World Heritage Identification Number: 1490
World Heritage since: 2016
Category: Natural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: Yes
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan
Continent: NA
UNESCO World Region: Asia and the Pacific
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The Western Tien-Shan: A Transboundary Treasure Trove of Biodiversity
The Western Tien-Shan, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016, is a captivating transboundary region nestled within the expansive Tien-Shan mountain system, one of the most extensive mountain ranges globally. This vast territory spans across Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan, showcasing a breathtaking array of landscapes that harbor an extraordinary wealth of biodiversity.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
The transnational property is located in the Tien-Shan mountain system, one of the largest mountain ranges in the world. Western Tien-Shan ranges in altitude from 700 to 4,503 m. It features diverse landscapes, which are home to exceptionally rich biodiversity. It is of global importance as a centre of origin for a number of cultivated fruit crops and is home to a great diversity of forest types and unique plant community associations.
Encyclopedia Record: Tian Shan
The Tian Shan, also known as the Tengri Tagh or Tengir-Too, is a large system of mountain ranges in Central Asia. The highest peak is Jengish Chokusu at 7,439 metres (24,406 ft) high and located in Kyrgyzstan. Its lowest point is at the Turpan Depression, which is 154 m (505 ft) below sea level.Additional Site Details
Area: 528,177.6 hectares
Coordinates: 43.7183333333 , 68.6788888889
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