China joined the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage in 1985. The country currently hosts 15 of the world's 176 natural heritage sites and four of the world ...

Ranging from China's southeastern coast to the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and the northwestern deserts, these sites cover a wide spectrum of ecosystems, including mountains, forests, grasslands, lakes, ...

Notably, over 90 percent of heritage sites prioritize employing local residents in preservation roles, while tourism has emerged as a pillar industry in many regions. In sites such as Jiuzhaigou, ...

Master plan for the conservation and management of the Mogao Grottoes : preparation and achievements / Fan Jinshi -- Managing cultural heritage sites : some parameters for success / Sharon Sullivan -- ...