Tag: UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO recognition and new infrastructure lift Bale Mountains tourism

At a Glance Bale Mountains National Park is stepping into the global tourism spotlight, buoyed by a mix of international recognition and long-awaited investment in access and facilities. Once known mainly among conservationists, the park is now drawing growing attention from foreign travelers and tour operators.  A key shift came with UNESCO’s decision to add Bale Mountains to its World…

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Inside Vallée de Mai: Praslin Island’s quiet UNESCO-listed palm forest

Vallée de Mai on Praslin protects the rare coco de mer and a compact palm forest shaped by centuries of natural growth and careful stewardship.

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