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Hantangang UNESCO Global Geopark

KR

Visit Hwajeogyeon Pool, where 13-metre granite formations rise above clear waters. This striking geological site was once used for sacred rain ceremonies, reflecting ancient cultural traditions.Explore the Jeongok Paleolithic Site, where well-preserved archaeological remains—including the renowned Acheulean hand axe—have been uncovered, thanks to the unique soil conditions.

Hantangang UNESCO Global Geopark in KR
Photo: Jjw · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
CategoryUNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK
LocationKR
DatasetUNESCO Global Geoparks
Listed/year2020
Oddness signal90/99
Data completeness95%
SignificanceGLOBAL GEOHERITAGE; 116,561 ha

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