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Concept: natural monument in the concept vocabulary

Concept URI http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/5511
Preferred label natural monument
Definition A natural/cultural feature which is of outstanding or unique value because of its inherent rarity, representative of aesthetic qualities or cultural significance. Guidance for selection of a natural monument is: a) The area should contain one or more features of outstanding significance (appropriate natural features include spectacular waterfalls, caves, craters, fossil beds, sand dunes and marine features, along with unique or representative fauna and flora; associated cultural features might include cave dwellings, cliff-top forts, archaeological sites, or natural sites which have heritage significance to indigenous peoples).; b) The area should be large enough to protect the integrity of the feature and its immediately related surroundings.
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Status Valid
Status Modified 2013-12-05
Accepted Date 2013-12-05
Not Accepted Date
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