The majority of countries around the world have at least one site inscribed on the World Heritage List. Tourist guides, interpreting their countries’ heritage, are proud to take their clients to such sites and explain their history and importance.
When guiding World Heritage Sites, it is important to be able to explain why these places are of outstanding universal value, the criteria they must fulfil, and what makes them unique. It is also essential to explain, in simple terms, the difference between tangible and intangible heritage and to provide clear examples of both.
The “Guiding World Heritage Sites” seminar brings tourist guides up to date with both existing sites and the most recent inscriptions on the World Heritage List in their country. The seminar offers practical suggestions on how to guide effectively at tangible sites and how to introduce intangible heritage to visitors.
It also provides essential background on the international framework for heritage protection and discusses key concepts such as the destruction of cultural heritage, the repatriation of cultural artefacts and overtourism.
The programme consists of 4 hours of directed learning delivered either face-to-face or online. It covers a range of development activities essential in any guide training programme. The skills gained are transferable to many tourist guiding situations.
The trainers delivering the programme are FEG accredited. To achieve the best possible results, the number of participants is limited.
All participants in the “Guiding World Heritage Sites” seminar will be awarded a FEG e-certificate of attendance.
The price of this seminar, and all other FEG courses, varies depending on costs and demand. For further information, please contact:
training@feg-touristguides.orgReferences to World Heritage sites are used for descriptive and educational purposes only. FEG is not affiliated with, nor officially endorsed by, UNESCO.