Top UNESCO World Heritage Sites to Explore in the United States
There are about 24 UNESCO World Heritage sites in the United States all of which are located in different territories and states. Of these eleven are cultural, one is a mix, and twelve are natural sites with most of them being national parks.
Redwood National
and State Park/ California
Redwood National and State Park are located
along the coast of northern California, the park is covered with coast redwood
trees the tallest and one of the most massive tree species on earth. The park
also contains areas of pristine coastline which supports nesting and feeding
areas for several species of migratory waterfowl.
Mammoth Cave
National Park/ Kentucky
Mammoth Cave is the longest known cave system
in the world. With over 390 miles of passageways, the cave system is home to
more than 130 animal species.
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Glacier International Peace Park/ Alberta
Located along the border of two countries
this region has a unique, distinctive climate and tri hydrographical divide.
Papahanaumokuakea/
Hawaii
The marine national monument encompasses
140000 square miles of ocean water, including ten islands’ atolls of the
northwestern Hawaiin island making it the world's largest marine protected
area. This area supports 7000 species one-quarter of which are endemic. The
area is regarded with traditional significance for living native Hawaii and
culture.
Mesa Verde
National Park/ Montezuma County
The site contains several cliff dwellings
constructed by the ancient Pueblo people between the 6th and 12th centuries at
an altitude greater than 2600 meters. Some notable examples among the 600
dwellings include Cliff Palace, Balcony House, and Square Tower House.
Yellowstone National Park/ Wyoming, Montana, Idaho
The park consists of almost 9000 sq km of
natural forest. It contains half of the world's geothermal features including
over 300 geysers and nearly 150 species have been discovered within the park.
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