World heritage in Myanmar

To receive a UNESCO listing is a great honour and reflection of the rich heritage and culture of Myanmar. UNESCO includes in its lists cultural and natural sites of extraordinary importance that need to be safeguarded for the benefit of present and future generations. A number of sites in Myanmar are part of the UNESCO listings.

UNESCO provides the World Heritage designation to cultural and natural sites that are of invaluable importance to humanity and need to be protected for the sake of future generations. At present, Myanmar has 2 sites included in this list – Bagan, added in 2019, and Pyu Ancient Cities, included in 2014.