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http://dx.doi.org/10.5467/JKESS.2015.36.4.341

Exploring Geosites Considering Geological Characteristics of the Gochang-gun Area, Korea  

Cho, Kyu-Seong (Division of Science Education/Institution of Science Education/Institution of Fusion Science, Chonbuk National University)
Hong, Deok-Pyo (Division of Science Education/Institution of Science Education/Institution of Fusion Science, Chonbuk National University)
Park, Kyeong-Jin (KAIST Global Institute For Talented EDucation (GIFTED))
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Journal of the Korean earth science society / v.36, no.4, 2015 , pp. 341-350 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study is to explore geosites considering the geological characteristics in Gochang-gun and to investigate a possibility of being designated as the national geopark of Korea. In this study, the geosites within Gochang-gun are explored through literature search and field work. The results indicate that seven of the geosites in the Seonunsan area are relevant as potential national geopark, including Jinheunggul, Dosolam Maebulsang, Youngmungul, Nakjodae and Cheonmabong, Byungbawi, spherulitic rhyolite, and Dolmen site. In addition, there are other areas that have valus in terms of geological and educational aspect, including Hajeon mud flat and Myoungsasipri beach. The results of study imply that if various educational programs for the geotourism are properly developed, the Gochang-gun area has potential to be designated as the national geopark of Korea.
Keywords
Gochang-gun; geosite; national geopark of Korea; Seonunsan; Dolmen site; geotourism;
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