Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan - Western Tien-Shan (2016 Inscribed)

"The transnational site is located in the Tien-Shan mountain system, one of the largest mountain ranges in the world. Western Tien-Shan is situated at an altitude of 700 to 4,503m. It features diverse landscapes, which are home to exceptionally rich biodiversity. It is of global importance as a centre of origin for a number of cultivated fruit crops and is home to a great diversity of forest types and unique plant community associations." 

Source: UNESCO World Heritage

Wow... a breath-taking view of Tien Shan Mountains of Kyrgyzstan, a central Asia republic. Thanks so much David of UK for this wonderful card from your holidays.



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