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Satun Geopark Thung Wa, Thung Wa, Satun. It is a geological park that has been declared by UNESCO as a geothermal utopia. Is an area with outstanding geology Including the value of archeology, ecology and culture, in which the area is divided into 4 levels as follows:

 

1. Local Geopark

2. Provincial Geopark

3. National Geopark

4. Global Geopark

 

Which UNESCO will assess every 4 years and will have more intense inspections, respectively If any of the world's geoscience park is impaired in management Will be removed from membership and must leave for 2 years before being able to apply again.

 

Satun Geopark Located in the southern region of Thailand, covering 4 districts of Satun province which are Manang, La-ngu, Thung Wa and Mueang district. Which is outstanding in its geography and nature due to its limestone mountains, beautiful islands and beaches Until the occurrence of various tourism activities such as diving, rafting, caving and touching local cultural life.

 

In addition, 500 million years ago fossils have been identified to indicate geological fertility. Therefore is an area rich in civilization of old life.

 

Satun Geopark Has been declared a national geoscience park in 2016. It is also the world's 36th geoscience park and a 5th place in the ASEAN region. Inside, there are many tourist attractions, including:

 

1. Marine tourist sites such as Ko Lipe, Mu Ko Adang, Prasat Hin Phanom, Mu Ko Dong and Pak Bara Beach. Surrounded by abundant coral reefs. Suitable for diving to explore the underwater world.

 

2. Ecotourism And adventurous activities such as Lestegodon caves, Than Plew Falls and Wang Sai Thong rafting.

 

3. Tourist attractions for learning such as the Satun Geological Park Museum, Thung Wa Ancient Elephant Museum Including the way of life tourism To learn about Satun culture and traditions.