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worldheritageX UNESCO World Heritage Sites
No. 1511Cultural · Inscribed 2017
1510No. 1511 / 1,2481513

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Mbanza Kongo, Vestiges of the Capital of the former Kingdom of Kongo

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  • a unique or exceptional testimony to a cultural tradition or civilization
  • an outstanding example of a building, architectural ensemble or landscape illustrating a significant stage in human history

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