April 18: International Day for Monuments and Sites.

Goal: Cultural heritage awareness, conservation measures.

Theme-based initiatives by I.C.O.M.O.S., UNESCO support.

Importance: Preservation prevents global heritage loss.

History: Developed by I.C.O.M.O.S., UNESCO adoption in 1982.

Activities: Conferences, site visits globally foster awareness.

Heritage sites safeguard cultural artifacts, passed through generations.