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1 Region: Global Geoparks Network Applicant s Evaluation Document 14 Document A Applicants Identity 1. Name and Country of Applicant territory. Zhijindong cave National Geopark in Guizhou Province 2. Name of the Applicant s Management Body Administration for Zhijindong cave National Geopark, Bijie City, Guizhou Province Asia Country: Telephone: Fax: China gzzjd1980@163.com 3. Address of Applicant Management Body Guanzhai Township, Zhijin County, Bijie City, Guizhou Province, China, Size of Territory and Geographical Coordinates Size in km 2 Coordinates 5. Contact Person Management Body Director Geoscientist ~ N, ~ E He Zhengfang Wei Yuelong Specialist on Regional Development Statement of acceptance of European Geoparks Network Charter Requirements: The Management Body of the Applicant Territory read the GGN / EGN charter and accepts all of its provisions. Name Position Date Signature Name Position Date Signature 1

2 Category Weighting assessment Evaluators (%) Estimate I Geology and Landscape 1.1 Territory Geoconservation Natural and Cultural Heritage 75 0 II. Management Structure III Interpretation and Environmental Education IV Geotourism V Sustainable Regional Economic Development Application Overview 90 0 Total EVALUATORS VERIFICATION Name Position Date Signature Name Position Date Signature 2

3 TERRITORY Geosite list I. Geology and Landscape 1.1 Territory List of Geosites located within territory identified for use (Please provide a geosite list) Marks available Geosites or more 0 40 Geosites or more 0 0 Maximum Total Geodiversity How many geological periods are represented in your area? ( points each, maximum 0 points). 2.1 (Please provide a list) 0 80 How many clearly defined rock types are represented in your area? ( points each, maximum points). (Please provide a list) 0 0 How many distinct geological or geomorphological features are present within your area? (Please provide 2.3 a list) ( points each, maximum 0 points). 0 0 Maximum Total Public Interpretation of the Geopark s sites of interest 3.1 Number of sites with public Interpretation (trails, interpretation panels or leaflets) (Please provide a list) or more Geosites of Scientific Importance (Please provide a list) > 25 % Geosites used for Education (Please provide a list) > 25 % Geosites used for Geotourism (Please provide a list) > 25 % Non-Geological Sites used by the Geopark (intergraded in Geoparks Maximum Total Relationship to existing Geoparks (select one from the following options) 4.1 There is no comparison with any other existing Geopark within GGN There is another Geopark within GGN with comparable geology There is another Geopark within GGN with comparable geology or infrastructure in the same country. 0 There is another Geopark within GGN with comparable geology or infrastructure in the same country s 4.4 geographical Region (Clarification in time and distance) 50 Maximum Total Territory Subtotal Maximum points

4 II. Geology and Landscape 1.2 GEOLOGICAL CONSERVATION Marks available Evaluators' Estimate 1 Inventory and significance of Geosites can be found in your area (SELF AWARDED total cannot exceed 300). At least one geosite of international significance geology and geomorphology. (0 for each). (Give a list and justification) 1.2 At least five geosites of national significance (Give a list and justification) 0 0 At least geosites of educational interest and used by schools and universities. (Give a list and 1.3 justification) Do you have a geosites database for the Geopark? (Give a list and justification) 1.5 Do you have a geosites map for the Geopark? (Give a list and justification) Maximum Total Strategy and legislation to protect against damage of geological sites and features (one 2 answer only) 2.1 The entire territory has legal protection because of it s geological values Part of the area is protected by law for its geological interest. (please refer to which part and why) Prohibition of destroying and removing parts of the geological heritage. 150 Maximum Total How are the geosites protected against misuse and damage? 3.1 General announcement of regulations against misuse and damage for the entire Geopark area Announcement of regulations against misuse and damage at individual sites of the Geopark Use of observation posts, guarding and patrolling by wardens Provision for enforcement of regulations (no digging and collection) in website, flyers, etc Offering collecting of geological specimens under supervision at selected sites (clarification) 40 Maximum Total What measures are carried out to protect geosites and infrastructure against damage 4 and natural degradation? 4.1 Regular maintenance and cleaning. (Please give details. How often are they checked?) Conservation measures (Please give details) Protective measures (preparation, sealing to avoid natural degradation) (Please give details) Maximum Total Geoconservation Subtotal 4 Maximum points Evaluators' Estimate

5 IΙI. Geology and Landscape 1.3 Natural and Cultural Heritage Marks available Evaluators' Estimate 1 Natural Rank (SELF AWARDED total cannot exceed 300). 1.1 World Heritage Site (Natural or Mixed) (Please give a list and justification) 300 Other International Designation in part of the Geopark territory (MAB = 0, Ramsar wetland = 0, Other = 0) (Please give a list and justification) 1.3 National designation in part of the Geopark territory (Please give a list and justification) Regional designation in part of the Geopark territory (Please give a list and justification) Local designation in part of the Geopark territory (Please give a list and justification) 50 2 Cultural Rank (SELF AWARDED total cannot exceed 300). Maximum Total World Heritage Site in part of the Geopark territory (Cultural or Mixed) (Please give a list and justification) 2.2 Other International Designation in part of the Geopark territory (Please give a list and justification) National designation in part of the Geopark territory (Please give a list and justification) Regional designation in part of the Geopark territory (Please give a list and justification) Local designation in part of the Geopark territory (Please give a list and justification) Maximum Total Promotion and maintenance of Natural and Cultural Heritage 3.1 Interpretation (Please give details) Education programmes (Please give details) Communication (Please give details) 0 80 Promotion of the links between Geological Heritage sites and the existing Natural and cultural sites within the Geopark (Prove with examples) (Please give details) Maximum Total Natural and Cultural Heritage Subtotal Total Points Awarded For Section I: Geology and Landscape Maximum points Maximum points Evaluators' Estimate Evaluators' Estimate

