UNESCO Global Geopark (Qeshm Island)

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UNESCO Global Geopark (Qeshm Island) is an internationally recognized geopark in Iran’s Persian Gulf, noted for its unique geological formations, rich biodiversity, and cultural heritage.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf UNESCO Global Geopark
protected area
continent Asia
country Iran
environmentalSignificance conservation of mangrove habitats
protection of coastal and marine ecosystems
governingBody Iranian environmental agencies
local authorities of Qeshm Island
hasAttraction cultural heritage
rich biodiversity
unique geological formations
hasBiodiversity bird species
coral communities
intertidal habitats
mangrove forests
marine ecosystems
hasCulturalHeritage local cuisine
local fishing communities
local handicrafts
traditional boat building
traditional music
hasGeologicalFeature canyons
coastal cliffs
erosional landforms
karst formations
marine terraces
salt domes
sedimentary rock formations
valleys
hasUse environmental education
geotourism
scientific research
languageUsed Persian
locatedIn Hormozgan Province
Persian Gulf
Qeshm Island
locatedOn Qeshm Island
marineContext Strait of Hormuz
partOf UNESCO Global Geoparks Network
purpose conservation of geological heritage
promotion of sustainable development
support of local communities
recognizedBy UNESCO
region southern Iran
tourismType eco-tourism
geo-tourism

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Star Valley isPartOf UNESCO Global Geopark (Qeshm Island)
Chahkooh Canyon partOf Qeshm Geopark
linked to: UNESCO Global Geopark (Qeshm Island)
Qeshm County hasTourismAttraction Qeshm Geopark
linked to: UNESCO Global Geopark (Qeshm Island)
Valley of Stars partOf Qeshm Island Geopark
linked to: UNESCO Global Geopark (Qeshm Island)
Hara forests of Qeshm partOf Qeshm Island Geopark
linked to: UNESCO Global Geopark (Qeshm Island)