Only six CARICOM states have sites on World Heritage list

In spite of the tremendous rich, tangible cultural heritage of the region, only six CARICOM member states have sites on the World Heritage list, according to Dr Hilary Brown, CARICOM Pro-gramme Manager of Culture and Community Develop-ment.

In opening remarks at the CARICOM meeting on World Heritage initiatives in Barbados on Monday, Dr Brown said that CARICOM, like most other regions in the world, has recognised the importance of safeguarding cultural heritage,