UNESCO Global Geoparks Global Geoparks Network: Α global partnership promoting sustainable tourism destinations
Prof. Dr. N. ZOUROS University of the Aegean, Greece Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest, Greece Global Geopark Network (GGN ) President of the Executive Board European Geopark Network Coordinator
Earth Heritage Protection 1991 UNESCO International Symposium on the Conservation of the Geological Heritage Digne, France INTERNATIONAL DECLARATION ON THE RIGHTS OF THE MEMORY OF THE EARTH
1996 International Geological Conference Beijing Geopark Concept
Geoparks : New Innovative Concept
Protection and management of the geological heritage promotion of the territorial identity including geological, ecological and cultural resources as a new tool for sustainable local development mainly through geotourism.
NETWORKING - COLLABORATION - SHARING
Sanquingshan Global Geopark, P.R. China
GEOPARKS Mile stones 2000 EGN establishment 2004 GGN establishment 2007 APGN establishment 2015 UNESCO Global Geoparks establishment 2017 LACGN establishment
European Geoparks Network 2017 70 Geoparks in 23 countries
Global Geoparks
February 2004 : 25 Geoparks in the Global Geoparks Network 17 Europe, 8 China
Global Geoparks 2004 June: 1st UNESCO International Conference on Geoparks
Global Geoparks Network
2015 : 120 Geoparks in the Global Geoparks Network ! 69 EGN 46 APGN 2 LATIN AMERICA 2 NORTH AMERICA 1 AFRICA
UNESCO 38th General Conference 17th November 2015
Local food preparation by women cooperative in Lesvos
Adopted the proposal for the establishment of the International Geosciences and Geoparks Programme With 2 pillars the IGCP and the
UNESCO Global Geoparks!
GGN 127 Geoparks in the Global Geoparks Network ! 70 EGN 50 APGN 4 LATIN AMERICA 2 NORTH AMERICA 1 AFRICA
Global Geoparks Network Official partner of the UN World Tourism Organization on the 2017 International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development
Main objectives To present Geoparks as sustainable tourism destinations To underline to contribution of sustainable tourism in an holistic local development, which is smart, inclusive and fair To promote new geoturistic activities in natural areas, local traditions, products and gastronomy as well as the use of local resources for a sustainable economic and social growth. To support the campaign of UNWTO and raising awareness on visitors responsibilities
Geoparks... Territories of excellence Including networks of Geological heritage sites and landscapes of international significance as well as ecological and cultural sites of interest
Lesvos Petrified Forest, Lesvos Global Geopark, Greece
Geoparks : stunning scenery
Reserve Geologique Haute Provence
Geoparks: outstanding landscapes
Shilin stone forest Global Geopark, China
Stone forest of Andalucia Sierra Norte de Sevilla
Geoparks : Aesthetics……
Jeju island Geopark, Korea
Zhangjiajie Geopark,China
Geoparks: Scientifically important earth heritage sites
Zhoukoudian - Peking man site Fangshan Geopark, China
Genbudo Cave, Sanin Kaigan Geopark, Japan
Geoparks: significant geosites
Forest fawr Geopark, Wales UK
Sobrarbe Global Geopark, Spain
Geoparks : unique natural ecosystems Mangrove Forest, Langkawi Geopark, Malaysia
Rokua Geopark, Finland
Unique ecosystems
Cabo de Gata UNESCO Global Geopark, Spain
Kaloni Gulf wetlands,Lesvos UNESCO Global Geopark, Greece
Geoparks : sites of cultural value
Central Catalunya Geopark, Spain
Mount Taishan Geopark, China
Geoparks : sites of cultural value Art in Nature: CĂŠsar Manrique Foundation Lanzarotte Geopark, Spain
Sierra Norte de Sevilla Geopark, Spain
Intangible heritage
Orpheus cave biodiversity and culture
Ιrania gutturalis
Geoparks and Geo - tourism A Geopark creates visitor’s experiences that allow them to share what we value most about our territory, in such a way as to preserve and protect the region for generations to come.
