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Grottes de Dimba et Ngovo by Roman Bruehwiler
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Virunga National Park by Els Slots
The Democratic Republic of the Congo ratified the UNESCO World Heritage Convention on 23 September 1974. Its inscribed sites are exclusively natural, featuring iconic protected areas such as Virunga and Salonga National Parks, the Okapi Wildlife Reserve, Garamba, and Kahuzi‑Biega.
These nominations commonly emphasize exceptional biodiversity, endemic species, primeval rainforests, and significant conservation value. Many are also listed as endangered due to armed conflict and poaching.
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- Parc national de la Garamba (renomination) : Nominated
- Parc National de la Lomami : On tentative list
- Dépression de l'Upemba : On tentative list
- Grottes de Dimba et Ngovo : On tentative list
- Grottes de Matupi : On tentative list
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