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The largest and most incredibly scenic reserves in the world

All over the world, special places have been preserved, the device of which a person does not violate (and cannot even do so if desired). Animals and plants are in their natural habitat. And they do not care about what is happening in the modern world. These areas of land or water are called reserves. We recommend to visit this untouched place at least once in life in order to feel the beauty of life and look at many things from the other side. Learn about the most beautiful and largest nature reserves in the world. Believe me, this is a separate wonderful universe that deserves attention.

1. Yellowstone National Park, USA
the largest reserves in the world

This large-scale national park of America is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It occupies an area of ​​almost 9000 sq. Km. The reserve is located on top of a sleeping volcano and stretches from Wyoming to Idaho. Undoubtedly, the park has a surprisingly diverse wildlife consisting of extensive canyons, dense green forests, the largest number of geysers and a whole variety of animals (bears and wolves are also found). And also this park is a concentration of breathtaking views. And the impressive volcanoes also belong to this spectacle.

2. Banff, Canada

National Park of Canada – the oldest reserve in the country. It was formed in 1885, the area is about 7000 sq. Km. The park is located right in the Canadian Rockies. In fact, finding yourself in the park, you will see an endless scattering of glaciers and whole ice fields, a lot of impassable coniferous forests (of course, with a charming aroma), numerous alpine landscapes and the green waters of Lake Louise. Banff is ideal for trekking, bird and animal watching, and climbing. Few reserves in the world can boast such untouched nature.

3. Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

They are named after the water turtles that inhabit the archipelago. In addition to turtles, a large variety of bird species can be found here, for example, finches, blue-headed boobies, frigates, albatrosses, Galapagos penguins and wingless cormorants. The Galapagos Islands consist of 13 large, 6 small islands and more than 100 rocks. The area of ​​the territory is more than 8000 square meters. A unique region of incredible biodiversity, where human presence is minimized, was discovered in 1535 by a Spanish priest. Since 1986, the surrounding water area is considered a marine conservation area. And since 1978, the islands are protected by UNESCO.

4. Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Off the coast of Queensland is the largest “living thing” on the planet. In addition, this magnificent ecosystem stretches over 2300 km and consists of almost 3000 reefs and thousands of islands in the Coral Sea. The territory covers more than 340,000 sq. Km. This reserve is a habitat for incredible species of fish. Moreover, without a share of exaggeration, this is a place whose analogues you will not find in nature. Coral reefs – just a miracle, you can just look at the pictures from space and understand everything yourself. And if you see everything alive, your life is unlikely to remain the same. After all, the Great Barrier Reef is named one of the seven wonders of the world. And, like the other largest nature reserves in the world, is under the protection of UNESCO.

5. Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

So, this is a very important protected area of ​​Africa. First of all, it is known for the fact that every year a million wildebeest and about 200 thousand zebras move from the northern hilly regions of the park to the southern plains. There are small tropical rains (whereas in the northern regions there is a drought). In addition, this park is adjacent to the reserve Masai Mara, where animals also migrate during the dry period. There are really a huge variety of wild animals (about 500 species of birds and 3 million large animals). Many people just dream of going there to see lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, rhinos, antelopes, gazelles, monkeys, baboons, hyenas, ostriches – the list can be endless.

6. Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, Japan

The territory of the reserve includes the region of the incomparable Mount Fuji (and its 5 lakes), the Hakone area and the Izu peninsula. There are many lakes, mountains, hot springs, tropical vegetation. For example, you will see the incredible beauty of Sakura, glowing gently pink petals in the bright rays of the Tokyo sun. In fact, the entire park shines mainly in mauve, green and blue colors. Be sure to visit the waterfall Shiraito, coast Zyogasaki. By the way, the Izu Islands, like some other reserves, are an ideal place in the world for diving and have a subtropical climate. But in the area of ​​Mount Fuji cooler weather and woodland.

7. Tropical Forests of Atsinanana, Madagascar

Plants Atsinanan – this is the primeval virgin forests of the island of Madagascar. They are undoubtedly included in the UNESCO heritage list, located in six national parks in the east of Madagascar. By the way, plants and animals developed in these places in isolation from others and appeared more than 60 million years ago.