6 IΙ. MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE Marks available Evaluators' Estimate 1 How is the Applicants management structure organised? 1.1 Does the Geopark has a clear and well defined boundary? (Please give details) Does the Geopark have well defined and effective management structure able to take and implement 1.2 decisions to enhance protection of Geological Heritage and promote sustainable regional development for the Geopark area? (Please give details) 1.3 Is the Geopark staff employed directly or indirectly by Geopark partners? (Please elaborate) 1.4 An independently administered budget (Please give details) Maximum Total Does a management or Master Plan exist? 2.1 Management or Master Plan exists (not older than years) (You should refer to the main components in accompanying documentation) 3 Master Plan Components - What components does it include? Earth Heritage (Geosite and Landscape). 3.2 Other Natural and Cultural Heritage 3.3 Links between Natural and Cultural Heritage 3.4 Tourism development (infrastructure and activities) 3.5 Education activities 3.6 Local development 3.7 Regional products (agrotourism) 3.8 Community links 3.9 Funding 3. Marketing strategy 3.11 Strength and Weakness Analysis of Management and administration 3.12 An audit of the geological and other resources 3.13 Do you have targets for the following goals? (Identify specific goals) Geology 5 5 Landscape protection 5 5 Tourism geotourism 5 5 Agriculture and forestry Analysis of local/regional development potentials Maximum Total Does your Application have a Marketing Strategy Maximum Total 0 Geopark should protect its geological heritage and create sustainable geotourism. What 5 has been done to fulfil this duty? 5.1 Definition of areas which will be the focus of tourism development Definition of areas where no tourism is allowed, (with focus on protection and research) Measures taken to regulate and reduce traffic (restricted access, central parking lots, traffic guiding 5.3 system, signposting etc.) Environmental friendly hiking path system 5.5 Clearly defined cycle or other trails such as bridleways or river trails. Maximum Total Are there any initiatives or working groups who discuss promotion of natural and 6 cultural heritage 6.1 Regular "Working Group" meetings on specific topics 6.2 Individual cooperation and contracts between Applicant, tourist organisations and other interest groups 6.3 Other regular activities, not described by the answers above. Maximum Total International awards (name and date of award) National awards (name and date of award) 7.3 Other (e.g. from industry) (name and date of award) Maximum Total Strategy exists (not older than years) (You should refer to the main components in accompanying documentation) Has your geopark area received any awards or other formal recognition for its activities in the fields of geodiversity, conservation or sustainable geo-tourism during the last five years? (SELF AWARDED total cannot exceed 0) Are competent geological and scientific experts available to promote further research work on a scientific basis? (SELF AWARDED total cannot exceed 150) At least one person with a degree in geosciences or other related discipline in the permanent staff (employed directly) (Add points for each geoscientist). 40

7 At least five people with a degree in geosciences or other related discipline on the staff of the Applicant 8.2 (employed by partner) 8.3 Do additional experts exist in the permanent staff (e.g. biologists) Regular and formal joint activity with at least one scientific institution (University, National Geological 8.4 Survey) 8.5 Regular consulting is maintained by: Persons with scientific background in geosciences Persons with experience in geosciences Amateurs available from local community How many different scientific disciplines are in the expert network < 5 > Does a marketing expert exist? If not who does the work? Does a press office exist? If not who does the work? Are staff members available to run field trips/guided walks? 5 5 Maximum Total Does your Applicant area have the following Infrastructure 9.1 Museum within the area of Application managed by yourself or a partner in your organization Information Centre within the area of Application Info-kiosks' or other 'local information points' within the area carry information about the Applicant and its aims and work Information panels within the area Geological Trails within the area of Applicant, which the Applicant has developed or been involved in developing 40 Maximum Total Total Points Awarded For Section II: Management Structure Maximum points Evaluators' Estimate