Mount Perdito and Ordesa valley, WHS Sobrarbe Global Geopark, Spain
Sharing best practice in the protection and conservation of Geo-sites
Terra Vita Geopark Germany
GEO – CONSERVATION In situ Museum
Ichthyosaurus site in Haute Province Geopark, France
Zigong Geopark – Dinosaur Museum: in situ fossil site protection
Geopark – Thematic Museum
Thematic Museum
Fangshan UNESCO Global Geopark, China
Wudalianchi UNESCO Global Geopark Museum
Visibility : Information Panels and Geosite Signage
Visibility Mount Huangshan, China
Sierras Subbeticas Geopark Spain
Geopark Monuments
Sierra Norte de Sevilla UNESCO Global Geopark , Andalucia, Spain
Arouca UNESCO Global Geopark Portugal
Communication and Promotion
Geopark Rangers
BergstrasseOdenwald Geopark, Germany
Geopark guides
Araripe Global Geopark, Brazil
Geopark Activities Geosite interpretation Guided walks Trekking Horse riding Cycling Geo-rafting Running Boat - cruise
Outdoor activities Guided walks at the Geo-sites
Guided tours to discover the landscapes along walking trails
Outdoor activities
Bike trail in Luberon Global Geopark, France
Marathon runners in Madonie Global Geopark, Italy
Outdoor activities
Adventure activities Climbing!
Forest fawr Geopark, UK
Services
Geo-Cruise by the NossTour-boat, equipped with magniďŹ ers and geological maps in Shetland Geopark, UK Geo-Cruise Basque Coast Global Geopark Spain
Geo-Cruise by the Geopark Boat in Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark
Geopark enterprise network in tourism Locally operating entities such as tourist agencies and enterprises, agro-tourism cooperatives, local hotels and BB accommodation, restaurants, enterprises operating in outdoor activities and nature tourism, local product and handcraft enterprises should have permanent collaboration and networking with the Geopark managing body in order to achieve concrete results on high quality services for Geopark visitors.
Partners Araripe Geopark enterprise network
Yanqing Geopark partner, China
Geo-restaurants and local dishes Georestaurant in Naturtejo Geopark, Portugal
Geo-plates inspired from
Caldera cake
Geo - cooking Geo cooking in a geothermal field! Azores UNESCO Global Geopark, Portugal
Local gastronomy Empower women Local food preparation by women cooperative in Lesvos Women Cooperative of Mesotopos in Lesvos
Agrotourism festival Local food and products
Labelisation of local products The label represents a value added for the product that can be sold with a guarantee of quality. In order to obtain the label, product should meet a series of requirements. The local product with the "Qualità Parco" label has also a second advantage: it belongs to a particular distribution chain directly connecting the "Qualità Parco" producer with the "Qualità Parco" restaurants, that must offer their guests local and genuine products.
Local Products
Naturtejo Geopark
Arouca Geopark
Environmental Education in Geoparks
Rokua Global Geopark, Finland
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION IN GEOPARKS
Kula Geopark, Turkey
Vulkaneifel Geopark, Germany
Educational activities
Educational tools
Educational events
Madonie Global Geopark, Italy
Araripe Global Geopark, Brazil
Education on natural disasters Seismic table Understanding Earthquakes
Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest, Lesvos Global Geopark, Greece
Educational publications & Museum kits
Vocational training‌ Encouraging people to learn, study and update their skills Training of young unemployed local residents in geosite conservation
Geopark Networking Networking played a very strong role in the creation, development and success of the Global Geoparks since the establishment of the Global Geoparks Network in February 2004. APGN Coordination Committee Meeting Toyooka city – 16 September 2015
Networking among Global Geoparks Networking among Global Geoparks is taking place at the national, regional and global level and seems to be the main factor of their success worldwide. Networking among Global Geoparks is playing a crucial role in facilitating the sharing of good practices among Geoparks, exchange of experiences on geo-conservation, geotourism and geoeducation, exchange of personnel, formation of joint initiatives and projects, creation of common promotional tools, organization of common Geopark activities such as educational programmes, festivals, local art feasts and participation in tourist fairs.
