As two BRICS countries with illustrious ancient civilizations, China and Brazil both have a long list of archaeological areas that have been declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Examples include the Yinxu Ruins in Anyang and the Valongo Wharf Archaeological Site in Rio de Janeiro. Following a series of protective measures taken by local authorities in China and Brazil, people are now gaining greater access to these sites.
The Yinxu Ruins site in Anyang, Henan Province, was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2006. It is the first documented Shang Dynasty (1600-1046 BC) capital site in China. In addition to public museums, a national-level archaeological site park has been built to protect and exhibit the rich archaeological excavations at the ruins.
The Valongo Wharf Archaeological Site in central Rio de Janeiro was discovered in 2011 and declared a World Heritage Site in 2017. Built in 1811, the old dock was an important landing place for enslaved Africans arriving on the American continent. The site has been transformed into a protected monument and has been made open to the public by the local authorities.