UNESCO has added new sites to the World Heritage list, including Bavarian castles, Carnac stones in France, and Minoan Palatial centres in Crete. The German castles of King Ludwig II have been recognized for their architectural significance and tourist appeal. The World Heritage status brings cultural prestige but does not provide financial support. It also requires effective visitor management to mitigate the impact of tourism. Some sites associated with Cambodia's Khmer Rouge regime were also added, marking a historical acknowledgment of their tragic past. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)