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    43 Search results for "unesco"

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    Mrauk U: tensions, protests and its bid for UNESCO protection

    Should tourists still visit Mrauk U? After the deadly protests last month, DVB takes a look at how the community is reacting and how tourism is being affected.

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    Environment Lead Story News Photos Shan Travel & Tourism

    UNESCO’s newest biosphere reserve

    Shan State’s iconic freshwater lake, Inle Lake, is home to a diverse range of species, including birds, otters, and even human communities.

    Lead Story Natural resources News Shan

    Inle Lake granted new UNESCO status

    Shan State’s iconic Inle Lake has been granted Biosphere Reservation status by the United Nations heritage agency

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    Mt Victoria, Indawgyi Lake nominated for UNESCO status

    The highest mountain in Chin State and a wildlife sanctuary in Kachin State are chosen by the Ministry of Environmental Conservation and Forestry and UNESCO for World Heritage status.

    News Briefing

    27 January 2020 News Briefing

    As of 8 PM, 26 Jan, a total of 19,667 samples were tested and found more 411 new cases and 13 deaths. MoHS has reported 138,368 of total confirmed cases[…]

    Lead Story News Travel & Tourism

    Burma pledges to relocate hotels from Bagan archaeological site

    At the forefront of Burma’s proposal to UNESCO will be a pledge to relocate hotels and buildings that interfere with the ancient ruins.

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    Mon schoolchildren to get computer savvy

    Students will be afforded the chance to use the tablets during class lessons, while teachers will have access to them at all times.

    Lead Story Natural resources News

    World Vision, P&G present clean water solutions

    During the dry season from mid-April to the end of June, many people have difficulty getting clean water, especially those living in remote areas.

    Environment Lead Story News Travel & Tourism

    Burmese govt pledges conservation efforts at Inle Lake

    The iconic lake is suffering from degradation, mostly caused by deforestation and the constant daily pounding of thousands of visitors.

    Lead Story News Suu Kyi

    Will Suu Kyi put the kibosh on Bagan temples as sunset perches?

    On a tour of the ancient archaeological site Bagan on Tuesday, State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi suggested that the long-held practice of scaling the major tourist attraction’s temples for sunrise and sunset views should be banned in future.

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    Sweden celebrates 250 years of press freedom

    On 2 December 1766, the Swedish Riksdag adopted the world’s first Freedom of the Press Act.

    History Lead Story News

    Dispute over renovation at Bagan temple

    Built during the reign of King Htilominlo (1211-31 AD), the historic red-brick temple suffered extensive damage in a 6.8 magnitude earthquake in August.

    Culture Interview Lead Story News

    Interview: ‘It is a chance for the government to show their dedication’

    DVB speaks to UNESCO’s Duong Bich Hanh about last month’s earthquake in central Burma and the prospects for Bagan becoming a World Heritage Site.

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    Number of damaged temples rises to 390

    According to the Department of Archaeology, the number of temples that suffered severe damage in Bagan has more than doubled from initial estimates.

    Culture History Lead Story News

    Talking trash: Cleaning up Bagan

    “We are trying to promote tourism in the Bagan archaeological zone, and having a clean environment plays a vital role in attracting international tourists.”

    Business Feature Women's Issues

    A business with social responsibility baked in

    A bakery that teaches disadvantaged women the skills they need to succeed in the workplace is part of a growing trend towards social businesses in Burma.

    Lead Story News

    Crumbling splendour at Mrauk-U

    The museum chronicling the ancient kingdom of Mrauk-U, one of Burma’s most important cultural sites, is housed in a poorly lit building devoid of visitors.

    History Lead Story News

    Bronze Age cemetery casts new light on ancient Burma

    One discovery could represent the earliest example of medical surgery ever found in the region.

    Environment Lead Story News

    Indawgyi Lake threatened by mining, war

    Local villagers said years of unregulated gold mining several kilometres away has caused the environmental degradation as dumped waste and chemicals has flowed into the stream.

    Lead Story News Travel & Tourism

    Burma ‘2015 Destination of the Year’, says TTG

    Burma has been declared ‘2015 Destination of the Year’ by TTG Asia, but DVB have known all along where to find the hidden gems! Here’s some of our tips.

    Lead Story News Travel & Tourism

    The ultimate Asian Highway road trip

    The India-Burma-Thailand stretch of the Asian Highway is set to open in November, so DVB has mapped out the must-see stops along the way.

    Fight to save world’s biggest book video

    Culture History Lead Story News Travel & Tourism Video

    Fight to save world’s biggest book

    One of Burma’s most significant chapter’s in the worlds historical memory, the marble books at Kuthodaw pagoda, has fallen into a state of partial ruin.

    Bee Mont is a popular early-morning snack around Inle Lake. (PHOTO: Ko Hwte).

    Culture Lead Story Lifestyle News Shan

    Discovering Inle street food

    DVB reporter Ko Htwe finds some of Burma’s best food situated around Inle Lake, a UNESCO-recognised biosphere reserve located in southern Shan State.

    DVB Bulletin: 10 June 2015 video

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    DVB Bulletin: 10 June 2015

    Watch today’s top stories with Angus Watson

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    Media warned off covering Kokang statements

    In a letter sent on World Press Freedom Day by the military, the country’s media have been warned against covering statements from the Kokang militia.

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    Burma ‘lagging behind’ on press freedom, says Suu Kyi

    Burma’s opposition leader joins chorus of voices challenging government’s backsliding on media freedom.

    Archaeologist warns of historical treasures lost to global black market video

    Culture Lead Story News Video

    Archaeologist warns of historical treasures lost to global black market

    Burma’s jungles and plains are dotted with historical artefacts the envy of much of the world. But now many of those precious items are ending up overseas, thanks to a thriving black market.

    DVB Bulletin: 6 April 2015 video

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    DVB Bulletin: 6 April 2015

    Watch today’s top stories with Angus Watson

    Lead Story News Travel & Tourism

    Bagan named No 2 city in the world

    The ancient Buddhist kingdom of Bagan in central Burma has been named the second greatest city in the world by the readers of Wanderlust Travel Magazine.

    Burma’s fourth estate meet in Rangoon video

    Lead Story Media News

    Burma’s fourth estate meet in Rangoon

    The heavyweight players in Burma’s press arena were in Rangoon on Thursday for a conference on media development.

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