grand pré
states: [canada]
category: cultural
year: 2012
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 45.1183333333, -64.3072222222
unesco id: 1404
world heritage site: 1404
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Grand Pré, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Canada, is a historic landscape tied to the 17th- and 18th-century Acadian settlers. Known for its reclaimed marshlands and dyked farmlands, it reflects Acadian ingenuity and resilience, while also marking the site of their 1755 expulsion. Recognized for its cultural and historical significance, it stands as a poignant symbol of Acadian heritage.