via Palawan News, 31 July 2023: The Palawan Council for Sustainable Development endorses the nomination of the Tabon Cave Complex, an archaeologically significant site in the Philippines, as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognizing its historical significance and cultural value.
The nomination of the archaeologically important site, Tabon Cave Complex, and the whole of Lipuun Point in Quezon municipality as a UNESCO World Heritage Site has officially been endorsed by the special body, Palawan Council for Sustainable Development.
Tabon Cave is a significant archaeological site that is part of the Tabon Cave Complex, which includes several others in the vicinity. Located in a limestone cliff overlooking the western coast of Palawan, the cave itself is accessible through a narrow entrance that leads into a large chamber, which then extends into a complex network of interconnected chambers and passageways. Its interior is adorned with impressive stalactites and stalagmites, forming intricate formations that add to its natural beauty.
The site has earned global acknowledgment due to its historical and cultural value, and it is now being considered for recognition as a place of extraordinary international importance, warranting special preservation measures.
Source: PCSD endorses Tabon Cave Complex as World Heritage Site
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