🔷 The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has announced this year’s theme as “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation.” A theme that highlights how the future of this industry lies in the synergy between innovation and sustainability. 🔹 The 2025 World Tourism Day theme is both a wise and thought-provoking choice. “Transformation” usually implies change and [...]
🔴 Infographic of the 1978 Tabas Earthquake 🔷 September 16, 1978; the night when Tabas turned into ruins in the blink of an eye. A devastating earthquake claimed the lives of more than 15,000 of our fellow citizens and left a deep scar on the heart of Iran. ◼️ This day is a reminder of [...]
✅ Esfahk Mudbrick Arch; Recreating Indigenous Knowledge in Sustainable Architecture 🔶️ In the historical texture geosite of Esfahk, one of the largest mudbrick arches has been constructed, with a span of 9 m and a height of 7.5 m. The design and structural calculations were carried out by the Esfahk Mud Research Center team, and [...]
🔷 The 11th UNESCO Global Geoparks Conference, with the participation of prominent scientific and executive figures as well as official representatives from more than 40 member countries of this global network, concluded in Chile after five days of sessions. 🔹 This biennial event was hosted this year by the Kutralkura UNESCO Global Geopark in the [...]
Dear Dr. Alireza Amri Kazemi It is with great honor and delight that I extend my heartfelt congratulations on your well-deserved election as one of the 15 members of the Executive Board of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network, during the 5th Ordinary General Assembly held in Chile. This remarkable achievement is a clear testament to [...]
️ The 31th August in Iran is named for one of the most beautiful animals in the world, namely the Iranian cheetah. National Day for the Protection of the Iranian Cheetah, an animal that is in danger of extinction and its protection, is very important. ️ The Iranian cheetah (Asiatic cheetah) is the third known Asian [...]
✅ Notice of closure... 🔶️ Respectfully, while condoling the days of mourning for the Muslims of the world, all the geosites, information centers and the museum of the Tabas UNESCO Global Geopark on Thursday, Friday and Saturday (21 - 24 August 2025), coincide with the death of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), the martyrdom of Imam [...]
✅ Tabas, desert gem with indigenous peoples heritage. 🔸On the occasion of International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, we are talking about the people who have lived in the heart of the desert, with the harsh and beautiful nature of Tabas, for a long time. 🔸The culture, customs, and native architecture of Tabas are [...]
🔷 Every year, July 28 (6th of Mordad in the Iranian calendar) is celebrated as World Nature Conservation Day. This occasion recognizes a healthy environment as the foundation for a productive and sustainable society. 🔹 In fact, all of us must actively participate in the protection, preservation, and sustainable management of natural resources to ensure [...]
🔷 According to the Public Relations Office of Tabas UNESCO Global Geopark, a cleanup event was held at the Golshan Garden geosite with the participation of local officials to mark International Plastic Bag Free Day. 🔹 The Tabas UNESCO Global Geopark organized this event to raise public awareness about the harmful effects of plastic waste [...]
