Scandola Nature Reserve

UNESCO World Heritage Site
Gulf of Porto: Calanche of Piana, Gulf of Girolata, Scandola Reserve
Name as inscribed on the World Heritage List
Type Natural
Criteria vii, viii, x
Reference 258
UNESCO region Europe and North America
Coordinates 42°21′25″N 8°34′0″E / 42.35694°N 8.56667°E / 42.35694; 8.56667Coordinates: 42°21′25″N 8°34′0″E / 42.35694°N 8.56667°E / 42.35694; 8.56667
Inscription history
Inscription 1983 (7th Session)
Location of Scandola Nature Reserve in Corsica.

The Scandola Nature Reserve is located on the west coast of the French island of Corsica, within the Corsica Regional Park. The reserve was established in 1975. The park and reserve has been recognized by the United Nations as a Natural World Heritage Site, and was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1983.

Location

The Scandola Reserve is situated on the west coast of Corsica between Punta Muchillina and Punta Nera and includes Cape Girolata and Cape Porto. The reserve covers an area of 19.19 km2 (7.41 sq mi) of which 9.19 km2 (3.55 sq mi) is land and 10 km2 (3.9 sq mi) ihis sea.

Physical features

The reserve has two sectors, the Elpa Nera inlet and the peninsula of Scandola. The jagged and sheer cliffs contain many grottos and are flanked by numerous stacks and almost inaccessible islets and coves, such as Tuara. The coastline is also noted for its red cliffs, sand beaches, and headlands.

Climate

Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers.

Protection

In 1930, a law was passed prohibiting destruction or modification within Corsica Regional Park. Scandola Nature Reserve is strictly protected in order to return the area to its natural state.

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