Darién National Park

Darién National Park
Darién National Park
IUCN Category II (National Park)
Location Darién Province, Panama
Coordinates 7°44′10″N 77°32′50″W / 7.73611°N 77.54722°W / 7.73611; -77.54722Coordinates: 7°44′10″N 77°32′50″W / 7.73611°N 77.54722°W / 7.73611; -77.54722
Area 5970 km²
Established September 27, 1980
Type: Natural
Criteria: vii, ix, x
Designated: 1981 (5th session)
Reference #: 159
State Party:  Panama
Region: Latin America and the Caribbean

Darién National Park (Spanish: Parque Nacional Darién) is a world heritage site in Panama. It is about 325 kilometers from Panama City, and is the most extensive of all national parks of Panama and is one of the most important world heritage sites in Central America.

It was categorized in 1981 as a worldwide patrimony and in 1983 as a biosphere reserve. Its most common species include macaw, parrot, and tapirs. The harpy eagle also calls this national park home. It is noted for its incredible genetic value. The sheer beauty of the landscape and forest generally captivate visitors. Visitors will usually fly into El Real, the closest town to the park.

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