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Ces caractéristiques géologiques et géomorphologiques remarquables ont contribué à sa mise en valeur touristique et culturelle par les collectivités locales à partir des années 1980. Aujourd’hui, le Conservatoire du littoral, en tant que gestionnaire du site, doit gérer les impacts d’une fréquentation qui ne cesse d’augmenter, et composer avec les aspirations/exigences d’une population riveraine installée sur cet espace depuis le XIXe siècle. Dans ce contexte, une étude morphosédimentaire des cordons de galets et des relations qu’ils entretiennent avec le fonctionnement hydrologique des lagunes rétrolittorales a été réalisée à la demande du Conservatoire du littoral. Le but de ce diagnostic est d’apporter des connaissances scientifiques pertinentes afin d’orienter/accompagner la politique de gestion et de renaturation du site. Si l’état morphologique et sédimentaire des cordons de galets ne présente aucune dégradation majeure, le fonctionnement hydrologique des lagunes a quant à lui été mis à mal par un ensemble d’interventions humaines. De toute évidence, il conviendra dans le futur d’intervenir sur ce point afin de redonner au site du Gouffre l’aspect naturel qui était le sien avant l’installation de l’Homme.", "publicationTitle": "Géomorphologie : relief, processus, environnement", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2025/08/01", "volume": "31", "issue": "3", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "", "DOI": "", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://journals.openedition.org/geomorphologie/20763", "accessDate": "2025-12-17T14:20:32Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1266-5304", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "fr", "libraryCatalog": "journals.openedition.org", "callNumber": "", "rights": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/", "extra": "Publisher: Groupe français de géomorphologie", "tags": [ { "tag": "Bretagne", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Gouffre (site du)", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "cordons de galets", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "géotope", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "lagunes", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "littoral", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "morphosédimentaire", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2025-12-17T14:20:32Z", "dateModified": "2025-12-17T14:20:32Z" } }, { "key": "HZGY8B39", "version": 4303, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/HZGY8B39", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/HZGY8B39", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Lapompe-Paironne", "parsedDate": "2025-07-31", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "HZGY8B39", "version": 4303, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Le site « Gerbier-de-Jonc-sources de la Loire » (Ardèche) : un exemple d’évolution paysagère et règlementaire d’un site « naturel » protégé", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Lionel", "lastName": "Lapompe-Paironne" } ], "abstractNote": "Le mont Gerbier-de-Jonc est connu pour la célèbre maxime géographique scolaire qui affirme que la Loire y « prend sa source ». Sommet emblématique et spectaculaire en forme de dôme arrondi, culminant à 1 551 mètres d’altitude, localisé dans un département majoritairement rural et riche en sites géologiques remarquables, cet ancien volcan semble remplir suffisamment de critères pour être inséré dans une démarche de protection en tant qu’« espace naturel ». Les dispositifs s’y superposent : espace naturel sensible de l’Ardèche, parc naturel régional des Monts d’Ardèche, géosite, géoparc Unesco, Natura 2000. Il est désormais question d’un projet de Grand Site, dans le sillage des gorges de l’Ardèche. Cet article s’interroge sur deux évolutions, celle de la protection et celle du paysage du site, à travers deux axes : la place des deux éléments « naturels » dans la mise en scène paysagère tout d’abord ; la conciliation entre dispositifs de protection et aménagement du site ensuite.", "publicationTitle": "Projets de paysage. Revue scientifique sur la conception et l’aménagement de l’espace", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2025/07/31", "volume": "", "issue": "32", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "", "DOI": "10.4000/14vkr", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://journals.openedition.org/paysage/35074", "accessDate": "2025-10-14T13:35:13Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1969-6124", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "Le site « Gerbier-de-Jonc-sources de la Loire » (Ardèche)", "language": "fr", "libraryCatalog": "journals.openedition.org", "callNumber": "", "rights": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/", "extra": "Publisher: Agrocampus Angers, Ecole nationale supérieure du paysage, ENP Blois, ENSAP Bordeaux, ENSAP Lille", "tags": [ { "tag": "Ardèche", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Grand Site", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "PNR", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "aire protégée", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "mont Gerbier-de-Jonc", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2025-10-14T13:35:13Z", "dateModified": "2025-10-14T13:35:13Z" } }, { "key": "A4GU8A53", "version": 4302, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/A4GU8A53", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/A4GU8A53", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Rypl et al.", "parsedDate": "2025-07-11", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "A4GU8A53", "version": 4302, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "The Evaluation of Geomorphosites with regards to Geoheritage: Case Study of the Novohradské Mountains, Czechia", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Jiří", "lastName": "Rypl" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Karel", "lastName": "Kirchner" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Vojtěch", "lastName": "Blažek" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Stanislav", "lastName": "Kraft" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Petra", "lastName": "Karvánková" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Adéla", "lastName": "Rejmanová" } ], "abstractNote": "Czechia, due to its location in Central Europe and long geomorphological development, has seen the development of a varied relief, and therefore the creation of different types of geomorphological landscapes. Recently, considerable attention has been paid to the research and evaluation of geomorphological landscapes. The concept of geodiversity and geomorphosites is mainly used for evaluation. So far, less attention has been paid to the Czech-Austrian border area, where the valuable relief of the Novohradské Mountains with a number of important geomorphosites is located. The main goal of this contribution is therefore the presentation of selected rare geomorphosites in the southern part of the Novohradské Mountains (Mt. Kamenec, Mt. Myslivna and Mt. Jelení) and their evaluation using the concept of geomorphosites. The basic methodological step was the detailed geomorphological mapping and geomorphological inventory of the area of interest, followed by the identification and selection of the studied localities—geomorphosites. The selected localities were then evaluated according to the existing methodology for evaluating geomorphosites, which is used in the Czech Republic with regard to a possible mutual comparison of the evaluated geomorphosites. The evaluated geomorphosites were compared with the previously evaluated sites in the northeastern part of the area of interest in the past research. We can state that all sites have a high scientific value with respect to their conservation value, the occurrence of specific forms of weathering on the granites, and palaeogeographic importance, with only the Jelení Mt. having lower total values due to the remoteness and poor accessibility of the locality. The acquired knowledge can be used for geoeducational and geotouristic activities in the study area. Another possibility for using this local geoheritage is the option of guided walks from local geotourism organizations.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2025-07-11", "volume": "17", "issue": "3", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "108", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-025-01148-8", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-025-01148-8", "accessDate": "2025-10-13T11:53:05Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "The Evaluation of Geomorphosites with regards to Geoheritage", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Abiotic nature", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geodiversity", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geoeducation", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geoheritage", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2025-10-13T11:53:05Z", "dateModified": "2025-10-13T11:53:05Z" } }, { "key": "ETVZ7YE2", "version": 4298, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/ETVZ7YE2", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/ETVZ7YE2", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Antić et al.", "parsedDate": "2025", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "ETVZ7YE2", "version": 4298, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "The application of the show mine assessment model on underground mining heritage and mine tourism in Switzerland", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Aleksandar", "lastName": "Antić" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Cristian", "lastName": "Scapozza" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Andrea", "lastName": "Ferrando" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Emmanuel", "lastName": "Reynard" } ], "abstractNote": "This study provides a comprehensive assessment of underground mining heritage and mine tourism in Switzerland, highlighting the significance of mines not only as sources of valuable natural resources but also as integral parts of geological heritage and cultural identity. The research focuses on ten selected show mines, analyzing their scientific and tourism potential. The assessment modelling includes a novel evaluation model, which was utilized in order to determine the unique values and future development strategies. By examining the geological, historical, socio-economic, and tourist aspects, the study underscores the importance of sustainable tourism practices and the role of