Our Natural World Heritage: 50 of the Most Beautiful and Biodiverse Places

Kakadu National Park in Australia, Lake Malawi, and the Madeiran archipelago are some of the oldest exposed rock on the planet, known to have been inhabited continuously for over 40,000 years. Our Natural World Heritage showcases 50 of the planet's most beautiful and biodiverse landscapes, each identified as a site of outstanding universal value and an irreplaceable source of life and inspiration.

Format: Unspecified
Length: 444 pages
Publication date: 26 October 2023
Publisher: Workman Publishing

Did you know that Kakadu National Park in Australia boasts some of the oldest exposed rock on the planet and is known to have been inhabited continuously for over 40,000 years? That Lake Malawi contains the largest number of fish species of any lake in the world-over 3,000? Or that the tiny Madeiran archipelago off the coast of Northern Africa is the last vestige of the original majestic laurel forests that once covered most of Southern Europe?

Published in partnership with UNESCO World Heritage, Our Natural World Heritage showcases 50 of the planet's most beautiful and biodiverse landscapes, each identified as a site of outstanding universal value and an irreplaceable source of life and inspiration.

Over 900 color images and evocative, accessible text reveal what makes each site unique, through an exploration of its flora, fauna, and natural history. This is awe-inspiring natural beauty that belongs to us all.

Kakadu National Park in Australia boasts some of the oldest exposed rock on the planet and is known to have been inhabited continuously for over 40,000 years. This incredible park is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including the iconic kangaroo and the endangered bilby. The park is also known for its stunning landscapes, including the rugged Arnhem Land plateau and the beautiful Kakadu National Park.

Lake Malawi, located in Southeast Africa, is the world's largest freshwater lake. It is home to an incredible variety of fish species, including the colorful cichlids and the giant tigerfish. The lake is also known for its beautiful beaches and stunning sunsets.

The Madeiran archipelago off the coast of Northern Africa is the last vestige of the original majestic laurel forests that once covered most of Southern Europe. The archipelago is home to a unique ecosystem that includes a variety of plant and animal species, including the rare Madeiran parrot and the Madeiran wolf.

These three sites are just a few examples of the incredible natural beauty and biodiversity that our planet has to offer. They remind us of the importance of protecting our natural world and the irreplaceable value of our natural heritage.

Weight: 1692g
Dimension: 226 x 262 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781643261058