Located at the heart of the Himalayan range in northern India (State of Sikkim), the Khangchendzonga National Park includes a unique diversity of plains, valleys, lakes, glaciers and spectacular, snow-capped mountains covered with ancient forests, including the world’s third highest peak, Mount Khangchendzonga. Mythological stories are associated with this mountain, with great number of natural elements (caves, rivers, lakes, etc.) worshipped by the indigenous people of Sikkim. The sacred meanings of these stories and practices have been integrated with Buddhist beliefs and constitute the basis for Sikkimese identity.
The Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve (KBR), one of the highest ecosystems in the world, has been added to UNESCO's list of World Network of Biosphere Reserve (WNBR).
The 40th World Heritage Committee on 17th July 2016 inscribed Khangchendzonga National Park of Sikkim, India as a UNESCO's World Heritage Site on 'Mixed' criteria recognising the outstanding universal values for its both natural and cultural significance.
Produced by: Forest & Environment Department, Government of Sikkm.
Written & Directed by: Basant Sharma
11 сен 2024
