With nearly 1000 years of history, pomp, and furnishings, plus special exhibitions, Windsor Castle is a fun 1-2 hour tour, with free self-guided audio, especially if you catch the changing of the guard ceremony.

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These items and collections come from across the country, span nearly 1000 years of history and embody the pivotal moments and periods that have shaped the UK. Discover these items and collections here.

UNESCO: Tell the world about your documentary heritage

Examples of how the Conventions contribute to development include the UNESCO designated sites, such as the nearly 1000 World Heritage properties and over 500 Biosphere Reserves, which provide ideal laboratories where innovative heritage-driven approaches to sustainable development are tested.

UNESCO: Culture for Sustainable Development

As the Dow Jones industrials climbed from under 1000 to nearly 3000, several trillion dollars was added to the net worth of consumers and investing institutions.

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