World Heritage Identification Number: 100
World Heritage since: 1980
Category: Natural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇲🇪 Montenegro
Continent: Europe
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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Durmitor National Park: A Natural Gem in the Heart of the Dinaric Alps
Durmitor National Park, situated in the northwestern region of Montenegro, is a testament to the breathtaking beauty and geological diversity of the Dinaric Alps. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1980, this protected area spans over 390 square kilometers and offers visitors a unique blend of rugged landscapes, pristine wilderness, and rich biodiversity.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
This breathtaking national park was formed by glaciers and is traversed by rivers and underground streams. Along the Tara river canyon, which has the deepest gorges in Europe, the dense pine forests are interspersed with clear lakes and harbour a wide range of endemic flora.
Encyclopedia Record: Durmitor
Durmitor is a massif located in northwestern Montenegro. It is part of the Dinaric Alps. Its highest peak, Bobotov Kuk, reaches a height of 2,523 meters (8,278 ft).Additional Site Details
Area: 32,100 hectares
(viii) — Outstanding example representing major earth stages
(x) — Contains most important habitats for biodiversity
Coordinates: 43.133 , 19.0166
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