From Peak to Valleys: A Holistic Exploration of the Western Ghats
- The Western Ghats, also known as the Sahyadri Mountain Range, are recognized as a global biodiversity hotspot and often referred to as the Great Escarpment of India.
- It holds the prestigious designation of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- It stretches from a latitudinal extent of 8°-22°N from the river Tapti in the north to Kanyakumari in the South.
- It encompasses regions in six states: Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, and one Union Territory (Dadra & Nagar Haveli).
- The region is a watershed for several major rivers, including the Godavari, Krishna, Kaveri, and Tungabhadra, which provide water for irrigation, drinking, and ....
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