prosecco hills
states: [italy]
category: cultural
year: 2019
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 45.9530277778, 12.2261111111
unesco id: 1571
world heritage site: 1571
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The Prosecco Hills, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Italy, recognized in 2019, are a picturesque wine-growing region in Veneto famed for producing Prosecco sparkling wine since the 17th century. Its rolling vineyards, terraced slopes, and small villages reflect a harmonious blend of human cultivation and natural beauty, shaped by traditional viticulture techniques. This cultural landscape showcases Italy’s agricultural heritage and sustainable land use, offering a scenic testament to the region’s enduring wine-making legacy.