Forum “Climate and World Heritage: A Shared Journey” at Suncheon World Heritage Festival

ICOMOS CAWG Focal Point Ave Paulus holds a keynote  speech at the “Climate and World Heritage: A Shared Journey” Forum in the Republic of Korea, to be held on September 12, 2025, as a part of the “2025 Suncheon World Heritage Festival.”

This annual festival, which highlights the value of Korea’s UNESCO World Heritage sites, will take place in Suncheon, home to Seonamsa Temple (Cultural Heritage) and the Suncheon Getbol (Natural Heritage). The World Heritage Festival is a leading cultural event designed to promote the historical and cultural value of Korea’s UNESCO World Heritage sites to both domestic and international audiences. The festival offers a unique opportunity to experience the Outstanding Universal Value (OUV) and historical significance of World Heritage through innovative and engaging programs. Hosted by the Korea Heritage Service and organised by the Korea Heritage Agency, the festival annually selects host regions through a public competition. Each selected region presents a variety of programs—such as performances, hands-on experiences, exhibitions, and seminars—tailored to the unique characteristics of its heritage sites.

Additional English information can be found at the following links:
https://scwhf.com/home/intro/whf
https://scwhf.com/home/intro/suncheon

Photo: World Heritage site Seonamsa temple, credits UNESCO