Pub Date : 2025-12-01DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.01.006
Joana Rodrigues , Elsa Costa e Silva , Diamantino Insua Pereira
UNESCO Global Geoparks are unique platforms for communicating science and geoscience, especially in the context of contemporary environmental challenges. These territories are outstanding models for promoting environmental stewardship and fostering community engagement. To address a research gap in understanding science communication within geoparks, this study explored the theoretical framework behind science communication, discussing key principles and strategies. The results revealed a diverse landscape with a wide spectrum of approaches, showing progress and opportunities, yet challenges persisted, including inconsistent frameworks and the prevalence of deficit-model thinking. Trends indicated increasing adoption of participatory and community-focused initiatives, although these were unevenly implemented. The study concluded that while geoparks had made significant contributions to science communication and sustainability, their impact could be enhanced through more consistent and participatory strategies that actively involved communities, strengthening their role as global models for environmental stewardship and public engagement.
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Pub Date : 2025-12-01DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.10.001
Aelisa Awing Louis , Hamimah Talib , Jennifer Kim Lian Chan , Kamlisa Uni Kamlun
Geoparks represent a dynamic nexus between geological heritage, ecological preservation, and sustainable development. Within this framework, the Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark (KUGGp) in Malaysia was officially designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark on 26th May 2023. It stands as a paragon of geotourism, uniting local communities, cultural legacy, and natural wonders under the broader agenda of sustainable tourism. However, the extent to which these benefits are recognized by local communities, particularly in Kota Belud, remains inadequately explored. Understanding these perspectives is crucial for aligning geotourism initiatives with community aspirations and fostering sustainable development. This study investigates the perceived benefits of geoparks among the Kota Belud community using a mixed-methods approach. A total of 225 respondents from the community of Kota Belud participated in this study. The quantitative data were triangulated with the data from in-depth interviews with eight community representatives. Using a five-point Likert scale, the survey consists of 31 items constructed based on the UNWTO conceptual framework of the three pillars of tourism sustainable development: economy, social, and environment. Complementary in-depth interviews with eight representatives provided qualitative insights, enhancing the robustness of findings. Survey results indicate strong agreement on the benefits of geoparks in enhancing local economies (mean = 4.36), fostering social cohesion (mean = 4.28), and promoting environmental conservation (mean = 4.24). Thematic analysis further highlights the dimensions such as income generation, cultural preservation, and environmental stewardship. This study underscores the transformative potential of geoparks and offers practical insights for policymakers and stakeholders to enhance geotourism strategies aligned with sustainable development goals.
{"title":"Benefits of geopark from the perspective of local communities: A case study of Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark, Malaysia","authors":"Aelisa Awing Louis , Hamimah Talib , Jennifer Kim Lian Chan , Kamlisa Uni Kamlun","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.10.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.10.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Geoparks represent a dynamic nexus between geological heritage, ecological preservation, and sustainable development. Within this framework, the Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark (KUGGp) in Malaysia was officially designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark on 26th May 2023. It stands as a paragon of geotourism, uniting local communities, cultural legacy, and natural wonders under the broader agenda of sustainable tourism. However, the extent to which these benefits are recognized by local communities, particularly in Kota Belud, remains inadequately explored. Understanding these perspectives is crucial for aligning geotourism initiatives with community aspirations and fostering sustainable development. This study investigates the perceived benefits of geoparks among the Kota Belud community using a mixed-methods approach. A total of 225 respondents from the community of Kota Belud participated in this study. The quantitative data were triangulated with the data from in-depth interviews with eight community representatives. Using a five-point Likert scale, the survey consists of 31 items constructed based on the UNWTO conceptual framework of the three pillars of tourism sustainable development: economy, social, and environment. Complementary in-depth interviews with eight representatives provided qualitative insights, enhancing the robustness of findings. Survey results indicate strong agreement on the benefits of geoparks in enhancing local economies (mean = 4.36), fostering social cohesion (mean = 4.28), and promoting environmental conservation (mean = 4.24). Thematic analysis further highlights the dimensions such as income generation, cultural preservation, and environmental stewardship. This study underscores the transformative potential of geoparks and offers practical insights for policymakers and stakeholders to enhance geotourism strategies aligned with sustainable development goals.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"13 4","pages":"Pages 534-546"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145746912","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-09-03DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.07.001
Wu Feifei, Norlida Hanim Mohd Salleh
This study examines the willingness to pay (WTP) of 488 Quanzhou residents for the conservation of World Heritage Sites (WHS) using a discrete choice experiment (DCE) and a mixed logit (MXL) model. The results indicate that residents are willing to pay CNY 19.35 per month for high-level community well-being improvements, CNY 25.83 for high cultural engagement, and CNY 20.60 for job creation related to tourism. In contrast, the WTP for direct heritage preservation is lower, with CNY 8.17 for high-level preservation. These findings highlight a preference for enhancing community infrastructure and cultural activities over direct conservation efforts. The research not only provides valuable insights for enhancing local participation in Quanzhou but also serves as a reference for government. By analyzing the WTP, governments and cultural organizations can develop targeted initiatives that foster civic engagement and public support for decision-making, thereby advancing democratic governance. This study deepens the understanding of the relationship between community involvement and heritage conservation and informs more effective policies that align local interests with sustainable cultural preservation.
