Outstanding Heritage values of Volcanic caves and their significance for Tourism and Sustainable development in Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark

Abstract

Over the last 15 years, there have been many specialized, interdisciplinary, and multidisciplinary research projects in geology, biology, and archaeological culture for the volcanic caves in Krongno, since they were first discovered in 2007. The results of these works have recognized/established in the Krongno volcanic cave system a very rich and diverse complex of mixed heritage, including geological and non-geological heritages containing global outstanding value in both scientific and practical significance as well. They are invaluable resources for scientific study, education, and tourism development. The achievements of Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark depend on the unique valuable heritages recognized and presented in the geopark scientific dossier and the effectiveness of spreading the heritage values to the community and tourists for the conservation and development objectives during the development process of the Geopark. This article introduces the outstanding heritage values of the volcanic caves and the role of heritage interpretation in boosting sustainable tourism development in Dak Nong UGGp.