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Heritage

Legacy of physical and intangible attributes inherited from past generations.

cultural heritage inherited legacy

Heritage refers to the legacy of physical artifacts and intangible attributes inherited from past generations, embodying cultural traditions, historical events, artistic expressions, and natural landscapes significant to a community or society.

Etymology

From Old French heritage, from heriter (to inherit), from Latin hereditas.

Explain Like I’m 5

Heritage is like a family's special collection of stories, traditions, and objects passed down from older relatives to younger ones.

Fun Facts

The Great Wall of China is a UNESCO World Heritage site
Machu Picchu in Peru is an ancient Inca city high in the Andes Mountains
The concept of heritage has evolved over time, initially focusing on nobility and gradually expanding to include broader cultural expressions

FAQ

What is heritage? It includes both physical things like buildings and natural landscapes, and non-physical aspects like traditions and languages
Who protects heritage? UNESCO works to identify and protect important cultural and natural heritage sites around the world
Why is heritage important? It connects us to our past, provides a sense of identity, and enriches our lives

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

legacy inheritance tradition

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

culture history

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

cultural heritage natural heritage tangible heritage intangible heritage

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

society community

Indexes

cultural educational historical structured

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