🇫🇷 540 million years of Earth’s history, written into the landscape. This #GeodiversityDay#, travel to Terres d'Hérault @UNESCO Global Geopark, where red rocks, volcanic remains, vineyards and historic villages reveal how geology has shaped both the land and local life. Through #UNESCOGeoparks#, UNESCO helps protect this heritage, share scientific knowledge and support more sustainable futures. Discover where the history of the Earth meets living culture:

What lies beneath our feet tells the story of our planet. 🌍 Geodiversity shapes our landscapes, supports ecosystems and helps us understand how the Earth has changed over time. Yet its importance often goes unnoticed. This #GeodiversityDay#, discover how #UNESCOGeoparks# help conserve our geological heritage while supporting sustainable development.

Today marks the first-ever International Day of Caves and Karst! Did you know that over a billion people live on karst? These landscapes, where rain vanishes into the rock and resurfaces kilometres away, supply drinking water to much of the world. 🇵🇹 See what they look like in Portugal's Algarvensis @UNESCO Global Geopark: #UNESCOGeoparks#