mines in local community development. The findings aim to enhance the management and promotion of mine tourism in Switzerland, offering insights into the preservation of mining heritage and the enhancement of tourism experiences.", "publicationTitle": "The Extractive Industries and Society", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2025", "volume": "24", "issue": "", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "", "DOI": "10.1016/j.exis.2025.101730", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://serval.unil.ch/notice/serval:BIB_B0CF2CE6505C", "accessDate": "2025-07-28T08:15:46Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "2214-790X", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "eng", "libraryCatalog": "serval.unil.ch", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2025-07-28T08:15:46Z", "dateModified": "2025-07-28T08:15:46Z" } }, { "key": "3VAPNC6K", "version": 4297, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/3VAPNC6K", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/3VAPNC6K", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Pereira and Medeiros", "parsedDate": "2025-05-14", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "3VAPNC6K", "version": 4297, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Ex Situ Geodiversity Inventory form Model Aimed at Geotourism: The Case of the Obelisk at Independence Square, João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazilian Northeast", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Luciano Schaefer", "lastName": "Pereira" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Thiago Gomes", "lastName": "Medeiros" } ], "abstractNote": "The elements of geodiversity and their geoheritage are tangible materials that can be measured either qualitatively or quantitatively. This assessment involves a series of steps, starting with the inventory evaluation of their sites, considering the use or purpose that will be made of them. In the literature, there is a neglect of inventory sheet proposals for the evaluation of ex situ geodiversity, usually in the form of georesources used in the construction of Cultural Heritage. This article aims to present a model form, using as a case study the obelisk located within Independence Square, situated in the Historic Centre of João Pessoa, Paraíba, Northeast Brazil. This sheet is subdivided into five sections, covering all pertinent information about the mapped monument: framing, which names and locates the site; description of the location, with its means of access and characteristics of the place as a heritage asset; historical data; existing protection policy; and information on the geodiversity elements present. The obelisk at Independence Square has a well-known history and cultural importance, and as a result, receives a considerable number of visitors. However, the dissemination of Geosciences, through the study of georesources as elements of geodiversity involved in their constructions and ornamentations, can promote geoscientific education with a petrological approach.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2025-05-14", "volume": "17", "issue": "2", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "77", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-025-01124-2", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-025-01124-2", "accessDate": "2025-06-25T14:19:57Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "Ex Situ Geodiversity Inventory form Model Aimed at Geotourism", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Archaeology and Heritage", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Cultural Heritage", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Cultural heritage", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Ex situ geodiversity", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geodesy", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geographical Information System", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geoinformatics", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Independence square", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Inventory sheet", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Public-Community Archaeology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Urban geotourism", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2025-06-25T14:19:57Z", "dateModified": "2025-06-25T14:19:57Z" } }, { "key": "PG8Y6229", "version": 4297, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/PG8Y6229", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/PG8Y6229", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Gomes and Motta Garcia", "parsedDate": "2025-05-23", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "PG8Y6229", "version": 4297, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Methods of Evaluating Geological Sites with Tourism Potential: An Overview", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Iris Pereira", "lastName": "Gomes" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Maria da Glória", "lastName": "Motta Garcia" } ], "abstractNote": "Earth sciences have mainly evolved from the observation, description, and interpretation of elements of geodiversity. One of the most recent themes within this context is geotourism, which has been gaining ground in scientific research. This work presents a systematic study of criteria for evaluating geological sites with a focus on tourism. The objective is to develop a comprehensive literature review on quantitative assessment criteria for the tourist potential of geological sites, using bibliometric research as a key statistical tool for managing information and scientific knowledge. The literature search yielded 556 articles from the Scopus Preview and Google Scholar platforms, and after screening for relevant findings, 153 articles from 2013 to 2023 were selected. The final selection included only those articles that proposed methods with criteria for assessing tourism value, identifying 13 distinct quantification methods. The results reveal that there has been significant growth in research on the topic. Geographical analysis points to a higher percentage of contributions from European countries. Overall, a large portion of research focuses on the description and evaluation of the geotourism potential of specific areas. Other objectives include management and planning, proposal of geoparks, and comparison between evaluation methods. Few studies propose evaluation methods. This review identifies that there is no single method for evaluating geotouristic sites, and there is a need to complement or adapt existing methods. Evaluation methods are the only means to assess these values; however, they are subjective, and the results of the analyses depend largely on the knowledge and experience of the evaluator. The studies need to be strengthened, including the definition of criteria that best assess and provide the necessary knowledge for the successful development and management of geotourism under the sphere of geoconservation.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2025-05-23", "volume": "17", "issue": "2", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "86", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-025-01121-5", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-025-01121-5", "accessDate": "2025-06-25T14:19:49Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "Methods of Evaluating Geological Sites with Tourism Potential", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Archaeological Methodology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Economic Geology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Evaluation criteria", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Evaluation methods", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geoconservation", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Historical Geology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Quantitative Geology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Tourism Management", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Tourism Studies", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2025-06-25T14:19:49Z", "dateModified": "2025-06-25T14:19:49Z" } }, { "key": "3SXEIBL4", "version": 4297, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/3SXEIBL4", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/3SXEIBL4", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Irfan et al.", "parsedDate": "2025-05-22", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "3SXEIBL4", "version": 4297, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Exploring the Geoheritage, Cultural Geomorphology, and Geotourism Potential of the Kashmir Region, Northwest Himalaya, India", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Mohammad", "lastName": "Irfan" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Ahsan", "lastName": "Afzal" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Bikram Singh", "lastName": "Bali" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Savas", "lastName": "Topal" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Sambit", "lastName": "Naik" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Naseer", "lastName": "Ahmad" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Asif", "lastName": "Bashir" } ], "abstractNote": "The Kashmir region, nestled in the heart of the northwest Himalaya, represents a significant geological and cultural repository that has remained relatively unexplored by the global tourism industry. This study systematically investigates the geoheritage and cultural geomorphology of Kashmir, aiming to identify and evaluate key geosites with potential for sustainable geotourism development. Located between the Greater Himalayan Range and the Pir Panjal Range, Kashmir exhibits a complex assemblage of lithological units, tectonic structures, and geomorphological features, interwoven with a deep-rooted cultural landscape. Through integrated field-based geological surveys and cultural analyses, the study delineates critical sites of geoheritage importance and quantitatively assesses their geotourism potential based on scientific, educational, and cultural value. By focusing on the connections between natural landscapes and cultural heritage, the findings advocate for geotourism initiatives that promote community engagement, environmental stewardship, and economic sustainability. Kashmir has continually drawn attention from both Earth scientists and visitors due to its unique geographical location. Though its landscapes can be challenging to access, it remains a prime destination where rivers, lakes, historical sites, and glaciers are accessible by road, making it an ideal location for studying geosciences. Structurally, the Kashmir Basin is bounded by the Main Central Thrust to the southwest and the Zanskar Thrust to the northeast, offering a tectonically active setting that facilitates the study of Himalayan deformation. The Balapur Fault exposure provides a rare opportunity for in-situ structural and geomorphological training, while the jointed Panjal Volcanics and associated uplift driven by Himalayan orogeny have developed prominent geomorphic features such as the Panzkoot and Aharbal waterfalls—both of which are ideal for combined geoscientific education and public outreach. These findings underscore the importance of the region as a natural laboratory for understanding orogenic processes, paleoenvironments, and landscape dynamics. Of particular scientific significance is the Permo-Triassic boundary section at Guryul Ravine, which offers an uninterrupted 3-meter stratigraphic record of the end-Permian mass extinction—substantially exceeding the thickness of the globally recognized Meishan section in China. This site holds outstanding potential for nomination as an international geopark due to its stratigraphic completeness and relevance to global biotic and climatic transitions. Collectively, the proposed geosites underscore the Kashmir region's capacity to serve as a strategic geoscientific and geotourism hub. The study provides a novel, interdisciplinary foundation for advancing geoheritage conservation and promoting scientifically-informed, sustainable tourism in tectonically and culturally dynamic mountain environments.