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Rwenzori Mountains National Park

Uganda
Date of Inscription: 1994
Criteria: (vii)(x)
Core zone: 99600 ha
District of Kabarole, Kasese and Bundibugyo
N0 13 25 E29 55 27
Ref: 684

Brief Description

The Rwenzori Mountains National Park covers nearly 100,000 ha in western Uganda and comprises the main part of the Rwenzori mountain chain, which includes Africa's third highest peak (Mount Margherita: 5,109 m). The region's glaciers, waterfalls and lakes make it one of Africa's most beautiful alpine areas. The park has many natural habitats of endangered species and a rich and unusual flora comprising, among other species, the giant heather.