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24 April 2025
UNESCO expands Global Geoparks network with 16 new sites
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UNESCO has designated 16 new geoparks, bringing the total to 229 in 50 countries, covering an area equivalent to the size of Namibia, approximately 855,000 km².
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On 16 April, UNESCO designated 16 new Global Geoparks, bringing the total number of sites in the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network to 229 across 50 countries. These geoparks are acknowledged for their internationally significant geological heritage and their contributions to sustainable tourism, education, and local development. This year’s newly designated sites are spread across four continents and include, for the first time, areas in Saudi Arabia and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
For further information on all the recognised sites, please refer to the attached link.
#National parks #Nature reserves #Cultural preservation #Sustainable tourism #Community engagement
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