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Why is Grand Canyon National Park a World Heritage Site?

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Grand Canyon National Park. Carved out by the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon (nearly 1,500 m deep) is the most spectacular gorge in the world. Located in the state of Arizona, it cuts across the Grand Canyon National Park. Its horizontal strata retrace the geological history of the past 2 billion years. read more

The Grand Canyon and Grand Canyon National Park is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The Grand Canyon met all 4 of the Natural Criteria (4 out of 10 of the total criteria) and was recognized in 1979. read more

As part of its responsibility to promote international cooperation in helping preserve these outstanding places, the National Park Service developed a World Heritage Fellowship program providing opportunities for site managers from developing countries to travel to the U.S. for the purposes of training and exchange with counterparts at American National Parks that are World Heritage Sites. read more

The Grand Canyon National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. It is also one of the most visited tourist attractions in the US, not just in the state of Arizona. read more

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