Natural
Parc national de Huascarán
Pérou
Located in the Andes Mountains of Peru, this national park encompasses a significant portion of the Cordillera Blanca range. The site was inscribed as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage for its outstanding geological features, including numerous glaciers and high-altitude peaks, with Huascarán being the highest mountain in Peru. The park protects diverse ecosystems ranging from tropical forests at lower elevations to alpine meadows and permanent ice fields, supporting varied flora and fauna adapted to these challenging environments. Its landscape is characterized by steep valleys, glacial lakes, and dramatic mountain formations that reflect the complex geological history of the region. The park plays an important role in water resource management for downstream communities and represents a critical area for biodiversity conservation in the tropical Andes.
