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Journey Through Time

Beyond Langkawi’s spectacular landscapes, breathtaking beaches, captivating mangrove forests, and lush jungle vistas, lies a journey even more fascinating. Langkawi, known for its natural beauty, also a treasure trove of historical and cultural wonders that span centuries.

550 Million Years Old

Langkawi’s rock formations are estimated to be over 550 million years old, making them some of the oldest in Southeast Asia!

99 Islands

Langkawi is made up of 99 islands, each with its own unique charm, but only a few are inhabited, giving visitors a peaceful paradise to explore.

OUR OFFICIAL LANGKAWI UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK MASCOT!

MEET OBIT

He is name after trilobites, the ancient fossilized arthropods and among the earliest marine species, thriving in Earth’s oceans for nearly 300 million years before their extinction. These remarkable organisms flourished during the Paleozoic Era, particularly in the Cambrian Period—often referred to as the “Trilobite Age”—dating back over 541 to 485 million years.

Conservation

Langkawi Geopark, a UNESCO Global Geopark, is a remarkable site of geological, cultural, and ecological significance.

GEOLOGICAL HERITAGE

Where Earth’s Story Comes to Life through Geotourism, Rock Formations, and Ancient Trilobites.

BIODIVERSITY

A Rich Symphony of Flora, Fauna, and Marine Life captures the essence of the island’s vibrant ecosystems and thriving marine habitats coexist in harmony.

CULTURAL HERITAGE

Where Tradition Meets Time, A Geocommunity Rich in Culture and Heritage.

SUSTAINABLE INITIATIVE

Taste the Earth’s Bounty with Sustainable GeoFood from Land and Sea.

EDUCATION & AWARENESS

Inspiring Minds with GeoEducation and Awareness, Guided by the Geopark’s Story.

GETTING TO KNOW UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK

UNESCO Global Geoparks are single, unified geographical areas where sites and landscapes of international geological significance are managed with a holistic concept of protection, education, and sustainable development. Their bottom-up approach of combining conservation with sustainable development while involving local communities is becoming increasingly popular.

8th Regional Course on UNESCO Global Geoparks
📅 25 – 28 July 2025
📍 Pantai Tengah / Pantai Cenang, Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark (venue to be confirmed)

Theme: Geopark Networking and Visibility
🌍 Open to all: Geopark professionals, aspiring geopark teams, government agencies, researchers, educators, community leaders, tourism players & geotourism practitioners.

Join us in Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark for a dynamic and immersive regional course aimed at deepening your understanding of geopark development while strengthening connections across the Asia Pacific and beyond.

💼 What to expect:
✅ Expert-led lectures & high-level forums
✅ Field visits to iconic geosites in Langkawi
✅ Community-based tourism in a living geopark

📌 Limited slots available! Secure your spot now and be part of the regional geopark movement.

🔗 Register today: https://langkawigeopark.com.my/rgc/ 

📨 For enquiries, contact: geopark@lada.gov.my

#LangkawiGeopark #GeoparkCourse2025 #UNESCOGlobalGeoparks #Geotourism #GeoparkNetworking #MalaysiaGeopark #APGN

8th Regional Course on UNESCO Global Geoparks
📅 25 – 28 July 2025
📍 Pantai Tengah / Pantai Cenang, Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark (venue to be confirmed)

Theme: Geopark Networking and Visibility
🌍 Open to all: Geopark professionals, aspiring geopark teams, government agencies, researchers, educators, community leaders, tourism players & geotourism practitioners.

Join us in Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark for a dynamic and immersive regional course aimed at deepening your understanding of geopark development while strengthening connections across the Asia Pacific and beyond.

💼 What to expect:
✅ Expert-led lectures & high-level forums
✅ Field visits to iconic geosites in Langkawi
✅ Community-based tourism in a living geopark

📌 Limited slots available! Secure your spot now and be part of the regional geopark movement.

🔗 Register today: https://langkawigeopark.com.my/rgc/

📨 For enquiries, contact: [email protected]

#LangkawiGeopark #GeoparkCourse2025 #UNESCOGlobalGeoparks #Geotourism #GeoparkNetworking #MalaysiaGeopark #APGN
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