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Letter Published in The National UAE on 8July 19Iraq is the cradle of civilisation. We must protect its heritage

I write to you in reference to your editorial Unesco has given fragile Iraq a new lease of life (July 7): this article was a fascinating read as it gave me a glimpse into Iraq’s rich past and the mystical Hanging Gardens of Babylon. The Arab nation is the cradle of civilisation and its heritage must be cherished and embraced.

I am very relieved to read that Unesco is helping the Iraqi government take good care of its heritage sites.

Opening up these sites to the public could also attract tourists from around the world once the security situation improves.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru