UNESCO World Heritage Site

Lord Howe Island Group

A remarkable example of isolated oceanic islands, born of volcanic activity more than 2,000 m under the sea, these islands boast a spectacular topography and are home to numerous endemic species, especially birds.

A remarkable example of isolated oceanic islands, born of volcanic activity more than 2,000 m under the sea, these islands boast a spectacular topography and are home to numerous endemic species, especially birds.

Country
Australia
Region
Oceania
Category
Natural
Inscribed
1982
UNESCO reference
186
Area
146,300 ha

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