8 1 III. Information and Environmental Education Research, information and education scientific activity in Earth sciences within the territory Marks available 1.1 At least one scientific/academic institution working in the Applicant s area. 1.2 At least one student final report (mapping etc.) in the Applicant s area per year Evaluators' Estimate 1.3 At least one of PhD thesis on Applicant s area within the past three years At least five scientific or tourism focused academic papers from the work within the Applicant s area 1.4 during last 5 years Maximum Total Do you operate programs of environmental education in your Applicant area? 2.1 Does your permanent staff include specialists in environmental education, who undertake such work as their main role within your team Do you operate at least one formal education programme (please outline the nature of the programme(s) Do you contribute towards at least one formal education programme developed by other organisations. 2.3 (museums etc.) 2.4 Personal and individual program offered to children visiting the Applicant s area 2.5 Do you operate a special program for primary/elementary school classes? 2.6 Do you operate a special program for secondary/high school classes? 2.7 Do you operate a special program for university students? 2.8 Are there any university camps/education centres in the Applicant s area Maximum Total What kind of educational materials exist? (The SELF AWARDED total cannot exceed 3 1) 3.1 Have you developed new educational material for school classes? 3.2 Films, video, slideshow etc. 3.3 Interactive elements/ internet 3.4 Different special exhibitions changing on a regular basis 3.5 Special education equipment (puzzles, special constructions, etc) 3.6 Do you produce other material for children below 8 years? Maximum Total What kind of published information is available in your Applicant area? 4.1 Protection of geological heritage 4.2 Geology of the area Publication linking geology, nature and culture of the area 4.4 Environmentally friendly behaviour in the area Other aspects of natural history which can be found within the area Historical elements Maximum Total Geology provision for school groups. For example, organized visits etc. (The SELF AWARDED total cannot exceed 0) 5.1 Guided tours by Applicant s staff (explain and justify) Guided tours through a member organisation (explain and justify) Standard programs, regularly offered for all park visitors (explain and justify) 5.4 Limited group size (max. 30 persons per guide) (explain and justify) 5.5 Are alternatives available if tour impossible due to bad weather conditions? (explain and justify) 5.6 Do programs exist for different ages? (explain and justify) 5.7 Do special, scientific programs exist? (explain and justify) 5.8 Is teacher training offered in matters relating to the Applicant? (explain and justify) Maximum Total Education Guides Do you have at least one qualified expert in Geopark permanent staff providing guided visit that your 6.1 organization has a role in developing? (explain and justify) Do you have at least one qualified expert in partner organization providing guided visit that your 6.2 organization has a role in developing? (explain and justify) Personal guides in Geopark permanent staff(explain and justify) 6.4 Personal guides by partner organisation(explain and justify) Freelance guides whose training and / or program is supported by your organization (explain and justify) 6.6 Training courses for guides (explain and justify) Maximum Total

9 What kind of information do you provide to educational groups, which encourage them 7 to visit your area? 7.1 Letters to schools and universities 7.2 Brochure 7.3 Press announcements (Newspapers, Radio, TV) 7.4 Newspaper or newsletter Maximum Total Do you use the internet for school programmes? What kind of service do you provide? 8.1 Own website with general information about environmental education within the area 8.2 Those responsible for the education programme may be reached by Regular electronic newsletter 8.4 Up to date calendar of activities Maximum Total Total Points Awarded For Section III: Education Maximum points Evaluators' Estimate

10 IV. Geotourism Marks available Evaluators' Estimate 1 What kind of promotional material of the area takes place? 1.1 Printed material (e.g. leaflets, magazines) Popular literature for public (e.g. books, guide books) CD or video material Other promotional material or merchandise Maximum Total In how many languages is the marketing material produced? (The SELF AWARDED total 2 cannot exceed 80) 2.1 English 2.2 French 2.3 Spanish 2.4 Russian 2.5 Chinese 2.6 Arabic 2.7 Add points for each other language. (explain and justify) 2.8 Multi-languages in one publication Maximum Total Do information centres or exhibitions concerning the area exist in the Applicant s area? 3 (SELF AWARDED total cannot exceed 0) At least one information centre centre, managed directly by the Geopark or one of the partner members 3.1 of your organization Existing 'info points' or similar facilities throughout the area managed by directly by the Geopark or one of 3.2 the partner members of your organization 3.3 Information centre meeting and starting point for excursions Is the Information centre accessible for wheelchair users and does it cater for individuals with other 3.4 disabilities? 3.5 Personal and individual information offered to visitors about possible activities in the area. 3.6 Centre open to the public at least 6 days a week, all year round weather permitting Maximum Total How is information and interpretation about the area presented in info centres, 4 information points etc? 4.1 Static display material 4.2 Films, video, slideshow etc. 4.3 Interactive displays 4.4 Different special exhibitions changing on a regular basis Maximum Total Public Access and facilities(self AWARDED total cannot exceed 0) 5.1 Is it possible to reach the geopark area by public transport 5.2 Do you provide your own tourist transport 5.3 Is public transport integrated with walking, cycling trails 5.4 Do you have car park facilities connected to the trails which you have developed 5.5 Are there toilets available in the parking areas Maximum Total Are visitors informed about public transport in the area and encouraged to use it before they come? Promotional material about the area (leaflets, brochures, internet) contains information about public 6.1 transport Websites of the Applicant and/or local tourism organizations are linked to web-based timetables and 6.2 transport information held by others. 6.3 Special offers for tourists using public transport, bicycle or other forms of sustainable transport Maximum Total 0 What kind of guided tours have been developed by your management body or your 7 partners? 7.1 Groups with special interests in geology and geomorphology 7.2 Tours take place regularly during the season 7.3 Tours for a broad audience 7.4 Do you offer tours for disabled visitors 7.5 Alternatives available if tour impossible due to bad weather conditions 7.6 Flexible registration system (day to day basis) for participants or no registration necessary Maximum Total What else do you use to inform visitors about your area 8.1 Easy to read interpretation panels in entrance areas or at Tourist locations There is at least one promoted trail dealing with geological subjects, developed by your team, alongside 8.2 any developed by partners. Maximum Total

