states: [dr congo]
category: natural
year: 1979
location: Province of North-Kivu and Orientale province
region: Africa
latitude/longitude: 0.9166666670, 29.1666666700
Virunga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Congo, is a biodiverse wilderness spanning volcanoes, forests, and savannas. Home to rare mountain gorillas, elephants, and okapis, it showcases a stunning range of ecosystems and wildlife. This natural treasure highlights conservation efforts amidst a dramatic and varied landscape.
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