Collection and Preparation of Technical Data to Register Alamoot as a “Man and Biosphere†Habitat
For the Conservation of the important and sensitive areas of Alamoot, Iranshahr has begun the process of collection and preparation of technical data for submission to UNESCO to nominate the area for the “Man and Biosphere” (MaB) program. MaB is designed to create an international dialogue to resolve manmade problems in relation to the environment. MAB covers all geographical areas from tropics to mountainous regions with the goal of protecting them. With respect to the uniqueness of this area, declaring the area “free from hunting” is an important step in managing and safeguarding the MaB designation. MAB designation includes three main protection zones: The proper administration of MaB affords the opportunity to manage each zone without impacts from one area on the others and ensure that competing interests are not detrimental to other zones. Presently, documentation and technical data are being collected to nominate and register Alamoot as MaB through UNESCO.