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2025-05-22", "volume": "17", "issue": "2", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "85", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-025-01117-1", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-025-01117-1", "accessDate": "2025-06-25T14:19:40Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Cultural geomorphology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Economic Geology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geoheritage", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geomorphology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism potential", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Historical Geography", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Historical Geology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Kashmir region", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "NW Himalaya", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Structural Geology", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2025-06-25T14:19:40Z", "dateModified": "2025-06-25T14:19:40Z" } }, { "key": "BFQ5HKD8", "version": 4287, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/BFQ5HKD8", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/BFQ5HKD8", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Manaouch et al.", "parsedDate": "2025-02-14", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "BFQ5HKD8", "version": 4287, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Enhancing Geotourism in Southeastern Morocco through Machine Learning-Based Geomorphosite Identification", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Mohamed", "lastName": "Manaouch" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Lahbib", "lastName": "Naimi" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Mbarek", "lastName": "Haynou" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Mohamed", "lastName": "Aghad" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Mohamed", "lastName": "Sadiki" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Quoc Bao", "lastName": "Pham" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Abdeslam", "lastName": "Jakimi" } ], "abstractNote": "Mapping optimal areas for finding geomorphosites in large areas is a complex task influenced by various factors. To address this challenge, the present study assesses the effectiveness of three widely used machine learning classifiers in identifying and mapping potential areas for geomorphosite, a crucial factor for attracting and enhancing geotourism in Ziz, southeast Morocco. Initially, a comprehensive inventory of 120 geomorphosites was conducted in the study area. At each site, precise measurements of three topographical parameters were taken. Following this, three machine learning algorithms, namely Random Forest, Multi-Layer Perceptron, and M5 Prime, were utilized to create predictive models. Regarding the model performance, the Multi-Layer Perceptron model achieved the highest performance with an area under the curve of 0.91, followed by the M5 Prime model with 0.77. These models identified highly favorable areas, which accounted for approximately 60% and 42% of the study area according to Multi-Layer Perceptron and M5 Prime, respectively. These areas were predominantly located in the western region, characterized by mountainous terrain with relatively shorter slope lengths and altitudes ranging between 2500 m and 3500 m. This research serves as a valuable roadmap for decision-makers, offering guidance on how to improve the likelihood of discovering geomorphosites while minimizing costs and reducing the time required for exploration.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2025-02-14", "volume": "17", "issue": "1", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "34", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-025-01076-7", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-025-01076-7", "accessDate": "2025-03-13T13:33:30Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Geodiversity", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geomorphosites", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Machine learning", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "SE Morocco", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Ziz", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": { "owl:sameAs": "http://zotero.org/groups/5156/items/KCCKHVPN" }, "dateAdded": "2025-03-13T13:34:00Z", "dateModified": "2025-03-13T13:34:00Z" } }, { "key": "L5LSHDDJ", "version": 4281, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/L5LSHDDJ", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/L5LSHDDJ", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Marre", "parsedDate": "2024-05-17", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "L5LSHDDJ", "version": 4281, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Les géomorphosites du Parc Naturel régional de la Montagne de Reims (Marne - France).", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Alain", "lastName": "Marre" } ], "abstractNote": "La géomorphologie a la capacité d’apporter des réponses aux demandes sociales. Dans cet article on essaye de montrer comment la crise sanitaire due à la Covid 19 que connait la France va très probablement changer les modes de vie des gens en recentrant leurs activités de travail et de loisirs vers des espaces plus proches de chez eux. Les parcs naturels régionaux connaitront ainsi une attractivité accrue. Il est donc indispensable de préparer cet avenir. A travers l’exemple du Parc Naturel Régional de la Montagne de Reims, on réalise une étude des géomorphosites, objets patrimoniaux naturels. C’est en utilisant la méthode de l’analyse intégrée du relief et de la sélection des géomorphosites qu’il a été possible d’établir une typologie de géomorphosites. En s’appuyant sur les deux composantes géomorphologiques principales que sont les conditions structurales et les conditions géomorphoclimatiques auxquelles sont ajoutées les actions anthropiques, on montre l’opposition des parties orientale et occidentale du territoire du PNR et la déclinaison de plusieurs sous types de géomorphosites caractéristiques des paysages de cette région. Cette démarche de géomorphologie appliquée peut contribuer à la mise en valeur et à la conservation d’un espace naturel.", "publicationTitle": "Géomorphologie : relief, processus, environnement", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2024/05/17", "volume": "", "issue": "", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "", "DOI": "", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://journals.openedition.org/geomorphologie/18206", "accessDate": "2024-05-22T15:37:29Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1266-5304", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "fr", "libraryCatalog": "journals.openedition.org", "callNumber": "", "rights": "All rights reserved", "extra": "Publisher: Groupe français de géomorphologie", "tags": [ { "tag": "Champagne", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Géomorphosites", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Parc Naturel Régional de la Montagne de Reims", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "géomorphologie appliquée", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-05-22T15:37:29Z", "dateModified": "2024-05-22T15:37:29Z" } }, { "key": "M8CGQWKL", "version": 4278, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/M8CGQWKL", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/M8CGQWKL", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Quinif et al.", "parsedDate": "2024-01-03", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "M8CGQWKL", "version": 4278, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Les géosites karstiques, fondements du Geopark Famenne-Ardenne", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Yves", "lastName": "Quinif" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Serge", "lastName": "Delaby" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Christian", "lastName": "Frebutte" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Vincent", "lastName": "Hallet" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Alain", "lastName": "Petit" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Georges", "lastName": "Thys" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Michel", "lastName": "Vankeerberghen" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Simon", "lastName": "Vankeerberghen" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Sophie", "lastName": "Verheyden" } ], "abstractNote": "Le territoire wallon est très riche en sites naturels qui attirent de plus en plus de touristes. Cette ressource économique a une contrepartie : une pression de plus en plus forte sur le géopatrimoine, avec son cortège de pollutions possibles. Cela a motivé l'engagement dans une démarche de labellisation \"Géoparcs mondiaux UNESCO\", couronnée de succès en 2018 sous l'appellation \"UNESCO Global Geopark Famenne-Ardenne\". Dans cette perspective, les responsables politiques ont assuré l'essentiel du financement, tandis