11 9 How are information or activities of different organisations co-ordinated 9.1 Joint information or promotional material Maximum Total 0 Do you use the internet and what kind of service do you provide?.1 Own website with general information about the area Links to other websites of tourist board, communities, local government, which provide a broad range of.2 information on the Applicants area..3 Geopark management may be reached by Regular electronic newsletter.5 Facility to order publications on-line.6 Up to date calendar of activities Guidance for visitors on potential excursions Maximum Total What kind of infrastructure is available for activities such as horse riding, canoeing and 11 cycling? (SELF AWARDED total cannot exceed 0) 11.1 Network of footpaths which include the main touristic and scientific points of interest 11.2 Uniform/standard signposting of paths 11.3 Regular checks of infrastructure and immediate repair guaranteed 11.4 Special maps and information sheets for hikers, cyclists, etc. At least one path concerning a special subject (mining, archaeology, architecture not previously counted 11.5 in your score under another heading 11.6 Guided cycling, walking, etc. tours, provided or actively supported by a member organization Such tours include several days all inclusive offer (hotel, half or full board) for hiking and cycling tours 11.7 provided or actively supported by a member organization Such tours include several days all inclusive package with luggage transport provided or actively 11.8 supported by a member organization There is a network of hiking/biking friendly hotels/pensions, defined by a catalogue of criteria who work in 11.9 partnership with your organisation. Maximum Total How do you communicate the goals of Geotourism, especially with those responsible for tourism Direct personal meetings or through their involvement in your organization A regular award scheme to promote good practice The selection and nomination of official partners/mentors/sponsors Maximum Total 0 13 Do you have the following sustainable (e.g. non car based) trails? 13.1 Geo-trails 13.2 Cultural trails 13.3 Forest trails 13.4 Other trails 13.5 Other out-door activities not mentioned elsewhere. Maximum Total Visitor evaluation 14.1 Do you count visitors? By entrance tickets / trail counters By field trip participants? By estimation? By visitor survey? 14.2 Do you evaluate where your visitors come from? By booking addresses? By market analysis? By university study? 14.3 Do you use visitor evaluation for your forward planning? Do you have analysis of the socio-economic profile of your visitors (families, school classes, pension 14.4 groups, tourist groups, etc)? 14.5 Questionnaire on visitors satisfaction levels? Maximum Total Total Points Awarded For Section IV: Geotourism Maximum points Evaluators' Estimate

12 1 Marks available Evaluators' Estimate Initiatives promoting food from regional and/or ecological production, which your organisation develops or 1.1 actively supports Meals from regional and/or ecological production are available in restaurants The Applicant organizes markets, where mainly regional agricultural products are sold 1.4 A label for regional food products or local gastronomy exists Direct marketing of regional agricultural products is promoted Maximum Total Which efforts are undertaken to create an d promote regional geotourism products? 2 (The SELF-AWARDED total cannot exceed 0) 2.1 Initiatives promoting geological replicas production exist Casts and souvenirs from local production are available 0 0 The organization or its active partners has a retail outlet or outlets where mainly regional products are 2.3 sold. 50 Maximum Total How are regional crafts promoted? V. Sustainable Regional Economy What efforts are undertaken to promote regional food and craft products, integrating the catering trade? 3.1 The marketing of local craft products is actively supported 3.2 Local craft products are showcased 0 0 Maximum Total What efforts are undertaken to promote links between the Applicant and local 4 businesses? (SELF AWARDED total cannot exceed 0) 4.1 A label for regional services/products has been developed the Applicant or in partnership with others 4.2 Direct marketing of regional products is undertaken by your organization 4.3 Tourism offers include tours of collaboration with local businesses Maximum Total What kind of contracts are regularly offered to businesses in your area? 5.1 Services (repair, management) 5.2 Design, Print Other equipment and services to support geotourism and interpretation, e.g. transport, display cabinets etc. (give details) 80 Maximum Total Networking (SELF AWARDED total cannot exceed 0) 6.1 A network of co-operating enterprises exists, fostered by the Applicant There is a formal contract between the Applicant and its partners There are joint projects, financed, between the Applicant, private businesses and local authorities. Maximum Total Total Points Awarded For Section V: Sustainable Regional Economy Maximum points Evaluators' Estimate

13 The Scoring Interpretation of Some Terms I. Geology and Landscape 1 TERRITORY 1.1 List of Selected Geosites (Table1-1) Table 1-1 List of Selected Geosites of Zhijindong cave Geopark Serial number Scenic area Geosites 1 Zhijindong Cave 2 Cave chamber group of Zhijindong Cave 3 Crystal Palace 4 Talin Palace 5 Hall of Miraculous Mist 6 Moon Palace 7 Shiwan Mountain 8 Water Resort 9 North Sea Ridge Guest-Greeting Hall 11 Preaching Hall 12 Overlord Hamlet 13 Fu (Fortune)-Lu (Prosperity)-Shou (Longevity) 14 Buddha statue 15 Silver Rain Tree 16 Sibling Jade Tree 17 Zhijindong Cave World Cup 18 Scenic Area Gurong Zhenghui (Competing brightness) 19 Silent mountains Yi village in remote mountains 21 Twin towers of Zhijin 22 Poxi Qingshen 23 Ironwood Tree blossom 24 Huge tower-shaped stalagmite group 25 Fungiform stalagmite 26 A bright pearl in the palm 27 Ancient lampstand 28 Inverted Pipa (Chinese lute) 29 One-Line-Sky 30 Three-class Canopy 21 Picturesque Landscape 32 Zhijin Window 33 Riyue Tonghui 34 Flowstone dam of water resort 13

