kahuzi biega
states: [congo dr]
category: natural
year: 1980
location: Provinces of South-Kivu and Maniena
region: Africa
latitude/longitude: -2.5000000000, 28.7500000000
unesco id: 137
world heritage site: 137
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Kahuzi-Biega, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is renowned for its rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes. This protected area is home to the critically endangered eastern lowland gorilla, along with numerous other rare species of flora and fauna. The site features a mix of dense rainforests, bamboo groves, and volcanic terrain, offering a unique ecological haven. It was inscribed as a World Heritage site in 1980 for its outstanding natural value and significance to global conservation efforts.