Socotra Archipelago
- States
- Yemen
- Category
- Natural
- Year
- 2008
- Region
- Arab States
- Coordinates
- 12.5, 53.8333333333
- Last Visited
- Not visited yet
- UNESCO ID
- 1263
- WH Site
- 1263
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The Socotra Archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Yemen, is renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity and unique ecosystem. Often called the "Galápagos of the Indian Ocean," it hosts a variety of endemic species, including the iconic dragon’s blood tree with its striking umbrella shape. Its isolation has preserved a rich natural heritage, making it a globally significant ecological treasure.
📍 Location Map
Points (18)
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• Abd Alkuri
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• Abd Alkuri a (marine area)
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• Abd Alkuri b (marine area)
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• Abd Alkuri c (marine area)
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• Darsa
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• Kalfarun
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• Sabunya
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• Samha
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• Socotra A
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• Socotra a (marine area)
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• Socotra B
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• Socotra b (marine area)
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• Socotra c (marine area)
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• Socotra d (marine area)
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• Socotra e (marine area)
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• Socotra f (marine area)
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• Socotra g (marine area)
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• Socotra h (marine area)