14 Table 1-1 List of Selected Geosites of Zhijindong cave Geopark Serial number Scenic area Geosites 35 Huge stone curtain group 36 Handlike stalactite 37 Helictites of Crystal Palace Zhijindong Cave 38 Moonmilk Scenic Area 39 Leizidong Cave 40 Dachilong Tiankeng 41 Xiaochilong Tiankeng 42 Dacaokou Gorge 43 Sanjia Gorge 44 Gouyaoyan Gorge 45 Youcaichong Gorge 46 Hebian Gorge 47 Qijiehe River gorge group 48 Qijiehe River 49 Qijiehe underground river segment 50 Huangtupo South Natural Bridge 51 Huangtupo North Natural Bridge 52 Qijiehe River Scenic Xiniu Wangyue Natural Bridge 53 Area Xiaotuoluo Natural Bridge 54 Tiangu Natural Bridge 55 Double-layer and double-pore natural bridge group 56 Dacaokou Tiankeng 57 Xiaocaokou Tiankeng 58 Daluoquan Tiankeng 59 Xiaoluoquan Tiankeng 60 Swallow Cave 61 Dazhai Cuesta 62 Qigu Yingbin 63 Hills on both sides of Qijiehe River 64 Dongfenghu Lake gorge group 65 Lujiadu Gorge 66 Huawuji Gorge 67 Pengjiazhai Gorge 68 Dahebian Gorge 68 Dongfengba Gorge Dongfenghu Lake 69 Goudiaoyan Gorge Scenic Area 70 Lujiadu Cuesta 71 Chuantoushan 72 Dapeng Zhanchi cuesta 73 Sunziyan 74 Guandaoyan 75 Liuchonghe River 14

15 2 Geodiversity 2.1 How many geological periods are represented in your area? including Sinian System, Cambrian System, Carboniferous System, Permian System, Triassic system, Neogene System and Quaternary System, etc. 2.2 How many clearly defined rock types are represented in your area? (1)Sedimentary rock: limestone, dolomite, mudstone, siltstone, conglomerate, sandstone, shale, marlstone and karst breccia, etc. (2) Intrusive rock: Emeishan basalt and diabase, etc. 2.3 How many distinct geological or geomorphological features are present within your area? The Geopark has abundant geological heritages which can be generally classified into 11 categories: karst cave, karst gorge, karst natural bridge, karst tiankeng, karst high fengcong, karst hill, karst cuesta and pictographic mountain, karst hydrology, palaeontological fossil, stratum and rock, tectonic geological heritage, etc. 3 Public Interpretation of the Geopark s sites of interest 3.1Number of sites with public Interpretation (trails, interpretation panels or leaflets): Zhijindong Cave Scenic Area: 51 scenic spots; Qijiehe River Scenic Area: 27 scenic spots; Dongfenghu Lake Scenic Area: 19 scenic spots; the whole Geopark: 8 scenic spots (Table 1-2). 3.2Geosites of Scientific Importance: Zhijindong Cave group, Zhijin Gorge, Zhijin tiankeng group, Karst fengcong, Karst hill, Karst Cuesta, Karst pictographic mountain, multi-level karst denudation surface and so on (Table 1-2). 3.3Geosites used for Education: Zhijindong Cave, Cave chamber group of Zhijindong Cave, Qijiehe River gorge group, Dacaokou Gorge, Dongfenghu Lake gorge group, Lujiadu Gorge, Pengjiazhai Gorge, Dahebian Gorge and so on (Table 1-2). 3.4Geosites used for Geotourism: Zhijindong Cave, Talin Palace, Hall of Miraculous Mist, Moon Palace, Shiwan Mountain, Overlord Hamlet, Fu-Lu-Shou, Buddha statue, Silver Rain Tree, Sibling Jade Tree, World Cup, Gurong Zhenghui, Xiniu Wangyue Natural Bridge, Tiangu Natural Bridge, Dacaokou Tiankeng, Lujiadu cuesta, Sunziyan, Chuantoushan and so on (Table 1-2). 3.5Non-Geological Sites used by the Geopark (intergraded in Geoparks activities): Wax printing craft, Zhijin marmite, Guanzhai Old Town, Huawuji Old Town, Dazhai Village, TianguVilla, Xiahongyan ethnic village, "Flower Dance Festival" of Miao nationality, Torch Festival" of Yi nationality and so on (Table 1-2). Landscape of Stalactite inside Zhijindong Cave Lujiadu Gorge 15

16 Tab1-2 List for Geological Heritage Sites with public Interpretation Scientific Educational Geotourism Geological Heritage Sites Region value value value Zhijindong Cave group Zhijin Gorge Zhijin tiankeng group The Karst fengcong whole Karst hill geopark Karst cuesta Karst pictographic mountain Multi-level karst denudation surface Subtotal Zhijindong Cave Cave chamber group of Zhijindong Cave Crystal Palace Talin Palace Hall of Miraculous Mist Moon Palace Shiwan Mountain Water Resort North Sea Ridge Guest-Greeting Hall Preaching Hall Golden Mouse Palace Banquet Hall Overlord Hamlet Fu-Lu-Shou Buddha statue Zhijindong Cave Scenic Area Silver Rain Tree Sibling Jade Tree World Cup Gurong Zhenghui Silent mountains Yi village in remote mountains Twin towers of Zhijin Poxi Qingshen Ironwood Tree blossom Huge tower-shaped stalagmite group Fungiform stalagmite A bright pearl in the palm 16

