Inscription on the World Heritage List is a catalyst to raising awareness about heritage preservation on the part of governments and citizens alike. Heightened awareness, in turn, leads to greater consideration and a general rise in the level of protection and conservation afforded to heritage sites. Regular reporting on the state of conservation of inscribed sites ensures the upkeep of their outstanding qualities.

For more details, please see the Explanotory Notes on the State of Conservation of specific World Heritage Properties.