Asia’s dynamic cities are expanding at an astonishing pace, but this rapid urbanization comes with a hidden cost. As skylines rise and populations surge, many of the continent’s most treasured historic monuments are under threat. New construction projects, relentless pollution, and growing population pressures are encroaching on sites that have stood for centuries. These challenges put the region’s cultural identity at risk, raising urgent questions about preservation. In the sections below, we take a closer look at 10 iconic Asian monuments now facing unprecedented peril from urban growth.