que les professionnels du tourisme ont joué le rôle de transmission des objectifs du Geopark auprès des acteurs de terrain.Ce Géopark doit son label avant tout à ses sites karstiques. Un enfoncement de rivières épigénétiques dans un relief appalachien où les crêtes calcaires alternent avec des dépressions schisteuses, a abouti à la structuration de systèmes karstiques recoupant des méandres de ces rivières. Sur les plateaux, des ruisseaux issus de terrains imperméables s'enfoncent sous terre au passage sur les calcaires où leur confluence forme des rivières souterraines débouchant au creux des vallées épigénétiques. Ces paysages de surface et souterrains ont fait l'objet de beaucoup d'études scientifiques couvrant toutes les spécificités de ce karst.Le travail autour du concept de géoparc a mis en évidence, parfois de façon claire, parfois de façon sous-jacente, la difficulté de concilier tourisme, activité économique et respect de l'environnement. L'accent a donc été mis sur une collaboration étroite avec les acteurs du tourisme, les responsables politiques et des entreprises, ce qui se traduit dans la composition du conseil d'administration du Geopark, afin que les actions entreprises concilient les impératifs économiques de la région et ceux de la protection et de la valorisation de l'environnement. Le concept de Géoparc, tel que promu désormais par l'UNESCO, ne comprend pas seulement les richesses géologiques, géomorphologiques et biologiques. Il s'inscrit dans les objectifs planétaires du développement durable, concernant tant des régions en marge des foyers d'activité économique que des régions peuplées et prospères. Entreprises, gîtes et commerçants sont invités à devenir partenaires du geopark, en signant la charte UNESCO qui assure du respect de l'environnement et d'une conduite commerciale responsable.Dans ce contexte, les actions entreprises dans le cadre du Geopark Famenne-Ardenne sont conduites en tenant compte des spécificités du territoire, notamment de sa nature karstique. (1) Les recherches scientifiques sur les sites karstiques du Geopark sont non seulement continuées, mais aussi amplifiées grâce aux accords avec des institutions scientifiques. (2) Le résultat de ces recherches est communiqué au grand public, sous forme vulgarisée, mais sans en dénaturer le message. (3) Une attention permanente est portée à la protection de l'environnement. Dans cette optique, des réunions régulières sont tenues avec les acteurs politiques, touristiques et économiques qui agissent dans le Geopark. (4) Des actions d'éducation sont menées auprès des écoliers et étudiants (exposés, travaux pratiques et excursions). (5) Des, sites particulièrement intéressants et originaux (grottes, reliefs, bâtiments historiques, etc.) sont présentés sur le site internet du Geopark. Sur le terrain, ils sont en cours d'équipement didactique (panneaux, QR codes). (6) Des géobalades pour chaque commune du Geopark sont proposées sur le site internet et bientôt sous la forme de fascicules en vente dans les Maisons du Tourisme et les Syndicats d'Initiative. Elles promeuvent des paysages caractéristiques et mettent l'accent sur des objets géologiques, géomorphologiques et historiques particuliers.Le succès de la labellisation est aussi le résultat de la participation, aux côtés des scientifiques, d'acteurs du tourisme et de représentants politiques au niveau municipal, provincial et régional, sans lesquels ce projet n'aurait pu trouver d'aboutissement heureux. Les responsables politiques ont assuré l'essentiel du financement du Geopark Famenne-Ardenne. Les acteurs du tourisme ont joué le rôle de transmission des objectifs du Geopark auprès des acteurs de terrain.", "publicationTitle": "Physio-Géo. Géographie physique et environnement", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2024/01/03", "volume": "", "issue": "Volume 20", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "35-59", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "", "DOI": "10.4000/physio-geo.16564", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://journals.openedition.org/physio-geo/16564", "accessDate": "2024-04-04T09:08:57Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1958-573X", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "fr", "libraryCatalog": "journals.openedition.org", "callNumber": "", "rights": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/", "extra": "Number: Volume 20\nPublisher: Martin, Claude", "tags": [ { "tag": "Famenne-Ardenne", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Géoparc mondial UNESCO", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "phénomènes karstiques", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-04-04T09:08:57Z", "dateModified": "2024-04-04T09:08:57Z" } }, { "key": "J8K63IXQ", "version": 4272, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/J8K63IXQ", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/J8K63IXQ", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Wu et al.", "parsedDate": "2024-02-05", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "J8K63IXQ", "version": 4272, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Karst Geoheritage of the Red Stone Forest in the Xiangxi UNESCO Global Geopark: Chromogenic Factors, Microgeomorphology and Dissolution Behaviour", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Liangjun", "lastName": "Wu" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Yuanhai", "lastName": "Zhang" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Pujun", "lastName": "Wang" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Bei", "lastName": "Li" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Qingzi", "lastName": "Ye" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Wenhong", "lastName": "Peng" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Haixian", "lastName": "Jiang" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Junhui", "lastName": "Jiang" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Haoxing", "lastName": "Wei" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Fayuan", "lastName": "Li" } ], "abstractNote": "The Ordovician red karst forest is a core geoheritage site in the Xiangxi UNESCO Global Geopark and is of world-class value. However, the chromogenic factors and microgeomorphology of it have not been systematically studied, and the dissolution rate of the rocks remains unclear. The geopark contains the Sanbaidong profile, which completely traverses the bedrock of the red stone forest. We collected 355 samples from the strata within the profile for high-density geochemical analysis and found that the red stone forest contains more than one chromogenic factor. The TFe2O3 content in the lower boundary of red carbonate rocks increases significantly, controlling the occurrence of red beds. The proportion of Fe3+ controls the degree of red colouration. The proportions of Fe2+ and Cu2+ control the appearance of the greyish-green layer, and Mn2+ may control the darkness of the rocks. According to the study on the coupling between elements, TFe2O3 and Cu2+ are mainly supplied from continental sources, and Mn2+ is restricted by both marine and continental factors. The elemental distribution in layers obviously controls the concave and convex microgeomorphology. The clearest reason for this phenomenon is the CaO-SiO2 proportions in adjacent layers, which are independent of the absolute values. According to an ideal model and comparisons with the Dalongdong area in Xiangxi and the Shilin UNESCO Global Geopark, it is calculated that the dissolution of the red stone forest may occur at a rate of 130.63 mg/a. The dissolution difference between the concave and convex surfaces is 1.3978 mg/a. This means that the compositional difference between the concave and convex surfaces may lead to an annual quality difference of approximately 1.07% between the layers. After tens of thousands of years, the microgeomorphology finally formed.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2024-02-05", "volume": "16", "issue": "1", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "18", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-024-00917-1", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-024-00917-1", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:14:58Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "Karst Geoheritage of the Red Stone Forest in the Xiangxi UNESCO Global Geopark", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Karst landform", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Red carbonate", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Sedimentary geochemistry", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Stone forest", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ" ], "relations": { "dc:replaces": "http://zotero.org/groups/4428/items/G6W6I2GX" }, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:14:58Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:54:13Z" } }, { "key": "72DTQSEL", "version": 4272, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/72DTQSEL", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/72DTQSEL", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Zakharovskyi et al.", "parsedDate": "2024-02-06", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "72DTQSEL", "version": 4272, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Geosite Recognition Based on Qualitative-Quantitative Assessment in the Light of Core Geological Features of a Mio-Pliocene Volcanic Arc Setting of the Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Vladyslav", "lastName": "Zakharovskyi" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Károly", "lastName": "Németh" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Ilmars", "lastName": "Gravis" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Chris", "lastName": "Twemlow" } ], "abstractNote": "The far north part of Coromandel Peninsula can be considered a good place for geoeducation and geotourism, which is justified by the remnants of Miocene-Pleistocene volcanic integration with marine environment. These processes in collaboration with old Jurassic and quaternary sediments create a diverse geological and geomorphological constructions forming the abiotic environment of areas surrounding Port Jackson and Fletcher Bay. These two locations have been chosen as two main campsites of the north Coromandel Peninsula, which are maintained by the Department of Conservation (DOC) of Coromandel Peninsula. Hence, the campsites should be considered as main places for camping for the trips of different purposes. They provide an access costal way and/or trails leading to the main geologically important locations presenting some knowable features like Pinnacles and Sugar Loaf spread through the region. To highlight these locations of interests, “geosites,” we developed qualitative-quantitative assessment of geodiversity for geosite recognition based on 8-m DEM and 1:1250,000 scale geological map and QGIS (3.28 “Firenze”) software. The methodology utilizing 8-point evaluation system applied for geological formations of the studied region and its multiplication with morphological slope degree. The result of assessment has been expanded and justified with geological, cultural, and geomorphological database acquired from literature review and direct field trips of the studied areas. The conclusion demonstrates the main geological knowledge of recognized geosites together with description of drawbacks and possible obstacles for tourism and education in the region of the northern Coromandel Peninsula.