17 Tab1-2 List for Geological Heritage Sites with public Interpretation Scientific Educational Geotourism Geological Heritage Sites Region value value value Ancient lampstand Inverted Pipa One-Line-Sky Three-class Canopy Picturesque Landscape Zhijin Window Riyue Tonghui Flowstone dam of water resort Huge stone curtain group Handlike stalactite Zhijin- Helictites of Crystal Palace dong Moonmilk Cave Qingqing Wowo Scenic Natural roundness Area Zhijin Suoluo Twin columns in temple Soda straws Vertical shield Atherurus macrourus dunghill deposit Leizidong Cave Dachilong Cave Dachilong Tiankeng Xiaochilong Tiankeng Subtotal Qijiehe River Qijiehe River underground river segments Qijiehe River gorge group Dacaokou Gorge Sanjia Gorge Gouyaoyan Gorge Youcaichong Gorge Hebian Gorge Qijiehe River Scenic Area Zhijin natural bridge group Huangtupo South Natural Bridge Huangtupo North Natural Bridge Xiaotuoluo Natural Bridge Xiniu Wangyue Natural Bridge 17

18 Tab1-2 List for Geological Heritage Sites with public Interpretation Geological Heritage Sites Region Scientific Educational Geotourism value value value Tiangu Natural Bridge Dacaokou Tiankeng Xiaocaokou Tiankeng Daluoquan and Xiaoluoquan tiankengs Qigu Yingbin Jiayandong Tiankeng Qijiehe Jiayandong Cave River Swallow Cave Scenic Three-level cave of Dacaokou Area Youcaichong Cave Fengcong from Sanjia to Gouyaoyan area The hills at both banks of Qijiehe River Dazhai Cuesta Dacaokou Cuesta Subtotal Liuchonghe River Dongfenghu Lake gorge group Lujiadu Gorge Pengjiazhai Gorge Dahebian Gorge Huawuji Gorge Dongfengba Gorge Goudiaoyan Gorge Dong- Lujiadu Cuesta fenghu Sunziyan Lake Chuantoushan Scenic Dapeng Zhanchi cuesta Area Guandaoyan Fengcong in drainage basin of Liuchonghe River The hills at both banks of Liuchonghe River Eyuzui Cave Dianhulu anticline Lujiadu anticline Chuantoushan syncline Subtotal In total Proportion --- 0% 0% 68.57% 18

19 Tab1-2 List for Geological Heritage Sites with public Interpretation Scientific Educational Geotourism Geological Heritage Sites Region value value value 16 non-geological sites include Wax printing craft, Zhijin marmite, Guanzhai Old Town, Huawuji Old Town, Dazhai Village, Tiangu Villa, Xiahongyan ethnic village, "Flower Dance Festival" of Miao nationality, "Torch Festival" of Yi nationality, Non-geological sites "Celebration of Wuxian Bodhisattva"of Chuanqing people, Festival lantern, "Song Festival" of Buyi nationality, Sakura Woods, bamboo fungus hometown of China, Zhijindong Cave secondary primeval forest and wild monkey habitat, etc. Ⅱ. Geology and Landscape Xiniu Wangyue Natural Bridge 1 Inventory and significance of Geosites can be found in your area 1.1 At least one geosite of internationally significant geology and geomorphology. Zhijin karsts which are composed of three karst geomorphic units representing different karst development process respectively, namely, Zhijindong Cave, Qijiehe River and Dongfenghu Lake, Zhijindong Cave and its rare cave secondary chemical sediments (including cave chamber group, and many rare stalactite landscapes such as Overlord Helmet, Silver Rain Tree, Sibling Jade Tree, Three-class Canopy, Crystal Palace, One-Line-Sky and Picturesque Landscape, etc.), Zhijin Gorge (composed of two different types of gorge-qijiehe River Gorge and Dongfenghu Lake Gorge), Zhijin natural bridge group (consisting of five natural bridges) and Zhijin tiankeng group (composed of seven tiankengs). Silver Rain Palace (Left), Overlord Helmet (Middle), and Soda Straw 19

20 1.2 At least five geosites of national significance. Zhijin high fengcong, Qijiehe River, Qijiehe River gorge group, Dacaokou Gorge, Tiangu Natural Bridge, Xiniu Wangyue Natural Bridge, Dacaokou Tiankeng, Liuchonghe River, Dongfenghu Lake gorge group, etc. Dacaokou Tiankeng 1.3 At least geosites of educational interest and used by schools and universities. Leizidong Cave, Swallow Cave, Youcaichong Cave, Lujiadu Gorge, Huawuji Gorge, Gouyaoyan Gorge, Youcaichong Gorge, Xiaotuoluo Natural Bridge, Tiangu Natural Bridge, Daluoquan Tiankeng, Xiaoluoquan Tiankeng, Dachilong Tiankeng, Xiaochilong Tiankeng, Karst hill geosites, Karst cuesta geosites (Typical geosites: Dazhai cuesta, Lujiadu cuesta and Dacaokou cuesta, etc.), Karst pictographic mountain geosites (typically Qigu Yingbin, Chuantoushan, Dapeng Zhanchi, Guandaoyan, Solutional Cap Rock and Sunziyan, etc.), Underground river geosites (mainly including Qijiehe River underground river segments), Surface river geosites (including five rivers in all, namely, Qijiehe River, Xinzhaihe River, Miaozhaihe River, Liuchonghe River, and Sanchahe River, etc.), Paleontological fossil goesites (Fossil geosites like lamellibranchs, ammonoid, brachiopoda, gastropods and alga,etc), Stratigraphic boundary between Shabaowan Member and Huangchunba Member of Lower Triassic Series, Tectonic heritages(typically including: Dianhulu anticline, Lujiadu anticline and Chuantoushan syncline, etc.). Daluoquan Tiankeng Karst hills at both banks of Qijiehe River

