western ghats
states: [india]
category: natural
year: 2012
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 8.5297222222, 77.2497222222
unesco id: 1342
world heritage site: 1342
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The Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in India, is a biodiversity hotspot renowned for its rich flora and fauna. This mountain range, running parallel to the western coast, hosts numerous endemic species, including rare plants, animals, and birds, thriving in its diverse ecosystems like tropical rainforests and grasslands. It also plays a vital role in regulating the region's monsoon climate and supporting livelihoods through its rivers and forests. Recognized for its ecological significance, it stands as a global treasure of natural heritage.