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2024-02-06", "volume": "16", "issue": "1", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "19", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-024-00933-1", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-024-00933-1", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:15:08Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Coromandel Peninsula", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "GIS modeling", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geodiversity", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geoeducation", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geosite", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "QQG assessment", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ" ], "relations": { "dc:replaces": "http://zotero.org/groups/4428/items/DSIEQ5LI" }, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:15:08Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:54:10Z" } }, { "key": "YATDIBJG", "version": 4272, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/YATDIBJG", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/YATDIBJG", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Aliyev et al.", "parsedDate": "2024-02-10", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "YATDIBJG", "version": 4272, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Mud Volcanoes of Azerbaijan: The Unique Natural Objects of the Geoheritage", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Adil", "lastName": "Aliyev" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Dadash", "lastName": "Huseynov" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Orkhan", "lastName": "Abbasov" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Tofig", "lastName": "Rashidov" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Ilkin", "lastName": "Kangarli" } ], "abstractNote": "In spite of wide distribution, the phenomenon of mud volcanism is fragmentarily studied by geoscientists, saying nothing about the role of the mud volcanoes as the geopark components or the independent geoheritage objects. In Azerbaijan (the eastern part) and the adjacent water area of the South Caspian basin, the mud volcanism has its most development in comparison with the rest parts of world. The mentioned area is considered as the host for over 350 mud volcanoes onshore and offshore, differing in type, morphology, dimensions, eruption activity and intensity of fluids’ emitting and even possible risks for the environment. Here, the mud volcanoes, being the unique and noticeable units of the local landscape, claim the attention of not only the geoscientists but also the domestic and foreign tourists. Consequently, it represents a good enough potential for promoting the future geotourism development of the region not only as the geopark component, but also as independent geoheritage units. The study characterizes the provinces of mud volcanoes distribution, their specific features, definitions and classification. Seven remarkable mud volcanoes from various provinces in Azerbaijan had been selected in the present paper. They are described not only as geological objects but also as the landscape units, scenic attraction and local landmarks. The detailed description as well as the images of the volcanoes can give the comprehensive view about the target of research. The study concludes that following the example of the described mud volcanoes, these geological edifices have the good enough potential to gain the status of geoheritage.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2024-02-10", "volume": "16", "issue": "1", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "20", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-024-00931-3", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-024-00931-3", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:15:15Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "Mud Volcanoes of Azerbaijan", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Azerbaijan", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geoheritage", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Mud volcano", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Natural monuments", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ" ], "relations": { "dc:replaces": "http://zotero.org/groups/4428/items/3TIBBAZ3" }, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:15:15Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:54:04Z" } }, { "key": "B84AHUVA", "version": 4275, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/B84AHUVA", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/B84AHUVA", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Mir et al.", "parsedDate": "2023-07-27", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "B84AHUVA", "version": 4275, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Characteristics of Geosites for Promotion and Development of Geotourism in Ladakh, India", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Akhtar Rasool", "lastName": "Mir" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Farooq Ahmad", "lastName": "Dar" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Malik Zubair", "lastName": "Ahmad" } ], "abstractNote": "Geotourism is a form of sustainable and alternate tourism that attracts people to sites and destinations of geological significance. In addition, it deals with the heritage, diversity, and conservation of such places through appreciation and learning. India and particularly, the Ladakh region possess a rich number of sites of physiographic, geological, and cultural importance. The region is famous for varied rock types, tectonic structures, minerals, and geological history ranging from the Achaean (3.5 billion years BP) to the Recent (10,000 years BP). Geotourism plays a vital role in exposing and connecting an area of geological importance to the rest of the world. In the present work, some geological sites of the Leh district of Ladakh India, which are significant to understanding the formation of the subcontinent, the evolution of the mighty Himalayan mountain range, the fate of the Tethys Ocean, and past tectonic and climatic conditions of the region, have been described. These sites include U-shaped valleys of Umla, Taru, and Phyang, the oldest Indus valley moraines stretching along the left side of the Leh-Kargil highway near Pathar Sahib-Taru-Phyang area, syn- and post plutonic dykes Taru-Phyang, paleolake deposits of Spituk and Lamayuru, post-collision Indus molasse deposits near Hemis, pre-collision flysch deposits of Lamayuru, hot springs of Puga, Chumathang, and Panamik, zebra stripe pattern Leucocratic granites of Chumathang, Nidar Ophiolite suite, and Hunder sand dunes. These geological places are either less exposed to the outside world or under threat and demand promotion and preservation as heritage sites in Ladakh to educate the present and future generations.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-07-27", "volume": "15", "issue": "3", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "105", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00866-1", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00866-1", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:31:25Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Geosites", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Hot springs", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Ladakh", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Tethys Ocean", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:31:25Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:31:25Z" } }, { "key": "FUZNFKXA", "version": 4275, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/FUZNFKXA", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/FUZNFKXA", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Wakass et al.", "parsedDate": "2023-08-05", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "FUZNFKXA", "version": 4275, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Geosites of High Atlas of Marrakech (Morocco): Geological Characterization, Accessibility, and Potential Interests for Sustainable Tourism", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Salma", "lastName": "Wakass" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Abdelkrim", "lastName": "Ezaidi" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Mohammed", "lastName": "El Youssi" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Ismail", "lastName": "Mansouri" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Hamid", "lastName": "Achiban" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Soukaina", "lastName": "Chellik" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "M’hammed", "lastName": "El Azzouzi" } ], "abstractNote": "Geosites constitute a significant natural resource for ecological use and sustainable development in Morocco, and thus, their geological characterization and accessibility are of crucial importance. In this study, we investigated the geological structures, historical status, and accessibility of four potential geosites in the High Atlas of Morocco. Field visits, starting from the city of Marrakech to the top of Toubkal Mountain, were used to determine the nature and date of geological structures, while GIS tools were used to delimit the study geosites and their accessibility. Obtained results showed that studied geosites disposed of a variety of natural landscapes, geological structures, and accessibility. Paleozoic and Triassic geostructures infiltrated by a fault-dominated Tahannaout and crossed by the Ghighaya river. In Moulay Brahim, basalt sections of the finished-Triassic age, surmounted by deposits of the Lias dominated the southeast, while sandstone-silty bars of the Middle Jurassic to Lower Cretaceous age in the northeast. Reverse faults with N90 direction, the Mesozoic series, and the Paleozoic massif of Jbel Khelout added more good looks. Imlil known for its diversity of landscapes counting the national park of Toubkal, RAMSAR Lake of Ifni, and the endangered stands of thuriferous juniper, was dominated by Cretaceous structures in reversed series, overlapped by Precambrian sections thanks to the fault of the Aït Lachen. These geosites are linked by well-developed roads and disposed of hotel infrastructures, which make them very attractive for tourism of the mountains. However, more studies are needed to clarify more features of these geosites, to promote sustainable tourism.