IOM features on UNESCO Map

Mon, 24 Jul 2023

The Isle of Man (IOM) features in United Kingdom (UK) and crown dependencies UNSECO sites new illustrated map.

The map that has that has been illustrated by artist, Tom Woolley, features all 58 UK UNESCO sites for the first time.

It has been created to encourage visitors to discover new sites and destinations on their doorstep and is available to download for free from the UK National Commission for UNESCO.

Clare Barber MHK, Minister for Environment, Food and Agriculture and Vice-Chair of UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man, said: “It is great to have, for the first time, a map that illustrates and connects all the UNESCO designations across the UK and crown dependencies.

“Congratulations to all who have produced and supported it. I hope people will visit our Biosphere when exploring our fascinating UNESCO sites, and we hope to commission an Isle of Man specific map to complement this exciting project.”

James Bridge, Chief Executive and Secretary-General of the UK National Commission for UNESCO said: “This new UNESCO in the UK map will inspire people for places to visit. It shows at a glance the breadth of amazing natural, cultural and built heritage designated by UNESCO as internationally significant in the UK. 

"This great map highlights places to explore, on your doorstep and further afield, both the famous and those to discover for the first time.”

The map was produced by the UK National Commission for UNESCO as part of its Local to Global project, made possible with the GREAT Campaign and The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with thanks to National Lottery players.

 

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