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<p>Recognition and valorisation of geological heritage in Latin America and the Caribbean has increased significantly over the last two decades. An example of this is UNESCO and IUGS recognising areas as Geoparks or Heritage Stones, which has contributed to the promotion and conservation of parts of these natural heritage sites within these regions' territories. This paper reviews the main milestones in this brief history and describes geoheritage sites that deserve special attention from researchers and national geological surveys. The most prominent features of the 54 geosites (85%) are several Andean volcanoes, as well as fluvial canyons and palaeontological features, mainly related to dinosaur remains, with international scientific relevance. Of the 15 UNESCO Global Geoparks, 522 other sites have regional or national relevance and are useful for research, education, or tourism. Concurrently, the IUGS has recognised 34 World Geological Heritage Sites, as well as two World Heritage Stones. Once again, the main geological categories are volcanic, geomorphological and palaeontological sites (59%).</p>

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The History of Geological Heritage and UNESCO Global Geoparks in Latin America and the Caribbean

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    2026年1月15日

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  • César Goso Aguilar

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Recognition and valorisation of geological heritage in Latin America and the Caribbean has increased significantly over the last two decades. An example of this is UNESCO and IUGS recognising areas as Geoparks or Heritage Stones, which has contributed to the promotion and conservation of parts of these natural heritage sites within these regions' territories. This paper reviews the main milestones in this brief history and describes geoheritage sites that deserve special attention from researchers and national geological surveys. The most prominent features of the 54 geosites (85%) are several Andean volcanoes, as well as fluvial canyons and palaeontological features, mainly related to dinosaur remains, with international scientific relevance. Of the 15 UNESCO Global Geoparks, 522 other sites have regional or national relevance and are useful for research, education, or tourism. Concurrently, the IUGS has recognised 34 World Geological Heritage Sites, as well as two World Heritage Stones. Once again, the main geological categories are volcanic, geomorphological and palaeontological sites (59%).