Discover the 12 new #UNESCOGeoparks, highlighting Earth’s geological history 🌍 These sites go beyond their landscapes, serving as centres for #Education, conservation and sustainable development while supporting local communities in preserving their distinctive geological heritage. With new designations in 🇨🇳 China, 🇫🇷 France, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇯🇵 Japan, 🇲🇾 Malaysia, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇷🇺 Russian Federation, 🇹🇳 Tunisia and 🇺🇾 Uruguay, the global network now includes 241 UNESCO Global Geoparks in 51 countries. Join us in honouring their key role in protecting our planet’s geodiversity #ForThePeople.