states: [india]
category: natural
year: 1988
location: State of Uttaranchal
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 30.7166700000, 79.6666700000
Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers, a UNESCO World Heritage site in India, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and biodiversity. This protected area features the majestic Nanda Devi peak, one of India's highest mountains, surrounded by pristine alpine meadows, glaciers, and rare flora like the blue poppy. The Valley of Flowers is celebrated for its vibrant wildflower blooms, especially during the monsoon season, alongside a rich ecosystem supporting endangered species such as the snow leopard and Himalayan musk deer. Together, they form a unique Himalayan landscape of ecological and cultural significance.
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