Phu Yen Geopark Seeks UNESCO Global Geopark Status

Dak Lak Province is seeking UNESCO Global Geopark recognition for Phu Yen Geopark, aiming to preserve its rich geological, natural, cultural and historical heritage while using these assets to promote sustainable tourism, improve local livelihoods and showcase the province’s eastern region.

Remnants of volcanic eruptions from millions of years ago are still present at Hon Yen island in O Loan commune. Photo: VNA

Ancient granite formed by cooled magma can be found at Nhan Mountain, Ca Pass and Da Bia Mountain, while volcanic activity created columnar basalt formations at Ganh Da Dia, Hon Yen and Hon Dun. Photo: VNA

Established in 2024, Phu Yen Geopark covers nearly 2,000km2 of land and about 1,000km2  of sea across 22 communes and wards in eastern Dak Lak. With nearly 189 km of coastline, offshore islands, rocky cliffs, beaches, lagoons and bays, the geopark is rich in geological, landscape, cultural and biodiversity values. It is also home to diverse ethnic communities, including the Kinh, Hoa, Cham, E De and Ba Na.

Interactions between land and sea have created distinctive landscapes. Photo: VNA

Bau Da Wetland Forest in Hoa Thinh Commune, located within Phu Yen Geopark, boasts a diverse natural ecosystem. Photo: VNA

 By VNA/VNP