UNESCO recognizes Danyang, scenic coastal area and Mount Paektu as Global Geoparks

South Korea’s natural beauty received global recognition with the addition of two new UNESCO Global Geoparks — the picturesque Danyang region in the southwest and the scenic coastal area of North Gyeongsang Province in the southeast — along with a third designation recognizing Mount Paektu on the North Korea-China border. These iconic locations join South Korea’s existing geological treasures, including Jeju’s volcanic wonders, Cheongsong’s deep gorges, Mount Mudeung’s unique rock formations, the Hantan River’s basalt cliffs and the vast tidal flats of the West Sea. The sites were officially designated as UNESCO Global Geoparks last week during the 221st session of UNESCO’s Executive Board meeting in Paris. The recognition further strengthens South Korea’s reputation as a land of rich geological diversity with a commitment to sustainable development. The additions give Korea a total of seven UNESCO Global Geoparks. To earn this status, UNESCO requires sites to demonstrate geological heritage of international value, proper management and a commitment to sustainable local developmen

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