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-08-05", "volume": "15", "issue": "3", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "107", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00872-3", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00872-3", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:31:08Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "Geosites of High Atlas of Marrakech (Morocco)", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Accessibility", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geological structures", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geosites", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "High Atlas", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Morocco", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:31:08Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:31:08Z" } }, { "key": "36NYCWWT", "version": 4275, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/36NYCWWT", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/36NYCWWT", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Chaskar et al.", "parsedDate": "2023-09-14", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "36NYCWWT", "version": 4275, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Jurassic Geoheritage and Geotourism Potential in the Spiti Valley of India: a Thing of the Past, Shielded for the Future", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Ketan", "lastName": "Chaskar" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Suraj", "lastName": "Bhosale" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "D. K.", "lastName": "Pandey" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "J. M.", "lastName": "Patel" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Gaurav D.", "lastName": "Chauhan" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "M. G.", "lastName": "Thakkar" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Subhash", "lastName": "Bhandari" } ], "abstractNote": "The Tethyan sediments in the Spiti Valley deposited along the northern margin of Indian craton are rich in fossils and hold a key value in the stratigraphy of the Indian Himalaya and could become a vital geoheritage site. Such geological sites need to be preserved, making them available for our future generation geoscientists. The present study aims to document, analyze, and assess geologically frail sites, keeping in mind the existing and impending anthropological responses to such sites. The study also endorses the idea of sustainably managing the geologically important “geosites” as “Geoparks” and “Fossil parks” in the Spiti Valley and equally promoting social inclusion by appointing local community members as the guardians of these sites, thus generating an alternate revenue system through geotourism.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-09-14", "volume": "15", "issue": "4", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "108", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00875-0", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00875-0", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:30:43Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "Jurassic Geoheritage and Geotourism Potential in the Spiti Valley of India", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Geoheritage", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geoparks", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Indian Himalaya", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Jurassic", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Spiti Valley", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:30:44Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:30:44Z" } }, { "key": "WM338MSL", "version": 4275, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/WM338MSL", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/WM338MSL", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Santos et al.", "parsedDate": "2023-10-04", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "WM338MSL", "version": 4275, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Quantification of Geodiversity Services in the São Francisco River Basin, Brazil (Minas Gerais portion), and Their Importance for the Management of Water Resources", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Matheus Duarte", "lastName": "Santos" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Úrsula", "lastName": "de Azevedo Ruchkys" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Eric Oliveira", "lastName": "Pereira" } ], "abstractNote": "The São Francisco River basin (SFRB) is the largest hydrographic basin located exclusively in Brazil. It covers an area of 636,920 km2, encompassing seven states. From its source, in the Serra da Canastra National Park in the state of Minas Gerais, the river flows for about 2700 km to its mouth, on the border of the states of Sergipe and Alagoas. It passes through regions rich in natural and cultural resources that are considered strategic for its development. Its management has been a challenge for the different agencies involved in the environmental sector. Thus, the objective of this study is to quantitatively map the geodiversity services, in addition to showing areas of density of these services, in the São Francisco River basin in Minas Gerais using planning units denominated Hydrographic Circumscriptions (CHs), proposed by the Instituto Mineiro de Gestão das Águas (Minas Gerais Institute for Water Management) (IGAM) as reference. The methods employed were quantification and spatialization of geodiversity services by CHs and comparison between them. The results indicate that the integrated assessment of geodiversity services proved to be satisfactory, enabling the identification of the most prominent services in each CH, in addition to making it possible to innovatively support the management of water resources in Brazil.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-10-04", "volume": "15", "issue": "4", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "111", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00874-1", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00874-1", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:30:17Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Geodiversity services", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Management of water resources", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Spatial analysis", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "São Francisco River basin", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "HBKPMAG2" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:30:17Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:30:17Z" } }, { "key": "VNNP4F99", "version": 4275, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/VNNP4F99", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/VNNP4F99", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Maurya et al.", "parsedDate": "2023-10-06", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "VNNP4F99", "version": 4275, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Geoheritage and Geotourism Sites from the Narmada-Son Fault (NSF) Zone, Narmada River, and Mahi River in Central Mainland Gujarat, Western India", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Deepak M.", "lastName": "Maurya" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Swarali", "lastName": "Vasaikar" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Laxman S.", "lastName": "Chamyal" } ], "abstractNote": "A wealth of geological data is now available from the Mainland Gujarat, Kachchh, and Saurashtra in Gujarat state that highlight major geological events including the breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea and subsequent tectonic and sedimentary evolution of the western continental margin of India. The present article showcases six important geological sites from the Narmada-Son Fault (NSF) zone, the Lower Narmada Valley, and the Lower Mahi Valley in central Mainland Gujarat from geoheritage and geotourism point of view. Three geosites are included from the NSF zone that comprise textbook examples of a fault controlled landscape and tectonically active fault zone. One of these geosites contains a layer of Youngest Toba Tuff (YTT) ash layer midway in the exposed river cliff section that represents the largest volcanic eruption during Quaternary time, which occurred at ~74 ka in Indonesia. Two geosites from the Lower Narmada Valley are described that comprise one of the world’s largest Late Pleistocene alluvial fan deposits and alluvial plain sediments with large-scale sedimentary bedforms indicating large size of the paleo-Narmada River compared to the present one. The geosite in Lower Mahi Valley comprises sediments representing the climatic changes during the last full glacial cycle, vertically stacked in one river section. All the described geosites are close to and accessible from the world’s tallest statue, the “Statue of Unity”, which attracts millions of tourists. The geosites may be integrated with this tourist place and other sacred pilgrimage places along Narmada River to make geotourism sustainable.