Río Abiseo National Park
Overview
The park was created in 1983 to protect the fauna and flora of the rainforests that are characteristic of this region of the Andes. There is a high level of endemism among the fauna and flora found in the park. The yellow-tailed woolly monkey, previously thought extinct, is found only in this area. Research undertaken since 1985 has already uncovered 36 previously unknown archaeological sites at altitudes of between 2,500 and 4,000 m, which give a good picture of pre-Inca society.
About Río Abiseo National Park
The Rio Abiseo National Park is located in the San Martín department of Peru. UNESCO pronounced it as Natural and Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 1990. The park is home to many species of flora and fauna, as well as the location of over 30 pre-Columbian archaeological sites. Since 1986, the park has not been open to tourism due to the fragile nature of both the natural and archaeological environment.
Read more on WikipediaSelection Criteria
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Components(1 location)
Details
- Countries
- Peru
- ISO Codes
- PE
- Area
- 272,407.95 ha
- Coordinates
- -7.7500, -77.2500
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Río Abiseo National Park
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Río Abiseo National Park
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Río Abiseo National Park