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Joggins Fossil Cliffs at the Bay of Fundy Named a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site; Visitors to this Nova Scotia attraction may reach back in time to touch over 300 million years of history.
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July 23, 2008
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HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA, Jul 23, 2008 (Marketwire via COMTEX) -- The Joggins Fossil Cliffs, located near the head of the Bay of Fundy, have fascinated Nova Scotia visitors for over 150 years. Now, these fossil-rich cliffs and the recently opened Joggins Fossil Centre have earned one of the highest levels of recognition from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), being named a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.
The Joggins Fossil Cliffs join the ranks of other famous UNESCO landmarks, including the Grand Canyon, the Great Barrier Reef and the Galapagos Islands. One of two Nova Scotia attractions recognized for their historical value, ...
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