mount nimba
states: [ivory coast] [guinea]
category: natural
year: 1981
location: Région de Lola
region: Africa
latitude/longitude: 7.6031800000, -8.3909700000
unesco id: 155
world heritage site: 155
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Mount Nimba, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Côte d'Ivoire and Guinea, recognized in 1981 and 1982, is a rugged mountain range rising from the West African savanna, renowned for its unique biodiversity and geological significance. Home to endemic species like the Nimba toad and chimpanzees that use stone tools, its forests and grasslands straddle a vital ecological frontier. This cross-border site reflects the region’s natural heritage, preserved despite mining threats, showcasing a rare blend of evolutionary marvels.