The World Heritage Convention was created in 1972. Poland has signed and ratified the World Heritage Convention in 1976. By signing up to the World Heritage Convention, the Government of Poland promised to promote and protect their UNESCO World Heritage Sites and pass them on to future generations. A UNESCO World Heritage Site must be of outstanding universal value to humanity.
Photos and descriptions of most of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Poland:
- Auschwitz - Birkenau
- Białowieża Forest
- Castle of the Teutonic Order in Malbork
- Centennial Hall in Wrocław - Hala Stulecia
- Churches of Peace in Jawor and Świdnica
- Historic Centre of Kraków
- Historic Centre of Warsaw
- Medieval Town of Toruń
- Muskauer Park / Park Muzakowski
- Old City of Zamość
- Pilgrimage Park in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska
- Wieliczka and Bochnia Royal Salt Mines
- Wooden Churches of Southern Małopolska