International Geoscience and Geoparks Programme
List of UNESCO Global Geoparks and Regional Networks
A UNESCO Global Geopark uses its geological heritage in connection with all other aspects of the areas natural and cultural heritage to enhance awareness and understanding of key issues facing society such as using our earths resources sustainably mitigating the effects of climate change and reducing natural hazardrelated risks At present 213 geoparks are found in 48 countries