Rio Abiseo
Peru, San Martin
Rio Abiseo
LocationPeru, San Martin
RegionSan Martin
TypeNational Park
Coordinates-7.7620°, -77.4780°
Established1983
Area2745.2
Nearest CityPataz (15 mi)
Major CityTrujillo (120 mi)
About Rio Abiseo
Rio Abiseo National Park is both a natural and cultural UNESCO World Heritage site, protecting unique cloud forests and ancient archaeological ruins. The park contains the pre-Columbian ruins of Gran Pajaten and hosts numerous endangered species including the yellow-tailed woolly monkey. The park's diverse ecosystems range from lowland forests to high-altitude grasslands.