Saturday, September 21, 2013

Lord Howe Island Group



A remarkable example of isolated oceanic islands, born of volcanic activity more than 2,000 m under the sea, these islands boast a spectacular topography and are home to numerous endemic species, especially birds.

New South Wales
S31 33 56 E159 5 18
Date of Inscription: 1982
Criteria: (vii)(x)
Property : 146,300 ha
Ref: 186
Source: http://whc.unesco.org

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