Río Abiseo
- States
- Peru
- Category
- Mixed
- Year
- 1990
- Location
- Department of San Martin, Province Mariscal Caceres, District of Huicungo
- Region
- Latin America & Caribbean
- Coordinates
- -7.75, -77.25
- Last Visited
- Not visited yet
- UNESCO ID
- 548
- WH Site
- 548
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Río Abiseo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Peru, is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity and archaeological significance. This protected region harbors a rich variety of flora and fauna, including rare species like the yellow-tailed woolly monkey. The park also contains over 30 pre-Columbian archaeological sites, most notably the Gran Pajatén ruins, offering valuable insights into ancient Andean civilizations. Its remote location and pristine ecosystems make it a critical conservation area and a treasure trove for scientific research.
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• Río Abiseo