O endereço abaixo não existe na globo.com From dinosaur fossils in Brazil to the soaring monasteries of Meteora these 18 new geological sites highlight a particular region's natural Travellers interested in deep dives into geology, culture and sustainability have several new destinations to place on their bucket lists. Unesco just announced the designation of 18 new Global Geoparks bringing the total to 213 sites representing 48 countries around the world From crystal-clear karst lakes to an archipelago formed during the last ice age these parks are more than just sites with unique geological features; they also serve to highlight a particular region's natural "Unesco Global Geoparks represent landscapes where internationally significant geological heritage intertwines with human history and supports rich biodiversity," explains António Abreu director of the Division of Ecological and Earth Sciences at Unesco "Each new geopark tells a unique story Here are five of the newest geoparks on Unesco's list: Known as the "Land of the Giants" because of the rich palaeontological heritage found here, this new geopark includes the south-east Brazilian city of Uberaba It contains impressive geological formations including the Serra da Galga and Serra Geral mountain ranges which were formed by basalt flows and tell the story of ancient volcanic eruptions There are also more than 10,000 fossils of dinosaurs and other prehistoric lifeforms here and a 19th-Century farming tradition – using a unique cattle breed that produces lower CO2 emissions – contributes to the area's ecological preservation this mountainous region allows hikers to immerse themselves in the local ecosystem The second formations can be found in the stunning blue waters of the nearby Red and Blue Lakes at Imotski Set at the bottom of Europe's deepest karst lake crater Red Lake is named for the reddish colour of the iron oxide-tinted cliffs that surround it while Blue Lake is named for its incredibly blue waters fed by snowmelt from the surrounding mountains while Blue Lake is readily accessible to visitors interested in swimming and other aquatic activities Red Lake is harder to reach due to its location at the bottom of a 500m-deep cavern There are also man-made sites to explore, including several medieval tombstones and the modern-day glass skywalk in Ravna Vlaška – an area of the park with vistas over nearby towns Meteora Pyli bills itself as "a journey through space as many of its sites seem to seamlessly blend nature and culture serve as perches for Byzantine-era monasteries built between 1200 and 1600 CE Although this famed site had already received Unesco World Heritage status in 1988 the new geopark designation includes nearby geological wonders such as the Tafoni formations of Kalambaka known for their honeycomb-like erosion patterns and the varied biosphere of the Pindos Mountains "The visitor can feel a unique experience in our region," said Eleftherios Avramopoulos "Especially due to the unique routes to the sacred rocks of Meteora and the villages hidden in the rich fauna of the Pindos Mountains." Considered the centre of China's Hakka culture, the city of Longyan in Fujian Province is known for its distinctive roundhouse-style buildings and compact cobblestone streets The Hakka people who live in this area still hold onto unique traditions in which locals perform a dance in a large dragon formation a local carnival featuring woodblock printing and the wearing of traditional clothing In addition to the cultural and architectural history the geopark also extends to the natural forest which surrounds the city The new designation will help to protect the many endemic plant and animal species found here including the Chinese yew tree and the South China tiger known as the "Mother Mountain of the Fujian Province" The South Fyn Archipelago is an example of what's called a "drowned" ice age landscape created by the dramatic rise in global water levels more than 10,000 years ago Sometimes called "The Garden of Denmark" for its long history as an agricultural site it encompasses around 55 islands and islets nestled in some of the best sailing waters in the world Visitors can island hop across the archipelago by sailboat or go diving to experience the endangered marine ecosystem On land there are plenty of opportunities for hiking exploring and supporting the network of small local farms by sampling local produce "Unesco only designates geoparks to the list after very careful consideration and evaluation of all perspectives," said Elsebeth Gerner Nielsen chair of the Danish Unesco National Commission "When the South Fyn Archipelago makes it through the eye of the needle it means that the area can enlighten us about both the past and the future It gives hope and is a fantastic example to follow." 