In Myanmar's ancient Bagan, artisans struggling to preserve heritage pin hopes on tourism revival
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Artisans in the ancient city of Bagan are struggling to maintain their cultural heritage. This UNESCO World Heritage Site previously attracted many international visitors. However, the tourism industry is failing to recover because of an ongoing civil conflict in Myanmar. Local communities rely on these visitors for their livelihoods. The lack of tourism threatens the survival of traditions that are centuries old.
Once a magnet for international visitors, the UNESCO World Heritage Site is struggling to regain its tourism industry as Myanmar's civil conflict drags on. For local communities, the stakes go beyond livelihoods to the survival of centuries-old traditions.