UNESCO WHCNaturalInscribed 1986
Garajonay National Park
Overview
Laurel forest covers some 70% of this park, situated in the middle of the island of La Gomera in the Canary Islands archipelago. The presence of springs and numerous streams assures a lush vegetation resembling that of the Tertiary, which, due to climatic changes, has largely disappeared from southern Europe.
About Garajonay National Park
Garajonay National Park is located in the center and north of the island of La Gomera, one of the Canary Islands (Spain). It was declared a national park in 1981 and a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986. It occupies 40 km2 and it extends into each of the six municipalities on the island.
Read more on WikipediaSelection Criteria
(vii)(ix)
Components(1 location)
Details
- Countries
- Spain
- ISO Codes
- ES
- Area
- 3,984 ha
- Coordinates
- 28.1262, -17.2372
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