Archive · 28 Sep 2025
Spiti Valley Added to UNESCO Biosphere Reserves
Spiti Valley in India has been added to a special list by UNESCO.
This means the area, which is a cold desert, is recognized for its unique environment.
It is home to special plants and animals, like snow leopards.
The government hopes this will help protect the area, attract tourists, and support the local people while also helping the environment.
Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh, has been included in UNESCO's World Network of Biosphere Reserves.
The recognition occurred during the MAB-ICC meeting in Hangzhou, China.
The reserve covers 7,770 sq. km and includes Pin Valley National Park and Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary.
It is a cold desert ecosystem with diverse flora and fauna.
The initiative aims to promote research, eco-tourism, and climate resilience.
- Who
- UNESCO, Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh Government
- What
- Inclusion in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves
- When
- September 26-28, 2025
- Where
- Hangzhou, China (MAB-ICC meeting)
- Why
- Recognize the unique ecology and conserve the environment.
- Event
- Spiti Valley's inclusion in UNESCO's WNBR
- Location
- Lahaul-Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh
- Recognition Body
- UNESCO
- Program
- Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme
- Area
- 7,770 sq. km
- Key Features
- Cold desert ecosystem, rare species
- Meeting Date
- September 26-28, 2025
Sources
Himachal cold desert enters UNESCO biosphere reserve list
Himachal's Spiti recognised as India's first Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve
Himachal's Spiti Valley Recognised As India's First Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve
Spiti Valley recognised as part of UNESCO's World Network of Biosphere Reserves
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