German castles and French Megaliths among new UNESCO World Heritage sites

UNESCO has added several new sites to its World Heritage list, including the Carnac Megaliths in France, the fairytale castles of King Ludwig II in Bavaria, Germany, and the Minoan Palatial Centres on Crete, Greece. The Bavarian sites include Neuschwanstein, Herrenchiemsee, Linderhof, and Schachen, celebrated for their artistic and architectural significance. The Carnac Stones date to 4500–3300 BCE and represent one of Europe’s densest collections of megalithic sites. The Minoan centres, such as Knossos and Phaistos, were major hubs of Bronze Age civilization, Euro News has reported. The designation recognizes their cultural value and ensures their protection.