World Heritage is the designation for places considered vital for present and future generations of all humanity – and Ukraine is proud to have eight sites of such significance 🇺🇦

From the wooden churches of the Carpathians to the grand historic centres of Lviv and Odesa, these places carry centuries of history, human creativity, and the stories of the communities that built and cherished them.

Yet today, this heritage faces an unprecedented threat. As of October 2025, Russia has shelled protected areas in Odesa, Lviv, and Kyiv. Another site – Tauric Chersonese in Crimea – remains under temporary Russian occupation, with multiple reports of damage and misuse.

In the coming weeks, follow the #UkraineWorldHeritage hashtag (for example at https://www.facebook.com/MFAUkraineENG or https://www.facebook.com/UAemMZ) to explore their stories from different perspectives: discover Ukraine’s unique heritage, learn how Russia’s war endangers it — and why it urgently needs protection.