Decision - 16COM X.B - Not Inscribed: Gir Wildlife Sanctuary (India)
Gir Wildlife Sanctuary
615
India
The Committee noted that the conservation of this natural site will be greatly enhanced if it were included in UNESCO's International Network of Biosphere Reserves. The Committee was of the view that although it is a site of high national value, it did not meet World Heritage criteria.
Documents
Original Decision Document
Context of Decision
WHC-92/CONF.002/07 Rev
Themes: Inscriptions on the World Heritage List
States Parties: India
Session: 16COM
United Nations