cultural landmarks in the historic heart of China’s capital city Some must-see stops include the Forbidden City (also known as the Imperial Palace) Many of the buildings date back to the 13th century such as the Imperial Ancestral Temple and Imperial Divine Temple such as Tian’anmen Square and the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall Head to the Flow Country for awe-inspiring natural encounters in one of Europe’s last wild places are among the 14 UNESCO designated sites that are crucial to the story of Nelson Mandela Spanning South Africa this property includes 14 sites important to the story of Nelson Mandela including the Union Buildings (now the official seat of government) the Sharpeville Sites (commemorating the massacre of 69 people protesting the unjust Pass Laws) and the Great Place at Mqhekezweni (where Mandela lived as a young man) “These places reflect key events linked to the long struggle against the apartheid state; Mandela’s influence in promoting understanding and forgiveness; and belief systems based on philosophies of non-racialism a concept that implies humanity is not solely embedded in an individual.” Visiting the mines on Sado Island in Japan combines a historic learning experience with the beauty of the island The Sado Island Gold Mines, on Sado Island in the Niigata prefecture in Japan are historical mining sites dating back more than 400 years These mines were once Japan’s largest gold and silver producers operating from the Edo period until they were closed in the 1980s Visitors can explore two main sections: the Sodayu and the Doyu tunnels The former houses recreated Edo-era mining scenes while the latter showcases the modernized mining techniques used during the Meiji era and beyond tourists can take a ferry from Niigata Port to Ryotsu Port on Sado Island then use local buses or rent a car to reach the site Travel to Mecklenburg-Vorpommern for an opulent visit to Schwerin Castle Built throughout the 19th century as the then capital of the Grand Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin in northeast Germany this sprawling estate encompasses 38 elements including the iconic Schwerin Castle plus the surrounding gardens The palace’s grandiose rooms and halls are open to visitors all year with guided tours available in multiple languages providing insights into the palace’s history There are also options for self-guided tours using audio guides Schwerin is easily accessible by train or car from major German cities like Berlin or Hamburg The palace is a short walk from the Schwerin central train station In the Parco Regionale dell’Appia Antica in Rome visitors can stroll along stretches of the road within the park a regional park where visitors can walk or cycle along stretches of the ancient road Explore the wondrous Vjetrenica Cave in Bosnia and Herzegovina Located near the village of Ravno in southern Bosnia and Herzegovina Vjetrenica Cave is renowned for its intricate network of underground passageways including subterranean aquatic fauna and rare species like the blind salamander Visitors can explore the cave through tours that operate throughout the year with guides leading guests through the main chambers Vjetrenica Cave is about 10 miles from the town of Ravno and approximately 50 miles from Dubrovnik UNESCO also added Tell Umm Amer, a historic monastery located in the Gaza Strip, to the World Heritage in Danger list due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. According to UNESCO the monastery is one of the oldest sites in the Middle East and home to the first monastic community in the Holy Land AFAR participates in affiliate marketing programs which means we may earn a commission if you purchase an item featured on our site.© 2025 AFAR LLC Schwerin’s Residence Ensemble is the latest spot in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region to become a UNESCO World Heritage site. The historic signifance of Hamburg's Speicherstadt warehouse district and the Kontorhaus District the old town island of Lübeck and the old town of Wismar have previously led to their recognition as UNESCO World Heritage Sites Others include the Wadden Sea and the Ohnsorg-Theatre in Hamburg is also listed as an intangible cultural heritage site At its 46th session in New Delhi on Saturday (July 27 the UNESCO World Heritage Committee added the Schwerin Residence Ensemble to the World Heritage List.  the list also includes several historic buildings throughout the city The palace is the highlight of the Schwerin Residence Ensemble and is considered the most significant example of Romantic historicism in Europe Built between 1845 and 1856 on the site of a Slavic fortress dating back to 965 the palace is modelled on French Renaissance architecture The castle is picturesquely situated on an island in Lake Schwerin and can be seen from afar with its baroque cross canal and lawn cascades is the most important baroque garden in northern Germany which were reserved for nobility of the period Schwerin was voted Station of the Year in 2008 following extensive refurbishment is modelled on Greek Renaissance and was considered a pioneering museum building made of iron the museum was one of the most important art galleries after Berlin The buildings in the ensemble include the Kommandantenhaus, the Hofgärtner Etablissment the Fridericianum and the Grand Ducal Office Building This makes Schwerin one of the most important state capitals in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region The city has preserved its historic buildings and uses them to meet the demands of the new industrial and knowledge society Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker « Back Hanover: Fledgling startups in the scaleup phase spin-offs from research projects and socially responsible companies can now apply for Lower Saxony’s “Durchstarterpreis” awards in three categories The deadline for applications ends on May 11 The awards will be presented on during the next Startup Day on September 17 Padenstedt: A green hydrogen production plant is to be built in Padenstedt near Neumunster The plant will be docked onto a biogas plant to produce