carlsbad caverns
states: [usa]
category: natural
year: 1995
location: Eddy County, State of New Mexico
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 32.1666666700, -104.3833333000
last visited: 2023
unesco id: 721
world heritage site: 721
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the USA, is renowned for its vast underground limestone chambers, formed millions of years ago by acidic water eroding the rock. The park features over 100 caves, with the most famous being the Carlsbad Cavern, home to stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and other geological formations illuminated for visitors. It also hosts a massive colony of Brazilian free-tailed bats, whose nightly exodus during warmer months draws spectators. This natural wonder offers a unique blend of geological beauty and ecological significance, accessible through guided tours and rugged wilderness trails.
