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Maailmanperintöluettelon, also known as the World Heritage List, is a list of sites that are considered to be of outstanding universal value, compiled by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list was established in 1972 and is maintained by the World Heritage Committee, which is composed of 21 member states of UNESCO. The committee meets annually to review and update the list, adding new sites and removing those that no longer meet the criteria.

The criteria for inclusion on the World Heritage List are based on the cultural, historical, scientific, or other forms of significance of the site. There are ten criteria in total, which are divided into two categories: cultural and natural. Cultural criteria include the protection of monuments, groups of buildings, and sites that are representative of a particular phase or style in human history. Natural criteria include the protection of natural phenomena and areas of exceptional natural beauty and significance.

As of 2021, there are 1,157 sites on the World Heritage List, representing 167 countries and areas. The list includes a wide range of sites, from ancient cities and archaeological sites to natural wonders such as national parks and marine protected areas. The World Heritage List is an important tool for the preservation of cultural and natural heritage, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting these sites for future generations.