hydrogen from liquid manure and dung instead of wind and solar energy This is the first production plant of this size according to the Hof-based BTX Energy in the state of Bavaria The company recently signed a letter of intent to build the plant which will produce 120 tons of hydrogen annually for industry and transport Lüneburg: The temporary pop-up department store "Feines aus Lübeck" has opened in Lüneburg. The 260-square metre open store features a brewery a bakery and a skateboard and belt manufacturer Initiated by the Lübeck Business Development Agency said at the opening: "The project impressively shows how much creative potential there is in Lübeck and how vacant spaces can be brought back to life through new uses" Schwerin: Baby boomers are retiring, and many companies are looking for skilled workers. Companies in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania are recruiting trainees and staff from countries outside the EU. Those interested can contact the Skilled Services Center M-V for advice and is designed especially for SMEs The Hamburg Metropolitan Region is home to 5.4 million people in 20 districts and cities. The region in northern Germany is one of the country's eleven metropolitan areas and is characterised by a diverse range of industries, including maritime, logistics, port, aviation, renewable energy, life sciences, chemicals, food, automotive and mechanical engineering, as well as media and IT. One evening in late September 2017, we were strolling down a cobblestone street in Rome’s bohemian Trastevere neighborhood. We had just shared a branzino at one of her favorite restaurants, a cozy little trattoria near Piazza di San Calisto, and were looking for somewhere to go dancing. Taking my hand, she led me down a narrow side street. Then this woman who had surprised me so many times before did something that I would never have expected. After the campaign was over, we went our separate ways. I moved to Washington, D.C., to work in Hillary’s Senate office. YJ eventually went back to New York and started law school at Columbia. We kept in touch, our old rivalry settling into a warm but not especially close friendship. A few years later, in 2009, I was in New York visiting my grandmother, who was in the hospital with a broken hip. That night, emotionally drained, I met YJ for a drink. I told her how it had felt to hear my grandmother, once such a force of nature, a vital writer and composer, tell me that she wanted to die. As I talked, I wondered: Why was I pouring my heart out to this woman I’d barely seen over the past three years? Why did I feel like such an open book around her? So was living in Southern California. YJ and I hiked in the canyons, lay on the beach, grew bougainvillea on our porch, and made pesto from scratch. We said to each other that living well was the best revenge. In September, after Hillary’s book was published, YJ and I headed to our friends’ wedding in Italy. The beautiful little seaside town of Amalfi was full of former campaign colleagues and old D.C. friends. Like us, they were all trying to find new ways to be happy in a world that felt upside down. After dinner, YJ and I walked hand in hand through the ancient streets. This wasn’t the life we’d expected, but it felt right. Then she pulled me into the side-street and paused under a vine-covered trestle. When I turned around, it seemed as though she was tying her shoe. But YJ looked up and, from one knee, said very seriously, “Can I ask you something? Will you marry me?” Was this a joke? “Of course,” I said, laughing. She kissed me, and I realized it wasn’t a joke at all. When I got over my surprise, I was thrilled. And while I still wasn’t going to change my last name, I offered to add hers as a new middle name. (The jury’s out on whether she’ll reciprocate.) After waiting so many years, we decided to move quickly. So just two months later, the day after Thanksgiving, we took our families on our favorite hike in Malibu, and on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, we got married. It was a simple ceremony, but I loved every minute of it. “Growing up, I felt so limited in my options,” YJ said as part of her vows, fighting back tears. “I wish I had known back then how incredibly my life would turn out. I wish I could tell my younger self not to fear; nothing would hold me back. I could be independent, delay marriage, travel the world—and have a partner by my side encouraging me every step of the way.” STAFFAN-MITCHELL ~ CELEBRATING 170 YEARS OF SERVICE ~ 1853-2023 Anna had lived in the Chelsea area since 1972 and together they celebrated nearly 60 years of marriage Her life was filled with joy and creativity Her hobbies included crocheting and knitting and she found delight in crafting ceramics and curating a collection of gnomes A graveside service will be held at Oak Grove East Cemetery at a later date Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or St Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home Global chemical manufacturer OQ Chemicals is further expanding its management team the geothermal heating plant in Schwerin-Lankow The project with a total cost of around €20.5 million has received support of €4.2 million from the European Regional Development Fund water at a depth of about 1300 meters with an average temperature of 56 °C is pumped upwards and can be used for heating About 15% of the heating demand of Schwerin can be covered by the geothermal energy from the plant The inauguration is taking place in the presence of the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany and the Minister President of the German State of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern the German state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern increases its energy independency in the context of the Russian war against Ukraine The inauguration of geothermal heating plant is also an important milestone on the path towards climate neutrality of the city of Schwerin.   For more information on EU investments in Germany please visit the Cohesion Open Data Platform and Kohesio This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page.