World Heritage Identification Number: 150
World Heritage since: 1981
Category: Natural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇺🇸 United States of America
Continent: Americas
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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Mammoth Cave National Park: A Unique Subterranean Wonder in Kentucky
Mammoth Cave National Park, situated in the heart of Kentucky, stands as a testament to nature's grandeur and the intricate beauty hidden beneath our feet. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981, this subterranean wonder boasts the world's largest network of natural caves and underground passageways, offering a captivating exploration into the depths of limestone formations.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
Mammoth Cave National Park, located in the state of Kentucky, has the world's largest network of natural caves and underground passageways, which are characteristic examples of limestone formations. The park and its underground network of more than 560 surveyed km of passageways are home to a varied flora and fauna, including a number of endangered species.
Encyclopedia Record: Mammoth Cave National Park
Mammoth Cave National Park is a national park of the United States in south-central Kentucky. It encompasses portions of Mammoth Cave, the longest known cave system in the world. The park's 52,007 acres (21,046 ha) are located primarily in Edmonson County, with small areas extending eastward into Hart and Barren counties. The Green River runs through the park, with a tributary called the Nolin River feeding into the Green just inside the park.Additional Site Details
Area: 21,191 hectares
(viii) — Outstanding example representing major earth stages
(x) — Contains most important habitats for biodiversity
Coordinates: 37.18722222 , -86.10305556
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Willis Thomas Lee, Public domain
