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cultural asset
An object, a place, or an intangible creation (such as a tradition) that is regarded as a valuable part of a society's cultural heritage and considered worth preserving.
Der Kölner Dom ist ein schützenswertes Kulturgut von Weltrang.
Cologne Cathedral is a cultural asset of global importance that is worthy of protection.
The word is made up of 'die Kultur' (culture) and 'das Gut' (asset/good). Here, 'Gut' does not mean 'good' as opposed to 'bad', but rather 'property' or 'valuable object'. A 'Kulturgut' is therefore a 'cultural asset'.
Alte Bücher können ein wertvolles Kulturgut sein.
Old books can be a valuable cultural asset.
Common adjectives are 'wertvolles' (valuable), 'nationales' (national), or 'schützenswertes' (worthy of protection) with 'Kulturgut' (cultural asset). Typical verbs are 'bewahren' (to preserve), 'schützen' (to protect), and 'erhalten' (to maintain/preserve).
Es ist unsere Aufgabe, diese nationalen Kulturgüter zu bewahren.
It is our task to preserve these national cultural assets.
The term can refer to tangible things such as buildings, works of art, or books. But it can also describe intangible things such as traditions, languages, or music.
Die deutsche Sprache ist ein wichtiges immaterielles Kulturgut.
The German language is an important intangible cultural asset.
monument / landmark
'das Denkmal' and 'das Kulturgut' can both refer to something valuable from history or culture that should be preserved. Here, 'Denkmal' usually means a specific building, site, or object, often with special protection. 'Kulturgut' is broader: it can also be a place, an object, or even a tradition. The words can be confusing because a 'Denkmal' can be a 'Kulturgut'. If you mean a specific protected building, 'Denkmal' fits better; if you are speaking generally about cultural heritage, 'Kulturgut' fits better.
Alte Lieder und Feste gelten in vielen Regionen als wichtiges Kulturgut.
Old songs and festivals are considered important cultural assets in many regions.
Die Stadt lässt das Denkmal restaurieren, weil es stark beschädigt ist.
The city is having the historic monument restored because it is badly damaged.