Darien
- States
- Panama
- Category
- Natural
- Year
- 1981
- Location
- Province of Darien
- Region
- Latin America & Caribbean
- Coordinates
- 7.736111111, -77.54722222
- Last Visited
- Not visited yet
- UNESCO ID
- 159
- WH Site
- 159
Copyright © UNESCO/World Heritage Centre. All rights reserved.
Darién National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Panama, spans over 575,000 hectares of pristine wilderness along the border with Colombia. This biodiverse region features lush rainforests, rugged mountains, and extensive wetlands, serving as a critical habitat for endangered species like the jaguar, harpy eagle, and Central American tapir. Its unique location bridges North and South America, making it a vital ecological corridor. The park also holds cultural significance, encompassing indigenous territories and remnants of early colonial history.
📍 Location Map
Points (1)
-
• Darien