Reference no: EM133715206

Cultural heritage sites embody meaning, memories, and stories. They symbolize our individual, community, and national identities. How should we consider those sites representing our collective heritage into our everyday lived experiences? How can we protect those sites, and how can we help teach each other (and the rest of the world) to appreciate the meaningful places or monuments and histories of cultures around the world?

Select from the following:

Canada

China

Germany

Greece

Haiti

Honduras

Ireland

Israel

Japan

Malaysia

Mexico

United States of America

Select 2 sites (at least 1 should be from outside the United States) that you find particularly interesting, and describe the sites you chose and why you find them to be significant.
Why is it important to protect these sites?
Discuss ideas on how tourists visiting these sites can generate revenue and employment for the local economy.
Thinking as a cultural anthropologist, how would you argue for the preservation of these sites?