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Rio Abiseo

Peru

Rio Abiseo

LocationPeru
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.