{"title":"Residents' willingness to pay for heritage conservation: Insight from a discrete choice experiment","authors":"Wu Feifei, Norlida Hanim Mohd Salleh","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.07.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.07.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study examines the willingness to pay (WTP) of 488 Quanzhou residents for the conservation of World Heritage Sites (WHS) using a discrete choice experiment (DCE) and a mixed logit (MXL) model. The results indicate that residents are willing to pay CNY 19.35 per month for high-level community well-being improvements, CNY 25.83 for high cultural engagement, and CNY 20.60 for job creation related to tourism. In contrast, the WTP for direct heritage preservation is lower, with CNY 8.17 for high-level preservation. These findings highlight a preference for enhancing community infrastructure and cultural activities over direct conservation efforts. The research not only provides valuable insights for enhancing local participation in Quanzhou but also serves as a reference for government. By analyzing the WTP, governments and cultural organizations can develop targeted initiatives that foster civic engagement and public support for decision-making, thereby advancing democratic governance. This study deepens the understanding of the relationship between community involvement and heritage conservation and informs more effective policies that align local interests with sustainable cultural preservation.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"13 4","pages":"Pages 493-505"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-09-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145448562","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-09-01DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.09.001
D. Chikodzi , G. Nhamo , K. Dube , L. Chapungu
{"title":"Erratum to “Climate change risk assessment of heritage tourism sites within South African national parks” [International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks, Volume 10, Issue 3, 417–434]","authors":"D. Chikodzi , G. Nhamo , K. Dube , L. Chapungu","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.09.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.09.001","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"13 3","pages":"Page 490"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145117770","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-09-01DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.08.001
Mohamed El Ouali , Lahcen Kabiri , Badre Essafraoui , Mohamed Ben Bammou , Ismail Ait Lahssaine , Badre Messaoudi , Rowan Martindale
{"title":"Removal notice to ‘Inventory and quantitative assessment of geosites and geodiversity sites of the Tinghir-Dades-Imilchil area (Morocco)’ [International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks 13 (2025) 166–187]","authors":"Mohamed El Ouali , Lahcen Kabiri , Badre Essafraoui , Mohamed Ben Bammou , Ismail Ait Lahssaine , Badre Messaoudi , Rowan Martindale","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.08.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.08.001","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"13 3","pages":"Page 489"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145117769","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-09-01DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.09.003
{"title":"Corrigendum regarding incorrect Declaration Conflict-of-Interests statements in previously published articles","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.09.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.09.003","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"13 3","pages":"Page 492"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145117768","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
This study aims to systematically analyze the role and trends of digitalization in geoheritage and geopark management, identifying research gaps and future opportunities to support sustainable development and policy-making. It examines the growing trend of leveraging digitalization in geoheritage and geopark management to drive economic growth, cultural education, and sustainability, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Utilizing a systematic literature review (SLR) guided by PRISMA 2020 and bibliometric analysis with VOS viewer, it identifies key research trends and gaps. A major novelty of this study lies in the first-time application of the antecedents, decisions, outcomes-theories, contexts, methods (ADO-TCM) framework to analyze digitalization in geoheritage and geoparks. The findings, derived from 138 scholarly articles, reveal that while digital tools are increasingly explored in tourism and heritage management, their specific role in geoheritage and geopark settings remains underexamined. The study highlights digitalization's potential to promote sustainability, enhance economic development, and improve educational outcomes. It offers actionable insights for various stakeholders. Managers can leverage digital tools for operational efficiency and visitor engagement. Governments can align policies to support digital transformation. Society can benefit from digital platforms to increase awareness and participation in geoheritage conservation. By addressing the underexplored intersection of digital technologies and geoheritage management, this research bridges gaps in the literature and provides a roadmap for future studies. It emphasizes digitalization as a transformative tool for advancing sustainability and fostering informed, engaged communities.
