Volcanoes of Kamchatka
The Volcanoes of Kamchatka are one of the most outstanding examples of the volcanic regions in the world.The Kamchatka River and the surrounding Central Valley are flanked by large volcanic ranges, containing around 160 volcanoes, 29 of them still active. Thus, the peninsula has perhaps the highest density of volcanos and associated volcanic phenomena in the world, with 19 active volcanos being included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
| Year | Decision | Comments |
| 2001 | Extended | To include Kluchevskoy Nature Park |
| 1996 | Inscribed | Reasons for inscription |
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- Volcanoes of Kamchatka
- Country: Russia
- Year: 1996
- Category: Geological formation, Volcanic / thermal
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Inscribed on all 4 Natural criteria .
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» A powerful landslide Sunday devastated a spectacular geyser valley in Russia's far eastern peninsula of Kamchatka. (08-06-2007).
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