The care of own historical memory reveals the degree of civilization and morality of a country
My heart is moved by all I cannot save: So much has been destroyed
I have to cast my lot with those who, age after age, perversely, with no extraordinary power, reconstitute the world
(Adrienne Rich)
Heritage Asia - 2012/05 Archive
- 20-05-2012 Cultural diversity declaration
- 11-05-2012 Culture for sustainability
- 11-05-2012 Stories to tell about cultural heritage
- 03-05-2012 Asia's architectural treasures in danger of 'vanishing'
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20 February 2013
Syrian violence threatens ancient treasures
We emptied Syria's museums
Comics from Syria
Syrian Messengers
19 February 2013
Mali's ancient treasures are too valuable to be buried again
The ancient manuscripts of Timbuktu are a door into Africa's golden age. We must not let this crisis threaten their survival
People of Timbuktu save manuscripts from invaders
These manuscripts are our identity
Ancient Homer tablets the latest invaluable artifacts stolen in Syria
Mosaics depicting scenes from Homer?s epic poem The Odyssey.
18 February 2013
Cultural Property Again in the Propaganda War in Syria
Press, reigime and propaganda
Live Blogging from Bhutan
International Conference on Protection of Cultural Property in Asia
17 February 2013
Eighteen ancient Odyssey mosaics stolen in Syria, minister says
Mosaics were stolen during illegal excavation