World Heritage Identification Number: 78
World Heritage since: 1979
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇺🇸 United States of America
Continent: Americas
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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A Historic Landmark: Independence Hall
Independence Hall, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a significant historical landmark that holds immense importance not only for the United States but also for the global community. This iconic building, completed in 1753, serves as a testament to the birthplace of American democracy and the principles of freedom and self-governance it embodies. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, Independence Hall stands as a symbol of the universal values of liberty and democracy that have influenced law-makers worldwide.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
The Declaration of Independence (1776) and the Constitution of the United States (1787) were both signed in this building in Philadelphia. The universal principles of freedom and democracy set forth in these documents are of fundamental importance to American history and have also had a profound impact on law-makers around the world.
Encyclopedia Record: Independence Hall
Independence Hall is a historic civic building in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States were debated and adopted by the Founding Fathers of the United States. The building, which is the centerpiece of Independence National Historical Park, was designated a World Heritage Site in 1979. It is an example of American Georgian architecture, which is characterized by symmetry, classical proportions, and exposed brick with stone masonry accents.Additional Site Details
Area: 2 hectares
Coordinates: 39.94861111 , -75.15
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