April 18 marks International Day for Monuments and Sites

April 18 is annually observed as the International Day for Monuments and Sites (IDMS). It aims to bring global attention to the need to conserve monuments and sites as our cultural heritage and to “celebrate the diversity of this heritage”.

Organizations devoted to preserving monuments and heritage sites hold workshops and conferences highlighting the importance of conservation. Talks about the role of monuments and heritage sites in society and education are also held.

Governments hold open houses at key monuments and heritage sites for public visits. Students in schools and colleges make field trips to monuments and are encouraged to take conservation as a profession.