During the official launch of the Northern Rwanda UNESCO Global Geopark Nomination Process in Musanze, stakeholders reaffirmed a shared commitment to advancing the journey toward Rwanda’s first Geopark, guided by a 6 month roadmap. @unescoEARTH@GlobalGeoparks@UNESCO@UnescoEast
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On Day 2 of the UNESCO Global Geopark nomination process launch, we explored the stunning Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo. Formed through volcanic forces and connected to the Rugezi Wetland, they stand as remarkable symbols of Rwanda’s natural and geological heritage @UNESCO
Day 2 Global Geopark nomination process launch took us to the spectacular Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo.Fed by the Rugezi Wetland and shaped by the forces of the East African Rift System and volcanic activity, these lakes reflete Rwanda's remarkable geological heritage
This initiative follows the #UNESCO National Consultation Workshop and the UNESCO Field Support Mission conducted from 27 September to 4 October 2025 by Prof.Asfawossen Asrat Kassaye, UNESCO Global Geoparks Expert. @visitrwanda_now@UnescoEast@UNESCO_rwanda@EnvironmentRw
Today Rwanda officially launched the Northern Rwanda Unesco Global Geopark nomination process, a transformative journey towards international recognition of one of the exceptional landscapes. This opens new opportunities for conservation, education, tourism, community development