Dak Nong Geopark won UNESCO recognition as Global Geopark
The 209th UNESCO Executive Board Session held in Paris in July 2020 officially recognized Dak Nong Geopark as a global geopark. Located in Dak Nong Province in the Central Highlands of Vietnam, this designation marked the third UNESCO geopark in Vietnam, following the recognition of Non Nuoc Cao Bang Geopark and Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark in previous years.
One of the volcanoes in Dak Nong Geopark. Photo: Dak Nong Geopark
Established in 2015, Dak Nong Geopark spans over 4,700 square kilometers and features the remarkable Krong No volcanic system, which contains more than 50 caves. The park showcases notable natural attractions, including Ta Dung Nature Reserve and Dray Sap Waterfall, as well as a diverse array of rare plants and animals listed in Vietnam's Red Data Book.
Additionally, Dak Nong Geopark serves as a habitat for hundreds of ethnic communities with histories dating back 6,000 to 7,000 years. Visitors to the park have the opportunity to engage with various indigenous groups, including the Ê Đê and M'Nông peoples.
Looking ahead, Vietnam aims to expand its offerings in geoparks, with plans for the development of additional sites in Gia Lai, Bac Kan, Quang Ngai, and Phu Yen Provinces.
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