The Putorana Plateau, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Russia, is a vast basalt plateau formed by ancient volcanic activity, featuring dramatic landscapes of deep canyons, waterfalls, and over 25,000 lakes. Often called the "Land of a Thousand Waterfalls," it hosts unique ecosystems with rare species like the Putorana snow sheep, thriving in isolation due to its remote Arctic location. Its geological significance and biodiversity make it a natural wonder, preserved for its pristine wilderness and scientific value.

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