21 1.4 Do you have a geosites database for the Geopark? geosites database has established with more than 250 geosites. 1.5 Do you have a geosites map for the Geopark? Geosites distribution map has been drawn and the typical geosites in the geopark have been marked on the map. 2 Strategy and legislation to protect against damage of geological sites and features Part of the area is protected by law for its geological interest. The whole territory of the geopark is protected by the related national and local laws and regulations concerned. Table1-3 Laws and Regulations Related to National Geoparks in China Laws and Regulations Issued date Issued units The Constitution of the People's Republic of China Dec. 4, 1982 Provisional Regulations of the scenic areas of the People's June 7, 1985 Republic of China Law for Mineral resources of the People's Republic of China Water Law of the People's Republic of China Law for wild animal protection of the People's Republic of China Nature Reserve Regulations of the People's Republic of China The management regulations of geological heritage protection Geological heritage protection and management requirements The land administration law of the People's Republic of China Notice on Applying for National geopark March 19, 1986 Jan. 21, 1988 Nov. 8, 1988 Oct. 9, May,4,1995 Aug. 29, 1998 Sept. 21, 00 The 5th National People's Congress of the People's State Council of the People's Republic of China The 6th Standing Committee of National People's Congress of the People's Republic of China The 6th Standing Committee of National People's Congress of the People's Republic of China The 7th Standing Committee of National People's Congress of the People's Republic of China State Council of the People's Republic of China No. 21 ordinance of Ministry of Geology and Mineral Resources of the people's Republic of China Geology and Mineral Resources Ministry The 9th Standing Committee of National People's Congress of the People's Republic of China General Office of the Ministry of Land and Resources, the People's Republic of China 4 What measures are carried out to protect geosites and infrastructure against damage and natural degradation? 4.1Regular maintenance and cleaning: Protected signs and interpretation panels are set up by the geosites, which are regular maintenance and cleaning by specific personnel. At the same time, garbage cans are provided along the tour route to recycle the garbage by category. 4.2Conservation measures: The Administration for Zhijindong cave Geopark is established and its most important responsibility is to protect the geosites, namely strictly protect geosite areas by making use of relevant laws, strictly forbid all construction projects in violation of the rules and regulations prevailing inside the geopark and surroundings. After the national geopark was built, local governments at 21

22 all levels and residents began to attach great importance to the vegetation construction again, and conducted forest reservation and tree planting activities, therefore, the vegetation coverage is increased gradually, which has reached 68% in the geopark at present. At the same time, cleaning and renovation work of geopark and the surrounding environment protection are strengthened to ensure that overall environment of the geopark is beautiful and clean. Protected signs in Zhijindong cave 4.3 Protective measures (preparation, sealing to avoid natural degradation): For all important geosites (areas) in the geopark, different protection measures have been adopted. To protect various fragile stalactite landscapes in the geopark from artificial or natural damage, in some typical and precious geosites such as Overlord Helmet, Silver Rain Tree, One-Line-Sky, Three-class Canopy and Chinese lute, etc., protective fence have been set up around them to protect them from direct touch by tourists; in addition, special persons have been assigned in Zhijindong Cave to make routine check up irregularly; at the same time, cave air environment monitoring point has been set up inside the cave to monitor the change of cave air environment; some cave stalactite landscapes and areas with very fragile environment like branch cave of Crystal Palace, Water Resort, and Golden Mouse Palace, etc. have been no longer opened to tourists, only for researchers from relevant research departments. For typical geosites in Qijiehe River Scenic Area and Dongfenghu Lake Scenic Area like Tiangu Natural Bridge, Xiniu Wangyue Natural Bridge, Chuantoushan and Sunziyan, relevant protection signboards have been set up around them and it is forbidden to explode stones on the surrounding mountains. Ⅲ. Geology and Landscape 1 Natural Rank 1.2 Other International Designation in part of the Geopark territory: Member of International Show Cave Association. Zhijindong Cave became the member of International Show Cave Association in Headquarters of the third International Show Cave Association in Spanish of Europe in October, National designation in part of the Geopark territory Zhijindong Cave National Scenic Area: approved by Ministry of Construction of the People s Republic of China in