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Suscribe x MercoPress, en Español Montevideo, May 5th 2025 - 12:17 UTC and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has granted the Terra dos Gigantes (Land of the Giants) geopark in Uberaba in the Triângulo Mineiro region of Minas Gerais State the status of “geopark,” Agencia Brasil reported the South American country now has six archaeological sites of global significance Geoparks are geographical areas with geological heritage of international significance The management of these territories is focused on preserving their natural bringing the total to 213 across 48 countries The Brazilian geopark's UNESCO recognition was based on studies conducted by the Geological Service of Brazil (SGB) that started in 2012 The Uberaba Geopark spans 4,523.957 square kilometers encompassing the entire municipality of Minas Gerais and clutches of dinosaurs from the Upper Cretaceous period estimated to be between 80 million and 66 million years old A standout discovery is the bones of the Uberabatitan Ribeiroi the largest dinosaur ever found in Brazil—one of the last titanosaurs (from the Latin “titanic lizard”) on the planet measuring 27 meters long and 14 meters high The SGB has reported the discovery of fossils of large carnivorous theropods in the area including the Abelissaurus (Abelisaurus comahuensis) have been found and are displayed at the Peirópolis Dinosaur Museum one of the creators of the SGB Geoparks Project and co-author of the study supporting the geopark's application explains the significance of this geopark and its geoscientific relevance The area is renowned for its dinosaur fossils and other significant species It features geosites of paleontological interest that are open to visitors and require geoconservation as they have been the sites of fossil discoveries and hold the potential for new findings “A good part of the Earth's history is represented in Brazil,” he added The Terra dos Gigantes geopark comprises six geosites (Ponte Alta and Vale Encantado) as well as two non-geological sites (the Dinosaur Museum and the Lime Museum) Uberaba's archaeological sites have attracted paleontological research since the 1940s the SBG presented a study that formed the basis of the region's application for worldwide recognition by UNESCO researchers visited the area to enhance the geological inventory The Geological Heritage Map of the Uberaba Geopark was published in 2023 from the Federal University of the Triângulo Mineiro (UFTM) According to the Minas Gerais Secretariat of Culture and Tourism this recognition “places Uberaba and the state on a new tourist route Another point emphasized by the secretariat is that the UNESCO seal enhances the promotion of scientific research on geological heritage and fosters the appreciation of the area's cultural and historical significance The other Brazilian geoparks include Seridó in Rio Grande do Norte state The global geopark designation is valid for four years after which a revalidation process is needed Commenting for this story is now closed.If you have a Facebook account, become a fan and comment on our Facebook Page The dates displayed for an article provide information on when various publication milestones were reached at the journal that has published the article activities on preceding journals at which the article was previously under consideration are not shown (for instance submission All content on this site: Copyright © 2025 Elsevier B.V. The two companies will jointly work on preliminary economic assessment to extract rare earths Rainbow Rare Earths and Mosaic Company have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly assess the viability of rare earth elements (REEs) extraction from the latter’s project in Brazil An integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash Mosaic owns a phosphogypsum stack located in the Uberaba area of Minas Gerais the companies will collaborate to develop a process flowsheet to extract REEs from the Uberaba-based phosphogypsum stack Rainbow expects the stack to hold a similar grade and composition to that of its Phalaborwa project in South Africa The company noted that these two operations involve a hard-rock carbonatite phosphate deposit which is being mined and processed into a phosphate slurry and subsequently into phosphoric acid Rainbow CEO George Bennett said: “This agreement with Mosaic represents a major opportunity for Rainbow to apply the proprietary extraction technology developed in conjunction with K-Tech to become a multi-asset producer of rare earth elements from secondary sources Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis “The geographic diversification of our portfolio further de-risks Rainbow as one of the only rare earth development companies with multiple near-term production opportunities and aligns with our aim to be a forerunner in the establishment of an independent and ethical supply chain of the rare earth elements that are driving the green energy transition.” Rainbow and Mosaic will jointly work on the production of a preliminary economic assessment to extract rare earths Mosaic senior vice-president Corrine Ricard said: “We have made considerable strides over the years in advancing gypsum reuse – and this work is a natural extension of that As we execute our mission to help the world grow the food it needs the opportunity to further harness shared value out of the coproducts we produce benefits Mosaic and its stakeholders.” Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network The ad-free version is ready for purchase on iOS mobile app today we couldn't find that page";var n=e.querySelector("h2");return n&&n.remove(),{staticContent:e,title:t}},d=function(e){var t=document.createElement("button");return t.innerText=e,t.classList.add("error-page-button"),t},f=function(e){var t=document.createElement("div");t.id="recirculation-404",t.classList.add("brand-hint-bg");var n="\n \n \n \n \n \n '.concat(e,' Tick here if you would like us to send you the author’s response