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, 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.