Kuala Lampur, April 19 -- On World Heritage Day, observed annually on 18th of April, the world pauses as we are not just to admire ancient ruins and majestic landmarks, but to reflect on the essence of heritage itself. It is a day of celebration, remembrance, and rediscovery. Across continents and cultures, people gather to honour the stories carved into stone walls, the traditions whispered through generations, and the spirit that continues to bind the past with the present.

In Malaysia, we are fortunate custodians of not one, but five Unesco World Heritage Sites, each bearing testimony to our nation's rich and diverse cultural fabric. From the historic cities of George Town and Melaka, whose streets echo with centuries of trade and mul...