UNESCO World Karst Natural Heritage Sites: Geographical and Geological Review

Lena Pillars Nature Park, the only Russian karst area nominated for UNESCO World Heritage status, stands out due to its unique 'ground frozen karst' formation. This study reviews 37 global World Karst Natural Heritage sites, analyzing their distribution and significance, with a focus on extreme climate conditions like cold or arid environments. It highlights the need for recognizing new properties that represent sulfate and salt rock karst development. The research employs geographical and geological analysis to emphasize the outstanding universal value of Lena Pillars Nature Park, while also considering broader implications for karst heritage conservation.

Trofimova, E. (2018). UNESCO WORLD KARST NATURAL HERITAGE SITES: GEOGRAPHICAL AND GEOLOGICAL REVIEW. Geography, Environment, Sustainability, 11(2), 63–72. https://doi.org/10.24057/2071-9388-2018-11-2-63-72