Mexico Michoacán

Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve

A sanctuary in Michoacán, Mexico, famed for overwintering millions of migratory monarch butterflies from North America.

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Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve in Michoacán, Mexico is one of the most awe-inspiring World Heritage Sites in North America. Here, visitors can witness the migration of millions of Monarch butterflies from Canada and the US to Mexico each year, making it one of the most remarkable natural phenomena on the planet. The Biosphere Reserve is also home to an incredible array of flora and fauna, including jaguars, pumas, black bears, and over 300 species of birds, offering visitors a truly unforgettable experience.

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  • World Heritage Sites in North America

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    Sprawling natural parks with unique wildlife, ancient and mysterious temples, world-renown monuments, and more- the continent of North America is one with a deep history to be uncovered. Explore some of humankind's most famous mysteries and witness nature's magnificence at these UNESCO designated world heritage sites across the massive continent.