2022 World Monuments Watch

Explore WMF's selection of 25 heritage sites of extraordinary cultural significance facing global challenges and whose preservation is urgent and vital to local communities.
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Hurst Castle

A fortress built by Henry VIII that suffered partial collapse in 2021 is included on the 2022 Watch to highlight the urgent need to address the impact of climate change on coastal heritage.
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Hitis (Water Fountains) of the Kathmandu Valley

An extensive system of historic water distribution points and underground channels, spotlit on the 2022 Watch, needs maintenance to ensure that local communities have reliable access to clean water.
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Koagannu Mosques and Cemetery

Included on the 2022 Watch, a historic waterfront cemetery with distinct coral-stone architecture is threatened by rising seas and highlights the need for adaptive preservation solutions.
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Empowering locals to sustainably protect their built heritage.

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