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With its internationally significant heritage, Dak Nong Geopark was designated a Global Geopark in July 2020. It has now been re-recognized for the 2024-2027 period.
Dak Nong Geopark
Dak Nong Geopark spans an area of 4,760 square kilometers, covering the districts of Krong No, Cu Jut, Dak Mil, Dak Song, Dak G'long, and Gia Nghia city. The region's history dates back 140 million years, when it was once part of a vast ocean. Tectonic movements eventually lifted the area, resulting in the formation of volcanoes.
The volcanic activity led to half of the park being covered by layers of basalt lava. Around 10,000 years ago, the volcanoes were still active. These volcanic events created a vast and unique system of caves, the largest and most impressive in Southeast Asia. This volcanic cave system holds the Southeast Asian record for both size and length. Remarkably, prehistoric human habitation traces have been discovered here.
Within the Dak Nong Geopark, there are ancient paleontological heritage sites, including fossils of clams and two shell fragments. Additionally, the park features natural lakes formed by tectonic subsidence, distinctive volcanic craters such as Nâm Blang, Nâm Kar, Băng Mo, and magnificent waterfalls like Gia Long, Trinh Nu, and Dray Sap.
Unique discoveries have been made in the Geopark, showcasing the area's geological and cultural significance.
The region also holds cultural remnants from the Late Neolithic and Early Metal Ages, dating back to between 6,000 and 3,000 years ago. Archaeological artifacts include disc-shaped stone tools, short axes, flaked tools, flakes, grinding stones, and polished stones. Numerous types of pottery have been found, varying in thickness and design, alongside animal bones and even prehistoric human remains.
The Dak Nong Geopark is also home to three indigenous ethnic groups: Mạ, M’nông, and Êđê. In the late 1970s, many northern ethnic groups migrated to Dak Nong to settle. The area is part of the 'Central Highlands Gong Culture Space,' which was recognized in 2005 as a 'Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.'
The Nâm Nung Nature Reserve, Tà Đùng National Park, Đray Sáp Special Use Forest, and Yok Đôn National Park are key locations within the Geopark, preserving its exceptional biodiversity. These areas are home to a rich variety of species, many of which are rare and endangered. This biodiversity is a significant resource for developing eco-tourism and exploration models.
According to Mytour.vn
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Reference: Travel Guide Mytour.vn
Mytour.vnAugust 26, 2024
