Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand

Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand

Tourism

The World Heritage Site, Te Wahipounamu, is located on the South Island of New Zealand. It is a massive natural area that covers approximately 10% of New Zealand's land. Stunning views and various natural features are included in this area, e.g. valleys, glaciers, lakes, peaks etc. It is special because it has New Zealand's local unique ecological environment. Endangered birds, e.g., the special parrot, the kea, and the tekeha, live in the area. Kiwi birds, the symbol of New Zealand, also can be found there. The southern beaches are visible as well. Technological interpretation can be used to address Goal 13: Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. By doing so, the unique natural heritage, such as glaciers and lakes, can be well preserved, and the untouched ecological system can be well protected.

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Site

975

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https://www.doc.govt.nz/about-us/international-agreements/world-heritage/te-wahipounamu/ https://sdgs.un.org/goals/goal13

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The Government and People of New Zealand

Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand

https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/551

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Place Name

Southland 9679, New Zealand

2033

Department of Conservation, New Zealand

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