Banff National Park/ Huangshan National Forest Park - Banff, AB
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N 51° 10.272 W 115° 34.304
11U E 599849 N 5669832
Marker denoting the twinning of Banff National Park with Huangshan National Forest Park of China.
Waymark Code: WM13PAE
Location: Alberta, Canada
Date Posted: 01/22/2021
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Marker is located in the foreground area leading to the Headquarters of Banff National Park.
The two parks were twinned in 2013.
Marker text, in English, French and Chinese, reads:
TWO PARKS - ONE FUTURE
in the spirit of international friendship and collaboration, Banff National Park and China's Huangshan National Forest Park are hereupon unified as sister parks.
Among the first national parks in their respective countries, these two parks are recognized as World Heritage and share many bonds: iconic vistas, mountainous forests and rivers, natural hot springs, species biodiversity and a rich history.
Together, Canada and China will share expertise and knowledge to ensure that the outstanding natural and cultural treasures of these special places remains unimpaired for generations of visitors to enjoy.
July 2013
Parks Canada
State Forestry Administration
People's Republic of China
Twin Cities / Sister Cities:
Banff National Park and Huangshan National Forest Park of China
Address:
Parks Canada
Banff Field Unit
P.O. Box 900
Banff, AB
Canada
T1L 1K2
Text:
TWO PARKS - ONE FUTURE
in the spirit of international friendship and collaboration, Banff National Park and China's Huangshan National Forest Park are hereupon unified as sister parks.
Among the first national parks in their respective countries, these two parks are recognized as World Heritage and share many bonds: iconic vistas, mountainous forests and rivers, natural hot springs, species biodiversity and a rich history.
Together, Canada and China will share expertise and knowledge to ensure that the outstanding natural and cultural treasures of these special places remains unimpaired for generations of visitors to enjoy.
July 2013
Parks Canada
State Forestry Administration
People's Republic of China
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