Sierra de Manantlán
Mexico, Jalisco, Colima
Sierra de Manantlán
LocationMexico, Jalisco, Colima
RegionJalisco, Colima
TypeBiosphere Reserve
Coordinates19.5500°, -104.3000°
Established1987
Area1396.44
Nearest CityAutlán de Navarro (25 km)
About Sierra de Manantlán
Home to the wild ancestor of modern corn (Zea diploperennis), discovered here in 1977. The reserve protects cloud forests, pine-oak woodlands, and tropical forests with exceptional plant endemism across a dramatic elevational gradient.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sierra de Manantlán located?
Sierra de Manantlán is located in Jalisco, Colima, Mexico at coordinates 19.55, -104.3.
How do I get to Sierra de Manantlán?
To get to Sierra de Manantlán, the nearest city is Autlán de Navarro (25 km).
How large is Sierra de Manantlán?
Sierra de Manantlán covers approximately 1,396.44 square kilometers (539 square miles).
When was Sierra de Manantlán established?
Sierra de Manantlán was established in 1987.