• Proceedings of the Speleological Society Conference
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• 1996.09a
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• pp.88-88
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• 1996

제주도는 화산섬이므로 각종 화산지형이 잘 발달되어 있는 곳이다. 그 중에서도 세계적인 화산동굴이 80여개가 발달되어 있는데, 빌레못 동굴은 단일 용암굴로서는 세계 제일이며, 만장굴은 용암굴의 규모와 각종 지형지물이 세계적으로 잘 알려져 있다.(중략)

• Proceedings of the Speleological Society Conference
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• 1997.10a
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• pp.95-97
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• 1997

제주도는 한반도 남방 해상에 해당하는 $120^{\circ}$ 16'~$126^{\circ}$ 57'에 위치하는 화산섬이다. 이 섬의 동북지방에 있는 만장굴은 북제주군 구좌읍 동금녕리에 위치하며 오늘날 화산동굴로는 세게 제5위에 해당하는 8,924m의 화산동굴(용암굴)이다. 실지로 이 만장굴을 중심으로 산위로 또는 산밑해안가로 뻗고 있는 같은 화산 활동시기에 같은 용암류가 형성시킨 많은 동굴들(김녕사굴, 밭굴, 전굴 그밖에 개우샛굴, 덕천굴 등)을 포괄시킨 만장굴 동굴시스템(동굴계)로 따지면 실로 세계 제일가는 협재동글시스템(11,749m) 다음가는 세계 제2의 화산동굴시스템(13,268m)으로 현재까지 국제적인 인정을 받고 있는 동굴군이다.(중략)

• Journal of the Speleological Society of Korea
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• no.51
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• pp.15-18
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• 1997

제주도는 한반도 남방 해상에 해당하는 120$^{\circ}$ 16'~126$^{\circ}$ 57'에 위치하는 화산섬이다. 이 섬의 동북지방에 있는 만장굴은 북제주군 구좌읍 동금녕리에 위치하며 오늘날 화산동굴로는 세계 제5위에 해당하는 8,924m의 화산동굴(용암굴)이다. 실지로 이 만장굴을 중심으로 산위로 또는 산밑해안가로 뻗고 있는 같은 화산 활동시기에 같은 용암류가 형성시킨 많은 동굴들(김녕사굴, 밭굴, 전굴 그밖에 개우샛굴, 덕천굴 등)을 포괄시킨 만장굴 동굴시스템(동굴계)로 따지면 실로 세계 제일가는 협재동굴시스템(11,749m) 다음가는 세계 제2의 화산동굴시스템(13,268m)으로 현재까지 국제적인 인정을 받고 있는 동굴군이다.(중략)

• Journal of the Korean association of regional geographers
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• v.15 no.2
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• pp.215-225
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• 2009

This research aims to analyze the meanings that the inscription of 'jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes' onto UNESCO World Natural Heritage and the promotion of Geomunoreum International Trekking Fair has given to ecotourism in Jeju. The inscription of Jeju World Natural Heritage and its extension into Geomunoreum International Trekking Fair generated important meanings in Jeju ecotourism in terms of promotion subjects and direction of the natural heritage use. First, this research holds that the local government became a crucial role on ecotourism development, along with small-sized-voluntary group tourists. Second, the research reflects the change of Jeju ecotourism characteristics from simple landscape-oriented tourism to theme tourism such as Geo-tourism. Finally it was found out that community residents were encouraged to participate in regional engagement, while I suggest for some concrete ways to induce their participation for community-based development.

• Journal of the Speleological Society of Korea
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• no.87
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• pp.1-7
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• 2008

Jeju-do is an oval-shape volcanic island spanning 73km east to west and 31km north to south. The 1,950meter high, Mt. Halla is the centerpiece of unique landscape of Jeju Island, Sloping gently downward toward the coastline. The most of lava tree-molds are appeared at the below of 300m on Mt. Halla. There are many lava tree-molds in Weullim-ri, Hallim-eup. Vertical tree-molds, recumbent tree-molds are distributed widely in Hallim-eup area. By the observation of shape and structure, lava tree-molds can be classified into, recumbent tree-molds and capture tree-molds, fragmental tree-molds, compounded tree-molds, vertical tree-molds.

• Korean Journal of Heritage: History & Science
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• v.46 no.2
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• pp.114-135
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• 2013

Among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the proportion of natural heritage to cultural heritage is relatively small. In 2007, the "Jeju Volcanic Island and Larva Tubes" was the first one that was designated as an UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site in Korea. The growing Korean geological heritage condition and conservation case studies on management of the geological heritage were examined in this study. Furthermore, the purpose of this study is to show future driving strategy for conservation and improvement plan on our geological heritage. Natural Monuments as a state-designated natural property and Geoparks as a new application system for geological heritage are important to conserve our geological heritage. Public engagement through establishment of visitor centers is definitely needed to improve education and promotion. The study includes field investigation for the "Wadden Sea", an World Natural Heritage Site for a mud flat, interviews with staffs and experts who are responsible for investigating and managing the site. Three factors can likely be attributed to its successful management and conservation policy for the "Wadden Sea". First of all, there is an operation for integrated management system and joint secretariat for research and monitoring. Next, researchers invigorate the visitor centers for promotion and education on geological heritage. Finally, experts and staffs implement various research topics and projects based on a long-range plan. The study was carried out to evaluate the present condition of our geological heritage and to make a proposal as a policy to improve value and conserve them. In conclusion, this study provided future discussion that may help researchers to make a decision on long-term policies for the geological subject of Korean natural heritage.

• Korean Journal of Heritage: History & Science
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• v.44 no.1
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• pp.106-121
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• 2011

The number of World Natural Heritage Sites is smaller than that of World Cultural Heritage Sites. As of 2010, the total number of natural sites was 180, which is less than 1/3 of all cultural sites. The reason why the number of natural sites is smaller can be attributed to the evaluating criteria of OUV(outstanding universal value). Only 9 fossil related sites were designated as World Heritage Sites among 180 Natural Sites. This study compares their OUVs including the academic value and characteristics of the 9 World Heritage Sites to provide data and reference for KCDC(Korean Cretaceous Dinosaur Coast) to apply as a World Natural Heritage Site. This study was carried out to obtain information and data on the Wadi Al-Hitan of Egypt which was designated as a World Natural Heritage Site. The study includes field investigation for whale fossils, interviews of site paleontologists and staff, and inspections of facilities. Three factors can likely be attributed to its successful management and operating system. First, there is a system for comprehensive research and a monitoring plan. Secondly, experts have been recruited and hired and professional training for staff members has been done properly. Finally, the Wadi Al-Hitan has developed local resources with specialized techniques for conservation and construction design, which matched well with whale fossils and the environment at the site. The Wadi Al-Hitan put a master plan into practice and achieved goals for action plans. To designate a future World Natural Heritage Site in Korea, it is important to be recognized by international experts including IUCN specialists as the best in one's field with OUV. Full-time regular-status employees for a research position are necessary from the preparation stage for the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Local government and related organizations must do their best to control monitoring plans and to improve academic value after the UNESCO World Heritage Site designation. As we experienced during the designation process of Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes as the first Korean World Natural Heritage Site, participation by various scholars and specialists need to be in harmony with active endeavors from local governments and NGOs.