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-10-06", "volume": "15", "issue": "4", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "113", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00880-3", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00880-3", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:29:53Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Geoheritage", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Gujarat", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Mahi River", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Narmada River", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Narmada-Son Fault (NSF)", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Western India", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:29:53Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:29:53Z" } }, { "key": "HUHY885L", "version": 4275, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/HUHY885L", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/HUHY885L", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Sen et al.", "parsedDate": "2023-10-06", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "HUHY885L", "version": 4275, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Jabal Al-Qarah, Saudi Arabia—from a Local Tourist Spot and Cultural World Heritage to a Geoheritage Site of Possible Global Relevance", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Subhajit", "lastName": "Sen" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Piotr", "lastName": "Migoń" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Ali", "lastName": "Almusabeh" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Mohamed Omar", "lastName": "Abouelresh" } ], "abstractNote": "Jabal Al-Qarah in the eastern part of Saudi Arabia is a flat-topped residual hill (mesa) built of calcareous sandstones, mudstones, and marls of Miocene age. It is located within the World Heritage property of Al-Ahsa Oasis, but geoheritage values were not considered in the nomination and remained overlooked. The locality is famous for its systems of maze caves developed along deep fractures by mainly mechanical erosion and wall/roof collapses. They illustrate the origin of non-karstic caves through the action of underground flows, redirected from the surface via sinkholes and open cracks. Hillsides of Jabal Al-Qarah show evidence of various types of mass movements, including spectacular collapses of harder overlying strata after denudation of weaker strata beneath caused loss of vertical support. Thus, the mesa may become a key locality to understand slope development in layered successions and the role of subsurface flows in the global context. The site also has considerable potential to develop geotourism, as an added value to the already recognized cultural assets of the oasis and scenic qualities.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-10-06", "volume": "15", "issue": "4", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "114", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00879-w", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00879-w", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:29:26Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Escarpments", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Mass movements", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Non-karstic caves", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Sedimentary tablelands", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:29:26Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:29:26Z" } }, { "key": "G84FKSDE", "version": 4275, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/G84FKSDE", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/G84FKSDE", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Neto and Henriques", "parsedDate": "2023-10-16", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "G84FKSDE", "version": 4275, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Geoheritage of the Príncipe UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve (West Africa): Selected Geosites", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "K.", "lastName": "Neto" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "M. H.", "lastName": "Henriques" } ], "abstractNote": "Considered by many to be one of the last hidden treasures, the Príncipe Island, off the coast of west-central Africa, is part of the twin-island state of São Tomé and Príncipe—the second smallest country in Africa. The islands are known as the “Galápagos of Africa” due to the high number of endemic plant and animal species, especially vascular plants, mollusks, insects, birds, reptiles, and bats. They are a melting pot of influences from different cultures and have a unique and authentic character in terms of language, culture, gastronomy, traditions, and geology. The Príncipe Island is 30.4 My old, being the oldest volcanic island of the Cameroon Volcanic Line located at the Gulf of Guinea (West Africa). It has an area of 142 km2 and a population of only about 8420 people. Rainforest covers the island’s basaltic peaks and slopes, cascading down to spectacular deserted beaches. In 2012, the Príncipe Island was declared UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. However, there is a great lack of knowledge about its geodiversity and geological heritage. The aim of this work is to describe the geoheritage of the Príncipe Island based on seven selected geosites that represent the major geological characteristics of the island by interconnecting each episode of its formation with the observable products in outcropping. The resulting narrative makes it possible to support educational activities and geotourism initiatives that are fundamental to the promotion of sustainable development in this tiny African country. By integrating the geodiversity dimension to the biodiversity dimension, this research intends to display a holistic vision of the natural heritage of the Príncipe Island and to contribute to assist United Nation’s goals regarding Small Island Developing States.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-10-16", "volume": "15", "issue": "4", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "118", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00887-w", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00887-w", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:28:45Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "Geoheritage of the Príncipe UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve (West Africa)", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Cameroon Volcanic Line", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geoconservation", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geological heritage", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Príncipe Island", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:28:45Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:28:45Z" } }, { "key": "XPMAZH4D", "version": 4274, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/XPMAZH4D", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/XPMAZH4D", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Alberico et al.", "parsedDate": "2023-10-19", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "XPMAZH4D", "version": 4274, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Mapping Geodiversity at a National Scale: the Case Study of Italy", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "I.", "lastName": "Alberico" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "A.", "lastName": "Casaburi" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "F.", "lastName": "Matano" } ], "abstractNote": "In order to assess the geodiversity of the Italian Peninsula, which covers approximately 300.000 km2, a semi-quantitative method based on the use of grids recording several indicators and indices was developed. The variety of geological, geomorphological, and pedological elements, characterizing the Italian territory, has been assessed with a two-step procedure. Firstly, the variety algorithm has been applied using grid cells with variable size, related to the spatial resolution of the input data, then the resulting variety values were averaged with a fixed cell size functional to the extent of the study area and the output scale of the geodiversity map. This procedure made it possible to preserve the spatial resolution of the input data (Digital Terrain Model, lithological and soil maps) providing as output a geodiversity map that faithfully reproduces the features of the Italian territory. In case of discrete data (rivers, lakes, glaciers, etc.), a procedure that assigns to each cell the maximum area or length values out of all its elements has been implemented. It made possible to preserve the hydrological elements that shape the landscape (e.g., the longest rivers, largest lakes, etc.) and represent important freshwater resource. An overview of the geographical distribution of geodiversity classes over the whole Italian territory has been elaborated. The resulting geodiversity map is a valuable tool for environmental planning, in particular for the identification of areas to be preserved, for the proper management of geo-resources and natural services.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-10-19", "volume": "15", "issue": "4", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "121", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00889-8", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00889-8", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:27:48Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "Mapping Geodiversity at a National Scale", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Cell size", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geodiversity", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Index", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Indicator", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Spatial analysis", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Territorial management", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "UN94AR8C" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:27:48Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:27:48Z" } }, { "key": "DC8WPDZ2", "version": 4274, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/DC8WPDZ2", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/DC8WPDZ2", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "de Araujo and Lobo", "parsedDate": "2023-11-02", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "DC8WPDZ2", "version": 4274, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "A Strategic Framework for Analysis and Implementation of Good Practices for the Sustainability of Show Caves", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Hugo Rodrigues", "lastName": "de Araujo" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Heros Augusto Santos", "lastName": "Lobo" } ], "abstractNote": "Show caves provide contemplation and satisfaction to visitors immersed in a unique environment. Additionally, cave tourism contributes to the protection of the speleological heritage and may contribute to improving the quality of life of local communities. However, public and private managers face challenges to their development regarding the environmental fragility and the socioeconomic complexity of the local communities and tourism sector. In the face of this, this study proposed investigating different theoretical and practical aspects linked to the show cave management in Brazil and Portugal. The analysis of these cases allows for a comparison of several theories applied to tourism with the reality identified in the show caves, allowing both the understanding of the current status and the projection of tourism sustainability in caves through already developed practices. The conclusions point to the possibility of broadening the sustainability of show caves once the results allow the application of solutions for problems faced by management entities in the environmental, social and economic spheres. In addition, the results fill a knowledge gap, opening new opportunities for the discussion on sustainable management of show caves.