{"id":2598,"date":"2023-11-07T06:37:24","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T06:37:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/holidaysabah.com\/?p=2598"},"modified":"2023-11-07T06:37:51","modified_gmt":"2023-11-07T06:37:51","slug":"kinabalu-unesco-global-geopark-unveils-in-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/holidaysabah.com\/?p=2598","title":{"rendered":"Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark unveils in London"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" data-id=\"2599\" src=\"https:\/\/holidaysabah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-20231107-WA0033-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/holidaysabah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-20231107-WA0033-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/holidaysabah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-20231107-WA0033-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/holidaysabah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-20231107-WA0033.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sabah unveiled the Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark at the World Travel Market 2023 in London. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s the third location globally to achieve the prestigious triple crown status, after China and Korea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The geopark covers 4,750 square kilometers across three districts-Ranau, Kota Belud and Kota Marudu preserving unique culture and heritage of rural communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" data-id=\"2600\" src=\"https:\/\/holidaysabah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-20231107-WA0034-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/holidaysabah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-20231107-WA0034-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/holidaysabah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-20231107-WA0034-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/holidaysabah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-20231107-WA0034.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Key Highlights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Geological Marvels: Kinabalu Park features ancient rock formations, caves, and intriguing landscapes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biodiversity: The geopark hosts diverse flora and fauna, some endemic to the region, attracting nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultural Richness: Indigenous communities with vibrant cultures coexist harmoniously, offering visitors a chance to engage and learn about their way of life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sustainable Tourism: The geopark embodies sustainable tourism practices, ensuring its enjoyment and education for future generations.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, a bird guidebook titled &#8220;A Naturalist&#8217;s Guide to Borneo&#8217;s Birds (4th edition)&#8221; was launched, providing insights into 280 bird species and bird-watching spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sabah unveiled the Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark at the World Travel Market 2023 in London. 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