states: [peru]
category: natural
year: 1987
location: Dep. Madre de Dios y Cusco, Provincias: Manu y Paucartambo
region: Latin America and the Caribbean
latitude/longitude: -12.2500000000, -71.7500000000
Manú National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Peru, is a biodiversity hotspot spanning Andean highlands, cloud forests, and lowland rainforests. It harbors an exceptional array of wildlife, including jaguars, giant otters, and over 1,000 bird species, alongside rare flora like giant bromeliads. Recognized for its pristine ecosystems and cultural significance, it also protects indigenous communities, some living in voluntary isolation. This ecological and cultural treasure is a globally significant conservation area.
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