xinjiang tianshan


states: [china]

category: natural

year: 2013

location: Xinjiang Province

region: Asia and the Pacific

latitude/longitude: 41.9683333333, 80.3541666667

last visited: 2024

unesco id: 1414

world heritage site: 1414

Xinjiang Tianshan

Xinjiang Tianshan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in China, is a majestic mountain range renowned for its dramatic landscapes, including snow-capped peaks, deep valleys, and diverse ecosystems. Spanning deserts, meadows, and forests, it hosts unique biodiversity with rare species like the Tianshan snow lotus. The region’s striking red sandstone formations and glacier-fed rivers create a stunning natural spectacle, while its cultural significance as a historical Silk Road corridor adds depth. Ideal for trekking and exploration, Tianshan offers a blend of rugged beauty and ecological richness.

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