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Huanglong Scenic and Historic Interest Area

French: Région d'intérêt panoramique et historique de Huanglong
The Huanglong Scenic and Historic Interest Area is a World Heritage site in China defined by the UNESCO in 1992 and definitely a recommended natural sightseeing location.
It is on position 720 (565, 448) in our monthly survey..

"Situated in the north-west of Sichaun Province, the Huanglong valley is made up of snow-capped peaks and the easternmost of all the Chinese glaciers. In addition to its mountain landscape, diverse forest ecosystems can be found, as well as spectacular limestone formations, waterfalls and hot springs. The area also has a population of endangered animals, including the giant panda and the Sichuan golden snub-nosed monkey."
Copyright © 1992 2014 UNESCO/World Heritage Centre. All rights reserved."

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