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<dc:description>Qinghai Hoh Xil, situated in the northeastern part of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, is one of the world’s largest, highest, and youngest plateaus. Covering an area of 3,735,632 hectares with a 2,290,904-hectare buffer zone, it consists of vast alpine mountains and steppe landscapes at elevations exceeding 4,500 meters. Often referred to as the &quot;Third Pole,&quot; Hoh Xil experiences a harsh, frigid plateau climate that shapes its unique ecosystems.

The region is home to remarkable biodiversity, with its extreme environment supporting a range of specialized species. It plays a crucial role in the survival of the Tibetan antelope, providing key calving grounds and migration routes for nearly 40% of the global population. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Hoh Xil holds outstanding ecological and scientific value. Its well-preserved natural environment makes it essential for biodiversity conservation and an important site for climate research.</dc:description>
<dc:contributor>Yilei Xiao</dc:contributor>
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<dc:date submitted>29/03/2025</dc:date submitted>
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<item_type_metadata:notes> On July 7, 2017, the Hoh Xil in Qinghai was listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites as &quot;the largest and highest plateau in the world&quot;</item_type_metadata:notes>
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