Pengertian GEOLOGI PARIWISATA

National Geographic (1997) defined the term geotourism as encompassing all aspects of travel- not just the environmenttourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place-its environment,heritage, aesthetics, culture, and well being of its residents- describes completely all aspects of sustainability in travel Dowling & Newsome :Geotourism is sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing the earths geological features in a way that fosters environmental and cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation, and is locally beneficial

Kajian dalam geologi pariwisata

According to (Dowling, 2008), geotourism comprises five important aspects (5C), easily remembered by their starting with the letter C. They are: 1. creating authentic geotourism products 2. conserving sites of geoheritage 3. communicating geological heritage 4. community building 5. cooperating with a range of stakeholders.

Definisi Geopark Geopark is an area with a geological heritage of significance, with a coherent and strong management structure and where a sustainable economic development strategy is in place

Geotourism activities in Geoparks include Creation of thematic geo-museums and interpretation centres,
Organization of temporary travelling exhibitions, Exchange of know-how and best practice on geotourism development, Creation of a geotourism data base describing tourism activities offered by the Geoparks (museums and info-centers, trails, events etc.), Organization of geotourism-activities in Geoparks i.e.: exploring the geological history of the Geopark, nature observation, bird watching, conservation of fossils, mountain biking, trekking, rafting, Organization of working holidays in Geoparks and volunteer activities, Organization of conferences with a thematic focus on landscape, heritage interpretation and tourism, Promotion of common geotourism packages and organization of events promoting alte rnative tourism in Geoparks, Exchange of knowhow on geosite assessment, conservation and interpretation (e.g. publication of books and visitors guides, creation of interpretation panels, production of multimedia presentations and DVDs) in order for visitors to explore the fascinating story preserved in the rocks and the landscape of the Geoparks.

Principles of Geotourism 1. Geologically Based 2. Sustainable 3. Geologically Informative 4. Locally Beneficial 5. Tourist Satisfaction

Global Geoparks Network (GGN)

Global Geoparks Network community gaining in weight and numbers. More and more countries are interested in the Geoparks idea and are planning Geopark projects. Although currently only 18 countries have established Network members (July 2009): Australia (1) Kanawinka Austria (1) Nature Park Eisenwurzen Brazil (1) Araripe Geopark PR China (20) Mount Lushan Geopark Geopark Wudalianchi Songshan Geopark Yuntaishan Geopark Danxiashan Geopark Shilin Geopark Zhangjiajie Geopark Huangshan Geopark Xingwen National Geopark Hexigten National Geopark Yandangshan National Geopark Taining National Geopark Fangshan Geopark Leiqiong Geopark

Funiushan Geopark Wangwushan-Daimeishan Geopark Jingpohu Geopark Taishan Geopark Longhushan Geopark Zigong Geopark Croatia (1) Papuk Geopark Czech Republic (1) Bohemian Paradise Geopark France (2) Reserve Geologique de Haute Provence Park Naturel Regional du Luberon Greece (2) Petrified Forest of Lesvos Psiloritis Natural Park Germany (6) Vulkaneifel European Geopark Nature park Terra Vita European Geopark Geopark Swabian Albs Geopark Harz Braunschweiger Land Ostfalen Mecklenburg Ice age Park European Geopark Bergstrasse-Odenwald Iran (1) Qeshm Island Italy (4) Madonie Natural Park Parco del Beigua

Parco Geominerario Sardegna Adamello-Brenta Geopark Rocca di Cerere Malaysia (1) Langkawi Geopark Norway (1) Gea-Norvegica Portugal (2) Naturtejo Geopark Arouca Geopark Republic of Ireland (1) Copper Coast Rumania (1) Hateg Country Dinosaur Geopark Spain (4) Maestrazgo Cultural Park Subeticas Geopark Sobrarbe Geopark Capo de Gata United Kingdom (7) Marble Arch Caves & Cuilcagh Mountain Park North Pennines AONB Geopark North West Highlands - Scotland Fforest Fawr Geopark - Wales Lochaber - Scotland English Riviera Geopark - England Geo Mon Geopark - Wales