Category On Travelliing

Practical advice, personal reflections, and philosophical musings on the art of heritage and cultural tourism.

The Heritasian.com Story

Aerial view of Chiang Mai from an airplane window. Mountains in the background.

My love of history began at the tender age of nine during a memorable week at Farnham Castle with my parents. At the time, my dad was working at ICL (International Computers Limited) in the North of England, and their…

What is UNESCO? Digging Deep

Archaeological dig site with researchers uncovering artifacts, potentially related to "what is UNESCO" sites.

What is UNESCO? And what is their role in heritage tourism? That is the question answered in this guide. For just a second, think of the structures of Machu Picchu, or the spires of Angkor Wat. These aren’t just hotspots…