South China Karst


The South China Karst, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since June 2007, spans the provinces of Chongqing, Guangxi, Guizhou, and Yunnan. It is noted for its karst features and landscapes as well as rich biodiversity. The site comprises seven clusters Phase I: Libo Karst, Shilin Karst, and Wulong Karst inscribed in 2007, and Phase II: Guilin Karst, Shibing Karst, Jinfoshan Karst, and Huanjiang Karst inscribed in 2014. UNESCO describes the South China Karst as "unrivalled in terms of the diversity of its karst features and landscapes."

South China Karst - UNESCO inscription details

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File:Yunnanshilin2.jpg|The Shilin South China Karst formations scenery
File:Furongdongfufashisun.JPG|Karst limestone stalactites in the Furong Cave.
File:Wulongtianlongqiao.JPG|Tianlong Bridge, a South China Karst natural arch.