Natural
Parc national de Doñana
Photo : Gabriela Coronado Hernández (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Located in southwestern Spain in the autonomous community of Andalusia, this wetland area represents one of Europe's most important ecosystems. The site encompasses extensive marshlands, sand dunes, and pine forests situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean region. Its designation as a natural World Heritage site recognizes the exceptional biodiversity it supports, including numerous bird species, some of which are migratory, along with various mammals and plant communities adapted to wetland conditions. The landscape is characterized by seasonal flooding patterns that create distinct habitats and support complex ecological processes. The protected area plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance and provides habitat for species of international conservation concern. Visually, the site presents a varied terrain of water bodies, vegetation patterns, and coastal features that reflect its natural evolution and ecological significance.
