Sites nominated should
| （vii） |
contain superlative natural phenomena or areas of exceptional natural beauty and aesthetic importance; |
| （viii） |
be outstanding examples representing major stages of earth's history, including the record of life, significant on-going geological processes in the development of landforms, or significant geomorphic or physiographic features; |
| （ix） |
be outstanding examples representing significant on-going ecological and biological processes in the evolution and development of terrestrial, fresh water, coastal and marine ecosystems and communities of plants and animals; |
| （x） |
contain the most important and significant natural habitats for in-situ conservation of biological diversity, including those containing threatened species of outstanding universal value from the point of view of science or conservation. |
＊The criteria number has changed in July 2006.
The numbers from (i) to (vi) are criteria for Cultural Heritage. |
