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Exploring the Wonders of Kahuzi-Biega National Park
The Kahuzi-Biega National Park, located in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, stands as a testament to the rich biodiversity and natural beauty that Africa possesses. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1980, this vast area of primary tropical forest is dominated by two majestic extinct volcanoes, Kahuzi and Biega.
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UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
A vast area of primary tropical forest dominated by two spectacular extinct volcanoes, Kahuzi and Biega, the park has a diverse and abundant fauna. One of the last groups of eastern lowland (graueri) gorillas (consisting of only some 250 individuals) lives at between 2,100 and 2,400 m above sea-level.
Encyclopedia Record: Kahuzi-Biéga National Park
The Kahuzi-Biega National Park is a protected area near Bukavu town in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is situated near the western bank of Lake Kivu and the Rwandan border.
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Volcanic processes have shaped some of the most geologically significant and ecologically dynamic landscapes on Earth. The UNESCO World Heritage List recognizes numerous sites formed or profoundly influenced by volcanism, acknowledging their outstanding geological value, ecological processes, scenic grandeur, and biodiversity significance.
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