blaenavon industrial landscape
states: [uk]
category: cultural
year: 2000
location: Blaenavon,40 km NE of Cardiff, Wales
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 51.7763888900, -3.0880555560
unesco id: 984
world heritage site: 984
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The Blaenavon Industrial Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the UK, showcases the pivotal role of South Wales in the Industrial Revolution through its well-preserved 18th and 19th-century ironworks, coal mines, quarries, and transportation systems. Recognized in 2000, it features key sites like the Blaenavon Ironworks and Big Pit National Coal Museum, alongside workers’ housing and social infrastructure, illustrating the technological and societal advancements of early industrialization. This cultural landscape highlights the region’s historical significance as a global leader in iron and coal production, offering a comprehensive glimpse into the era that shaped modern industry.