World Heritage Identification Number: 419
World Heritage since: 1987
Category: Natural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇨🇦 Canada
Continent: Americas
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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Exploring the Geological Marvel: Gros Morne National Park
Gros Morne National Park, a 1,805 km² expanse situated on the west coast of Newfoundland, Canada, stands as a testament to the intriguing process of continental drift. Established in 1977 and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987, this park offers a unique opportunity to witness the exposure of deep ocean crust and the rocks from the Earth's mantle.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
Situated on the west coast of the island of Newfoundland, the park provides a rare example of the process of continental drift, where deep ocean crust and the rocks of the earth's mantle lie exposed. More recent glacial action has resulted in some spectacular scenery, with coastal lowland, alpine plateau, fjords, glacial valleys, sheer cliffs, waterfalls and many pristine lakes.
Encyclopedia Record: Gros Morne National Park
Gros Morne National Park is a Canadian national park and World Heritage Site located on the west coast of Newfoundland. At 1,805 km2 (697 sq mi), it is the second largest national park in Atlantic Canada after Torngat Mountains National Park, which has an area of 9,700 km2 (3,700 sq mi).Additional Site Details
Area: 180,500 hectares
(viii) — Outstanding example representing major earth stages
Coordinates: 49.6125 , -57.53138889
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