Mauritania
Banc d'Arguin by Els Slots
Mauritania ratified the UNESCO World Heritage Convention on 2 March 1981. It balances natural and cultural heritage. Natural sites feature Atlantic coast ecosystems like Banc d’Arguin, while cultural sites include ancient Saharan trading cities such as Ouadane, Chinguetti, Tichitt, and Oualata.
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- Mauritania (MR)
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- Arab States
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Recent Reviews
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Ancient Ksour
Els Slots | January 22, 2025 -
Paysage culturel d'Azougui
Els Slots | January 17, 2025 -
Banc d'Arguin
Els Slots | December 31, 2024
Recent List Updates
- Paysage culturel d'Azougui : On tentative list
- Site archéologique de Kumbi Saleh : On tentative list
- Site archéologique de Tegdaoust : On tentative list
- Ancient Ksour : Inscribed
- Banc d'Arguin : Inscribed
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