World Heritage Identification Number: 1540
World Heritage since: 2017
Category: Natural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇨🇳 China
Continent: Asia
UNESCO World Region: Asia and the Pacific
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Qinghai Hoh Xil: The Largest and Highest Plateau in the World
The Qinghai Hoh Xil, located in the northeastern extremity of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, stands as a testament to the wonders of nature and biodiversity. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017, this expansive region of alpine mountains and steppe systems is situated more than 4,500 meters above sea level, making it the highest plateau globally.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
Qinghai Hoh Xil, located in the northeastern extremity of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, is the largest and highest plateau in the world. This extensive area of alpine mountains and steppe systems is situated more than 4,500 m above sea level, where sub-zero average temperatures prevail all year-round. The site’s geographical and climatic conditions have nurtured a unique biodiversity. More than one third of the plant species, and all the herbivorous mammals are endemic to the plateau. The property secures the complete migratory route of the Tibetan antelope, one of the endangered large mammals that are endemic to the plateau.
Encyclopedia Record: Hoh Xil
Hoh Xil or Kekexili, is an isolated region in the northeastern part of Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. On July 7, 2017, the Hoh Xil in Qinghai was listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites as "the largest and highest plateau in the world".Additional Site Details
Area: 3,735,632 hectares
(x) — Contains most important habitats for biodiversity
Coordinates: 35.3802777778 , 92.4391666667
