UNESCO Sites in Gabon

Gabon unesco sites
Gabon UNESCO sites
unesco world heritage sites

Gabon UNESCO has registered 2 sites on the World Heritage list and 6 on the tentative list.

Some places are so interesting that it’s relevant to keep them for future generations. This is why UNESCO has built a list of crucial classified properties in which superb places stand out for their aesthetic, natural, artistic, or cultural significance.

More than a thousand places are registered as Unesco’s World Heritage worldwide. Due to my interest in visiting World Heritage sites, I compiled the UNESCO list in Gabon and the corresponding map.

Gabon UNESCO list

  1. Ivindo National Park
  2. Ecosystem and Relict Cultural Landscape of Lopé-Okanda

Gabon UNESCO Map

Click on the blue pins to view more relevant information about each World Heritage site in Gabon.

Description

  1. Ivindo National Park is a protected area in the northeastern part of Gabon, known for its diverse ecosystems and unique wildlife. The park is home to several rare and endangered species, including forest elephants, chimpanzees, gorillas, and several stunning waterfalls, such as the Kongou and Mingouli.
  2. The Ecosystem and Relict Cultural Landscape of Lopé-Okanda is a protected area in central Gabon, known for its exceptional biodiversity and cultural heritage. The landscape consists of rainforests, savannas, and wetlands and is home to various plant and animal species, including several endangered primates and birds. The area is also home to several cultural landmarks, such as ancient rock art sites and historic hunting camps, which provide insights into the traditional practices and beliefs of the local Bantu people.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Gabon have protected places for their cultural and natural importance.

Sites on the Tentative List

  1. Parc National Moukalaba-Doudou
  2. Grottes de Lastoursville
  3. Le site fossilifère de Moulendé et la pile nucléaire de Bangombé
  4. Parc National des Monts Birougou
  5. Parc national des Plateaux Batéké
  6. Parc National de Loango