Which state is the Nokrek Biosphere Reserve located in?

The Nokrek Biosphere Reserve is located in the state of Meghalaya. The entire area is mountainous and Nokrek is the highest peak of the Garo hills, rising up 1,412 metres.

UNESCO added the Nokrek Biosphere Reserve to its list of Biosphere Reserves in May 2009. Along with the Balpakram national park in South Garo Hills, Nokrek is a hotspot of biodiversity in Meghalaya.

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