Hoh Xil and Kulangsu add to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list

Kulangsu, a small island off the shore of Xiamen in Fujian province, and Hoh Xil, a nature reserve in Qinghai province, were added to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list as an early witness to globalization. The decision was made at the 41st session of World Heritage Committee in Krakow, Poland.

With the inclusion of Gulangyu Island, called Kulangsu in the local dialect and known for its well-preserved historical buildings, and Hol Xil, a plateau famous for its natural beauty and biodiversity, China now has 52 sites inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, which was established to safeguard unique and irreplaceable cultural and natural sites around the world. Let's recap on the 52 heritage sites in China, which may give you some clues on your next travel plan.