What can 80 million years of marine history reveal today? In Japan, the Miné-Akiyoshidai Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark is home to limestone caves, sinkholes and fossil-rich formations that reveal an extraordinary geological past. Traditional grassland management continues to shape the landscape, showing how local practices can contribute to protecting its natural and cultural heritage. Through the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network, UNESCO brings together science, heritage and communities in places that help tell the story of our planet. 👉 Swipe to uncover Earth’s history, one #UNESCOGeopark at a time. @‌unesco.earth