The Isle of Man is a special place for people and for nature. We’re proud to have been awarded UNESCO status as a world biosphere region – the first entire country to gain this prestigious accolade.
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In a nutshell, UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man is all about keeping the Isle of Man a special place to live, work and visit.
The short answer is because this exciting project gives us lots of opportunities to make our Island even more special – and tell the world about it.
Biosphere Isle of Man won’t stop anyone doing anything – it’s about celebrating our amazing landscapes, heritage and unique way of life.
To get the 10-minute low-down on Biosphere Isle of Man, click here, put your feet up and feast your eyes on this inspiring little film.
The Isle of Man combines stunning landscapes, an exceptional quality of life, a rich heritage and culture, and a strong sense of community.
‘Biosphere’ is the scientific name for the living surface of our planet, encompassing the land, the sea and the air we breathe.
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Locals and visitors showed us where they though was special to them, very widespread and close to all of us, which is great to hear and see.
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DYK that most of the #OlympicGames are taking place in a #BiosphereReserve ? The Mata Atlântica Biosphere Reserve established in 1992, is the pioneer of the Brazilian biosphere reserves. It covers important portions of the Atlantic Forest of 14 states, the State of Minas Gerais and 13 coastal states (from Ceará to Rio Grande do Sul), including the São Paulo City Green Belt.
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