{"title":"Leveraging digitalization in geoheritage and geoparks: Analysis of advancements and trends through bibliometric analysis and the antecedents, decisions, outcomes-theories, contexts, methods (ADO-TCM) framework","authors":"Jessica Hermawan, Liliana Inggrit Wijaya, Andri Rianawati","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.05.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.05.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study aims to systematically analyze the role and trends of digitalization in geoheritage and geopark management, identifying research gaps and future opportunities to support sustainable development and policy-making. It examines the growing trend of leveraging digitalization in geoheritage and geopark management to drive economic growth, cultural education, and sustainability, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Utilizing a systematic literature review (SLR) guided by PRISMA 2020 and bibliometric analysis with VOS viewer, it identifies key research trends and gaps. A major novelty of this study lies in the first-time application of the antecedents, decisions, outcomes-theories, contexts, methods (ADO-TCM) framework to analyze digitalization in geoheritage and geoparks. The findings, derived from 138 scholarly articles, reveal that while digital tools are increasingly explored in tourism and heritage management, their specific role in geoheritage and geopark settings remains underexamined. The study highlights digitalization's potential to promote sustainability, enhance economic development, and improve educational outcomes. It offers actionable insights for various stakeholders. Managers can leverage digital tools for operational efficiency and visitor engagement. Governments can align policies to support digital transformation. Society can benefit from digital platforms to increase awareness and participation in geoheritage conservation. By addressing the underexplored intersection of digital technologies and geoheritage management, this research bridges gaps in the literature and provides a roadmap for future studies. It emphasizes digitalization as a transformative tool for advancing sustainability and fostering informed, engaged communities.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"13 3","pages":"Pages 453-472"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144921482","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-09-01DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.013
Bojana Aleksova , Ivica Milevski , Tin Lukić , Slobodan B. Marković , Ivana Manevska
This study assesses the potential for nature-based tourism (NBT) in Mavrovo National Park and Šar Planina National Park in North Macedonia, utilizing the Geosite Potential (G-P) method to evaluate geosites. The research incorporates methodologies from key researchers, and integrates a range of criteria to assess scientific value (SV), educational potential use (EPU), touristic potential use (TPU), and degradation risk (DR). Results indicate that high-scoring geosites possess significant scientific, educational, and touristic values, making them prime candidates for conservation and development. Conversely, some sites exhibit moderate values and suggest areas for improvement. Geospatial analyses facilitate a comprehensive spatial evaluation, emphasizing variations in geosite attributes across the parks. The study reveals that while most geosites face moderate to low risks, some are more vulnerable and require enhanced protection measures. The research also identifies gaps in infrastructure and accommodation that limit the full realization of tourism potential. A SWOT analysis underscores the need for strategic improvements to capitalize on NBT opportunities while addressing infrastructure deficiencies. The findings provide a framework for targeted conservation and development efforts, aiming to preserve the geological integrity of these valuable geosites while promoting their scientific and touristic potential.
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Pub Date : 2025-08-19DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.05.004
Adolfo Quesada-Román , Manuel Peralta-Reyes , Károly Németh , Ghislain Zangmo Tefogoum , Javier Dóniz-Páez , Zbigniew Zwoliński , Maria da Glória Motta Garcia , Małgorzata Mazurek , Piotr Migoń
Tropical geoheritage represents a rich and diverse array of geological and geomorphological features with significant scientific, cultural, and aesthetic value. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the current state of tropical geoheritage research based on systematic literature review of common science databases such as Web of Science. This work also highlights the unique geological formations, such as inselbergs, volcanoes, and karst landscapes, that characterize tropical regions from arid to humid realms. A bibliometric analysis of 484 studies published between 2000 and 2023 is conducted, identifying key contributors, countries, and thematic trends in selected evidence, promotion, and future challenges of geodiversity and geoheritage in the tropics. The review underscores the importance of geoconservation and geotourism as tools for preserving geoheritage in tropical regions, which are under increasing threat from climate change, deforestation, and resource exploitation. Various geoconservation strategies, including the creation of geoparks, national tourism promotion, and public education campaigns, are discussed as effective measures for enhancing the benefits of tropical geoheritage conservation. This study highlights the need for transdisciplinary approaches to protect these natural treasures and suggests future research directions focused on sustainable management and the integration of geoheritage into broader environmental conservation frameworks.
热带地质遗产代表了丰富多样的地质和地貌特征，具有重要的科学、文化和美学价值。本文在对Web of science等常用科学数据库进行系统文献综述的基础上，对热带地遗产的研究现状进行了综述。这项工作还突出了独特的地质构造，如岩堡、火山和喀斯特地貌，这些都是热带地区从干旱到潮湿地区的特征。对2000年至2023年间发表的484项研究进行了文献计量分析，确定了热带地区地质多样性和地质遗产的主要贡献者、国家和专题趋势，并提出了证据、促进和未来挑战。这篇综述强调了地质保护和地质旅游作为保护热带地区地质遗产的工具的重要性，热带地区的地质遗产正受到气候变化、森林砍伐和资源开发日益严重的威胁。本文讨论了各种地质保护策略，包括建立地质公园、推广国家旅游和公众教育活动，作为提高热带地质遗产保护效益的有效措施。本研究强调了跨学科方法来保护这些自然宝藏的必要性，并建议未来的研究方向集中在可持续管理和将地质遗产纳入更广泛的环境保护框架。
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