Geological heritage represents and brings together geological elements of great local and
global relevance. It also promotes conservation and sustainable use. This study aims to …

Geodiversity is the variety of earth materials, forms and processes that constitute and shape
the Earth planet. Therefore, geodiversity includes essential for develo** nature-based …

Coastal zones, with their significant geodiversity, are vital areas for geotourism. Effective
management is crucial to harness the geological interest of these sites as geotourism …

The development of geoeducation generates a link between people, landscapes, and their
culture by recognising the geological potential around geosites and their conservation …

Volcanic environments offer a unique combination for life development. UNESCO
recognized the Galapagos Islands as Natural World Heritage site due to the uniqueness of …

Geodiversity is considered a new tool to exploit the resources of regional and local
geotourism. Hitherto, few assessments of geodiversity have been conceived for huge …

Biodiversity is an essential component of nature, relegating the aspects of geodiversity,
which provides geological and landscape variety to a territory. However, the importance of …

Abstract Zaruma-Portovelo mining district (Ecuador) is an area characterised by its
geological, natural, and cultural wealth with potential for geotourism development as an …

Cajas National Park (CNP), located in southern Ecuador, comprises an area of high natural,
scientific and cultural value with wide recognition worldwide. This national park has a large …

Thematic travel itineraries (eg architectural, archaeological, geological routes) can be
instrumental in develo** tourism in a given area. Travellers are expected to follow the …