India’s newest UNESCO natural heritage sites showcase extraordinary biodiversity. Let's know them.
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Kaziranga is especially famed for housing the largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses.
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Keoladeo now serves as one of the world's most important bird sanctuaries, hosting thousands of migratory birds, especially in winter.
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This sanctuary is celebrated for its rare and endangered species, including the Assam roofed turtle, hispid hare, golden langur etc.
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The Nanda Devi Sanctuary offers a rugged, scenic terrain s known for its endemic alpine flowers and rare wildlife.
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Its dense network of tidal waterways, mudflats, and islands provides a rich ecosystem that supports diverse marine and terrestrial life.
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It is home to several national parks, wildlife sanctuaries and reserve forests, playing a crucial role in India’s ecological balance and climate.
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Located in the Western Himalayas, this national park is celebrated for its intact forest ecosystems and wide variety of flora and fauna.