The paper examines the role of international and regional organizations play in the protection, management and promotion of cultural heritage. The paper also discusses the concepts relating to cultural heritage, its importance, methods of protection, and the international efforts that have played an important role in the protection of cultural heritage in its various types and forms. It tries to evaluate the effectiveness of the measures taken by the international organization and local authorities, Furthermore to define the responsibility to protect cultural heritage in conflict zones. It also shows the need to create fast reconstruction and restoration project of the cultural heritage sites to achieve social and economic development in the country.