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Located in the Alps, the Reserve Géologique de Haute Provence is regarded as Europe's biggest geological open-air museum with numerous fossil-rich sites and fascinating rock formations. The skeleton of an Ichthyosaurus can be found here.
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The Petrified Forest of Lescos was created by intense volcanic activity about 20 million years ago. Fossilised pieces of trees with their roots and branches can be found here. Scientist marvel at the scientific value of this site as it provides information regarding the paleoflora and climatic conditions of the distant past.
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In the northwest part of the Rhenish slate mountains lies the volcano formed Vulkaneifel geopark. The area is filled with craters formed by volcanic water vapor explosions.
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Highly valued for scientific and educational activities Maestrazgo Cultural Park is an exquisite laboratory for exploring the Mesozoic and Tertiary evolution of the Iberian Plate. Land and marine sediments, minerals and fossils, as well as spectacular folds and tectonic faults can be found here.
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With a rich history and mythology, Psiloritis Natural Park is the area where Zeus, the king of ancient Greek gods, grew up. It is characterized by big faults, fault surfaces, fossil sites, caves, impressive gorges and plateaus hosting many endemic species of the island, unique fold associations and geomorphologic structures are all present at this wonderful site.
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This geopark was formed during the ice age and is classed as belonging to an average-mountain landscape. Its subsoil consists of massive rock that is covered by ice age sediments just in some places. Jurassic rock formations can be found here.
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Located in Ireland, copper mines lie at the heart of this Geopark. Towering cliffs, sandy coves and caves, all against the backdrop of the Comeragh mountains make the Copper Coast a spectacular sight.
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Natural underworld of rivers, waterfalls, winding passages and lofty chambers are what you’ll find in this spectacular geopark. Numerous tours and resources are available here to the public.
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Geologic and geomorpho-logic interest has been developed over these beautiful landscapes of Sicily. Mainly composed of limestone and interesting morphologies of a karstic nature, this geopark presents a very rich a rare cultural and natural heritage.
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Located along the river Kamp, this geopark is filled with minerals, rocks, and fossils. The findings here demonstrate the interrelationship of man and culture by emphasizing that rocks are a principle resource for human settlement and evolution.
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This geopark is part of the Northern Clcareous Alps. Scientists have found traces of the Great Ice Ago present here. The Waterloch Gorge, originating at a large karstic spring, provides insight into the geologic activities of water.
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This geopark unravels 500 years of of eventful global history in this part of Europe. This is the site of a former trench of a continental collision, and also the initial phase of a breaking Europe during Alpidic orogenesis.
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This geopark is noted for its wildlife diversity and geological heritage. Stories of moving continents, tropical seas, molten rock, ice sheets, and the men that mined them are all present at this stunning site. This park is recognized not only for its breathtaking beauty but also for its geological heritage.
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700 million years of continental collisions, shallow tropical seas, hot deserts, tropical swamps, coastal lagoons, ice sheets and polar deserts are some of the geological happenings that is revealed through geopark. These changes are what have produced the diverse landscapes that are present here today.
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Fossils of a great variety can be found here at this geopark. Many of these fossils are so well preserved that the tiniest of details can be observed by the naked eye. Remains of primitive animals such as goats, elephants, and horses can also be found.
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This is one of the best locations to explore wild and natural Europe. 3,000 million years old are some of the rocks here. Stunning mountain landscape, clear sandy beaches, and ancient settlements are only some of the reasons to visit this glorious geopark.
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Two craters of meteorites and many fossil sites are some of the reasons why this geopark is geologically significant. The oldest sculptures of art and one of the oldest musical instruments of mankind originate from the Swabian Albs.
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Within this geopark lies iron ores, lignite and salt deposits. Volcano-sedimentary sequences of the Lower Permian and the Upper Permian are also present.
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The last Ice Age created this lake landscape of over 1000 lakes of different shapes and sizes connected by a complex canal system. This is the most extensive interconnected body of water in Central Europe.
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Located in the central part of Romania, this park is characterized by its deep gorges, caves, alpine forests, meadows , orchards andcrops. This area remains a place where clues about human history are present from the Paleolithic to Roman Antiquity and from the Middle-Age to the Modern time.
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Situated in Northwest Italy, a huge extension of ophiolites, extraordinary geologic formations, fossils, and different sites of mineralogical interest are all found in this geopark. It is considered one of the richest areas around with respect to its biodiversity.
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This park was once a hunting preserve and covers an area of some 763 kms? It contains some of the most breathtaking mountain scenery in southern Britain bringing together the relationship between geology, landscape, altitude, soil types and flora and contributing to a rich natural heritage. The designation of 2 National Nature Reserves, 31 Sites of Special Scientific Interest and 166 Sites of Interest for Nature Conservation is all found here.
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Nearly one hundred kilometers to the northeast from Prague this park contains a wealth of nature’s beauty along with historical buildings. The characteristic sandstone rock towns, fauna and flora was the main reason for proclaming the region the first protected area in the then republic in 1955.
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Within this park lies limestone ridges which provide clues to the life forms of the past. It is internationally recognized as one of the most significant areas for the study of evolution of an extinct group of marine molluscs. It is also an important area for studying the history of the formation of the Bética Mountain Range.
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Lying in the heart of the Pyrenees, this park offers a magnificent ecological heritage. Natural reserves, flora, fauna, and cultural heritage all classify this park as a geopark.
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This geopark is the largest terrestrial-maritime reserve in the European Western Mediterranean Sea. Spain’s largest volcanic rock formation, the Eponymous Mountain Range, lines the coast with sharp peaks that fall steeply to the sea creating jagged 100 meter high cliffs. Hidden coves with white sandy beaches can also be found. There are rocky islands offshore and underwater extensive coral reefs contain a wealth of marine life.
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This is the first Portuguese park to be recognized as a geopark. Its wonderful geomorphic, geolical, palaeontological and mining heritages are all internationally recognized. Impressive quartile gorges, the huge Roman golf mine, and the gigantic meanders of the Zêzere river have made this geopark truly impressive.
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Located in southeastern Norway, this geopark contains a spread of geology that is as old as 1500 million years old. Here you will find remains from the last Quaternary glaciations. This park represents the old Scandinavian geology combined with the newer European geology.
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The wonderful cliffs and the hard stacks plunging vertically into the sea, infinite and almost desert golden sand expanses, the “magic?carsic caves, the wild forests witch a large variety of animal species surrounded by the blue sea of Sardinia make this geopark a favourite destination for both tourists and geologists alike.
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Situated in the eastern part of Croatia, Papuk’s geological landscape, biological and cultural diversity has given it geopark status. Having rocks that vary about 400 million years, and breathtaking waterfalls, this site is truly spectacular.
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The Lochaber area is renowned for Ben Nevis and for its spectacular scenery. These mountains were once part of the Caledonian mountain chain, as were the present-day Himalayas, which were created over 400 million years ago. The range was split apart by the opening of the Atlantic Ocean.
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Located in South Devon, the rich diversity of landscapes, the wildlife, people and culture make the English Riviera a popular destination.
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This geopark is the best known protected area in the entire Alps. Here lies countless numbers of species, bodies of water, and breathtaking scenery. Scientific study is promoted here at every corner.
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