The Samariá Gorge is a National Park of Greece since 1962 on the island of Crete – a major tourist attraction of the island – and a World's what?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Biosphere Reserve
- Step 1: The Samariá Gorge ( Greek: Φαράγγι Σαμαριάς or just Φάραγγας ) is a National Park of Greece since 1962 on the island of Crete, a major tourist attraction of the island, and a World's Biosphere Reserve. Answer: Biosphere Reserve. Why not the others: "Marine Sanctuary" applies to protected marine waters such as Alonnisos rather than terrestrial gorges; "Geopark Network" is a modern geological designation applied to sites like Lesbos Petrified Forest; "Ramsar Wetland" applies to coastal and riverine marshes like the Evros Delta.
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