Cultural treasures are significant artifacts, practices, or sites that hold historical, artistic, or social value for a community or nation. These treasures can include ancient monuments, traditional crafts, music, dance, and literature that reflect the identity and heritage of a culture. Examples include the Great Wall of China, Machu Picchu, and the Sistine Chapel. Preserving cultural treasures is essential for maintaining a society's history and traditions. Organizations like UNESCO work to protect these treasures through initiatives such as the World Heritage Sites program, which aims to safeguard locations of outstanding universal value. This preservation helps future generations understand and appreciate their cultural roots.