GGN common activities A brilliant evolving Global Network of cooperation and sharing of experiences and best practices in protection and sustainable management of significant Earth heritage sites, geo-conservation, educational activities, geo-tourism and local development.
International Geoparks Conference Regional Geopark Conferences and Workshops GGN Best Practice Awards GGN Capacity Building Activities Participation in Tourist fairs GGN website GGN Newsletter Common publications
GGN Conferences 2004-2018 7 International Conference on Geoparks Beijing, China 2004 Belfast, Marble Arch Caves Geopark, Ireland 2006 Osnabruck, Terra Vita Geopark, Germany 2008 Langkawi Geopark, Malaysia 2010 Shimabara, Unzen Geopark, Japan 2012 Saint John, Stonenhammer Geopark, Canada 2014 Torbay, English Riviera Geopark, UK, 2016 Coming……. Adamello – Brenda Geopark, Italy September2018
5th International UNESCO Conference on Global Geoparks – Unzen Volcanic Area – Japan 2012
6th International Conference on Geoparks Stone hammer Geopark – Canada 2014
Regional Geopark Networks Regional Geopark Networks include GGN members at a regional or continental level. Regional Geopark Networks serve for the coordination of GGN activities at a regional or continental level and as fora for the exchange of information and co-operation between Global Geoparks and Global Geopark professionals in the region. The activities of Regional Geopark Networks include the organisation of Regional Geopark Conferences, workshops and seminars, capacity building activities, common projects, promotional activities and common publications. Each Geopark Network forms a Coordination Commission which is the governing body of the Regional Network and elects two Coordinators and an Advisory Committee according to the Regional Geopark Network Rules of operation.
40th EGN Coordination Committee Meeting
Working Groups WG on Geoparks in Volcanic areas WG on Geo-hazards WG on Geological heritage assessment WG on SDG’s WG on Education WG on Tourism Based on the work of Regional WG’s Communication Commission 2 Workshops in this Conference
European Geoparks Week
EGN Conferences Maestrazgo 2000 Lesvos 2001 Psiloritis 2002 Kamptal 2003 Madonie 2004 Lesvos 2005 N. W. Highlands 2007 Naturtejo 2009 Lesvos 2010 Gea Norvegica 2011 Arouca 2012 Cilento 2013 Rokua 2015 Azores 2017
Sierra Norte di Sevilla 2019
BUILDING NEW BONDS WITH THE TOURISM MARKET Geopark Promotional Activities
Participation in International Tourism Fairs Stand in FITUR Madrid
1st International Geoparks Fair Terra Vita Geopark
3rd best exhibitor award!
EXPO Milan 2015 Promoting the Global Geoparks Network in EXPO Milan 2015
Rocca di Cerere Global Geopark Sicily, Italy
Global Geoparks Network Official partner of the UN World Tourism Organization on the 2017 International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development
Events IYST 2017
January 2017 – FITUR Madrid, Spain January 2017 – Terras de Cabaleiros UGG Portugal February 2017 – Naturtejo UGG Portugal March 2017 – ITB Berlin, Germany March 2017 – EGN Mee,ng - Barren UGG Ireland June 2017 – Interna,onal Course - Lesvos UGG, Greece September 2017 – 14th EGN Conference Azores UGG, Portugal September 2017 – 5th APGN Zhijindong Cave UNESCO Global Geopark China November 2017 – 1st Interna,onal Symposium on Sustainable Tourism and Geoparks
ITB Berlin 2017
GGN Press Conference
GGN Newsletter
9th Intensive Course on Geoparks Lesvos island, 12-22 June 2017 EVALUATING GEOPARK MANAGEMENT AND GEOTOURISM ACTIVITIES Lectures by Global Geoparks Experts Field visits in Lesvos Geopark geological, ecological and cultural sites of interest Workshops and exchange of experience Meetings with key-Geopark stakeholders Capacity building through practical training
Geoparks and Geoheritage Promoting geoheritage in Latin America Institute of Geography, Mexico City – May 2015
GGN Website
http://globalgeoparksnetwork.org
GGN Poster
Information & Publications
EGN magazine EGN Magazine 2015
EGN - Geopark Books
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Yes together we can!