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-11-02", "volume": "15", "issue": "4", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "125", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00894-x", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00894-x", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:27:09Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Nature tourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Show caves", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Sustainable tourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Tourism in caves", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Underground tourism", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ", "J57HTTJ9" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:27:09Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:27:09Z" } }, { "key": "IIQYKKKN", "version": 4274, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/IIQYKKKN", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/IIQYKKKN", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Sanna et al.", "parsedDate": "2023-11-03", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "IIQYKKKN", "version": 4274, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Underground Geodiversity of Italian Show Caves: an Overview", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Laura", "lastName": "Sanna" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Veronica", "lastName": "Chiarini" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Jo", "lastName": "De Waele" } ], "abstractNote": "About a fifth of the Italian territory is characterised by the presence of soluble rocks, consisting mainly of limestone and dolostone but also of marble and evaporite rocks (gypsum). More than 50,000 natural caves are currently known in this country, a number that is constantly increasing thanks to speleological exploration. Less than 1% of these caves are equipped for visits, and only 64 can be defined as real show (tourist) caves. In the latter, it is necessary to buy an entrance ticket, visits take place only accompanied by a guide, and the underground trail is equipped with paths, walkways and, generally, lighting systems. The Italian show caves expose a great geodiversity and biodiversity, often accompanied by a considerable historical and/or archaeological interest. The underground geodiversity of Italian show caves is related to the variety of lithologies characterising this territory and to the geomorphological and geodynamic processes that have been active during different geological periods. Important scientific research has taken place in many of these caves, and several of these fragile environments are monitored continuously to verify their environmental conditions.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-11-03", "volume": "15", "issue": "4", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "126", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00876-z", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00876-z", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:26:45Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "Underground Geodiversity of Italian Show Caves", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Commercial caves", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geomorphology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Karst", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Scientific research", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Tourism", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:26:45Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:26:45Z" } }, { "key": "NT3R5J92", "version": 4274, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/NT3R5J92", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/NT3R5J92", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Molokáč et al.", "parsedDate": "2023-11-06", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "NT3R5J92", "version": 4274, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Evaluation of Geosites from the Perspective of Geopark Management: the Example of Proposed Zemplín Geopark", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Mário", "lastName": "Molokáč" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Zdenka", "lastName": "Babicová" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Patrik", "lastName": "Pachinger" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Enikő", "lastName": "Kornecká" } ], "abstractNote": "Recently, geotourism has enriched the range of tourism products with its relatively new attraction—geoparks. In addition to high-quality management, geoparks must also offer excellent geological attractions (geosites). Several scientific works dealt with the geoheritage management and geosite evaluation procedure. The paper evaluates geosites from the geopark management point of view while considering the needs of such geoparks. Using newly created methodology, we have selected the limiting criteria that indicate the usability of geosites in the geopark. The management and the methodology above were tested at the proposed Zemplín geopark. The results indicate the importance of such an evaluation throughout all the phases of the geopark creation process.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-11-06", "volume": "15", "issue": "4", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "129", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00883-0", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00883-0", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:26:24Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "Evaluation of Geosites from the Perspective of Geopark Management", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Geological heritage", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geopark", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geosite", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geotourism", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Zemplín Mts.", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:26:24Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:26:24Z" } }, { "key": "64EBXLJ7", "version": 4274, "library": { "type": "group", "id": 4428, "name": "Eau et GEOpatrimoine-IGD", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "links": { "self": { "href": "https://api.zotero.org/groups/4428/items/64EBXLJ7", "type": "application/json" }, "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/groups/eau_et_geopatrimoine-igd/items/64EBXLJ7", "type": "text/html" } }, "meta": { "createdByUser": { "id": 1221415, "username": "CedocIGD", "name": "Centre de documentation (UNIL-IGD, CH)", "links": { "alternate": { "href": "https://www.zotero.org/cedocigd", "type": "text/html" } } }, "creatorSummary": "Chlachula and Mychko", "parsedDate": "2023-11-14", "numChildren": 0 }, "data": { "key": "64EBXLJ7", "version": 4274, "itemType": "journalArticle", "title": "Geoheritage of the Kaliningrad Region, SE Baltic Coast", "creators": [ { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Jiri", "lastName": "Chlachula" }, { "creatorType": "author", "firstName": "Eduard V.", "lastName": "Mychko" } ], "abstractNote": "The Kaliningrad Region is physiographically a mosaic and travel-attractive part of the SE Baltic coast. The Sambia Peninsula, the geomorphically most interesting, E-W-oriented extension of the mainland, has been shaped by past dynamic processes, starting with the Precambrian tectonics, the Palaeozoic and Mesozoic sea transitions, the Last Ice Age glaciations, the post-glacial riverine network formation, and the present shoreline erosion. The complex geological and palaeogeographical history generated a broad variety of geo-forms and landscapes, relicts of which are seen from the sea coast to the mainland. Rich fossils sealed in ancient, well-stratified formations of specific lithologies, with the famous Palaeogene amber beds, provide witness of past natural settings with flourishing life forms. The great geo-diversity of the peninsula underscores its scientific value as well as national and international tourism significance, adding to the historical architectural sites of this area. Some of these geomorphologically and geologically valuable places are increasingly threatened, besides anthropogenic factors, by storm surges, gravity flows and aeolian activity, causing progressing erosion along undercut cliffs, slumping and degradation of sand dune fields, among other geo-hazards. Survey, mapping and publicity of unique geo-sites are a proviso for their registration in natural heritage programmes with the implementation of appropriate geo-environmental protection strategies in balance with land-use management. This paper outlines the scientific, educational and touristic potential of the national geoheritage in the frame of the Baltic Sea coast geo-conservation initiatives.", "publicationTitle": "Geoheritage", "publisher": "", "place": "", "date": "2023-11-14", "volume": "15", "issue": "4", "section": "", "partNumber": "", "partTitle": "", "pages": "132", "series": "", "seriesTitle": "", "seriesText": "", "journalAbbreviation": "Geoheritage", "DOI": "10.1007/s12371-023-00899-6", "citationKey": "", "url": "https://doi.org/10.1007/s12371-023-00899-6", "accessDate": "2024-02-28T08:26:06Z", "PMID": "", "PMCID": "", "ISSN": "1867-2485", "archive": "", "archiveLocation": "", "shortTitle": "", "language": "en", "libraryCatalog": "Springer Link", "callNumber": "", "rights": "", "extra": "", "tags": [ { "tag": "Fossils", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geo-conservation", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geo-diversity", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Geology", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Glacial", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Kaliningrad region", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "SE Baltic", "type": 1 }, { "tag": "Sambia peninsula", "type": 1 } ], "collections": [ "FNSSQIQZ" ], "relations": {}, "dateAdded": "2024-02-28T08:26:06Z", "dateModified": "2024-02-28T08:26:06Z" } } ]