Mount Hamiguitan
- States
- Philippines
- Category
- Natural
- Year
- 2014
- Region
- Asia & Pacific
- Coordinates
- 6.7171694444, 126.1734305556
- Last Visited
- Not visited yet
- UNESCO ID
- 1403
- WH Site
- 1403
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Mount Hamiguitan, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the Philippines, is renowned for its unique biodiversity and stunning natural landscapes. This protected sanctuary hosts a variety of rare and endemic species, including the Philippine eagle and the pitcher plant, thriving within its diverse ecosystems ranging from lowland forests to montane shrublands. The mountain's pygmy forest, one of the few in the world, adds to its ecological significance, making it a critical site for conservation and scientific study. Its recognition highlights its global importance as a natural treasure.
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• Mount Hamiguitan