23 Guizhou Zhijindong Cave National Geopark: be qualified as National geopark by Ministry of Land and Resources of People s Republic of China in January, 04; it was officially inaugurated on January 8, 06. Chinese national natural heritage: approved by Ministry of Construction of the People s Republic of China in 06. National AAAA-class tourist attraction: approved by National Tourism Administration in 08. Science popularization base for Ministry of Land and Resources: approved by Ministry of Land and Resources of People s Republic of China in Regional designation in part of the Geopark territory Hometown of bamboo fungus in China: In August, 00, Zhijin County was awarded as Hometown of Bamboo Fungus in China by China Edible Fungi Association. 2 Cultural Rank Zhijin Zhusun (bamboo fungus hometown of China) 2.4Regional designation in part of the Geopark territory Guizhou provincial level culture relic protection unit: Temple of Wealth, Fengxi Academy of Classical Learning and Kuige attic, etc. 2.5 Local designation in part of the Geopark territory Guanzhai Old Town: it is an important village of ancient Yi nationality in Shuixi and also the place where the former residence of An Bangyan, deputy magistrate of Xuanwei county, Guizhou province, was built in the later Ming Dynasty. It covers an area of 580,000m 2 which mainly focuses on culture of Yi nationality with less Miao and Han nationality culture, and it is classified as county level human culture protection unit by Zhijin County Government. Guanzhai Old Town and Zhijin Wax Printing 23

24 3 Promotion and maintenance of Natural and Cultural Heritage 3.1 Interpretation Each natural and cultural heritage site in the geopark is interpreted, which is effectively protected and maintained regularly. 3.2 Education programmes Film shot advertising video of Zhijindong Cave Geopark narrates the geological development history of Zhijin area, and overview of major geosites in the geopark as well as their formation and evolution modes; at the same time, geological knowledge will be popularized to the public in a straightaway manner via geosite explanation board. One new museum and three galleries of geological science popularization are established where geological knowledge will be explained in a concentrated manner. At the same time, in the geopark training courses, the educational programmes to the natural and cultural heritage are included. HD DVD Documentary of Zhijindong Cave Geopark 3.3 Communication The public and geopark tourists can get the related information about the natural and cultural heritage from the free geopark leaflets and other printed materials, and the qualified geopark guides can also provide relevant knowledge to tourists during the guided tour. The geopark also organizes a series of activities to promote the relevant knowledge of natural and cultural heritage such as Zhijindong Cave Geopark science popularization lecture for local people, teaching and practice of relevant colleges in Zhijindong Cave, special science popularization activities to ordinary tourists, elementary school students and middle school students in the region. 3.4 Promotion of the links between Geological Heritage sites and the existing Natural and cultural sites within the Geopark Establish Zhijindong Cave Geopark Museum and three galleries of geological science popularization to introduce the physical geography of the geopark and overview of social-cultural background, evolution history of regional geology, type and distribution of main geosites and geological landscapes, geological background, formation and evolution, scientific research history and achievements of the geopark, the international comparison and scientific significance of geosite in the geopark, protection, construction and development of the geopark, resources of animals and 24

25 plants,historic and cultural landscape, custom and habit in the geopark, etc. by making use of pictures, words, models, material objects and videos. II. MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE 1 How is the Applicants management structure organized? 1.1 Does the Geopark has a clear and well defined boundary? The geopark is a complete territory, composed of three connecting scenic areas, with a clear and well defined boundary, covering an area of 170 km Does the Geopark have well defined and effective management structure which is able to take and implement decisions to enhance protection of Geological Heritage and promote sustainable regional development for the Geopark area? Administration for Zhijindong cave National Geopark has been set up, it is an effective management organization in charge of daily management of the Geopark, which is able to take and implement decisions to enhance geological heritage and promote sustainable development for the geopark. 1.3 Is the Geopark staff employed directly or indirectly by Geopark partners? The Administration for Zhijindong cave National Geopark is a formal governmental unit, its staff are directly employed by the Bijie Government. 1.4 An independently administered budget Due to a governmental unit, the geopark has an independently administered budget, which is included in the local financial budget. The geopark can obtain financial supports from Guizhou Province government and Chinese government to support geopark infrastructure projects, geological heritage protection and scientific research, etc. 2 Does a management or Master Plan exist? (not older than years) Yes, the master plan(12-25)involves following highlights: (1)Formulating near, mid and long development targets, scientific research, science popularization, action plans are included. (2)Formulating (development strategic planning of geopark),including overall layout of geopark, protection plan (including protection of geosite, natural ecological environment and human relics), geological tourism program and the tourism route planning, tourism infrastructure planning, narration planning, science popularization and action planning, information construction planning, scientific research planning, land utilization and regulation planning, and social control planning, etc. (3)Strengthening the involvement of local communities, realizing the sustainable development of the geopark (4)Improving the geopark management structure, employing more professional personnel. 3 Master Plan Components -What components does it includes? 3.13 Do you have targets for the following goals? 25

26 Geology: Including: projects involving the detailed investigation and research on the geosites of Zhijindong Cave Geopark, research on development characteristic of Zhijindong Cave and characteristic of cave secondary chemical sediment and research on formation evolution model of karst landform of Zhijindong Cave Geopark, etc., in order to clarify the development characteristics and formation evolution of various geosites in the geopark in details. Landscape protection: to make more efforts on geosite protection. For example, carry out investigation and research on air environment of Zhijindong Cave to ensure that development environment of cave secondary chemical sediment will remain well. Tourism geotourism :Besides the existing tour route of sightseeing and science popularization in Zhijindong Cave, other two main geological tourism routes are designed and promoted: tour route of Qijiehe gorge-natural bridge-tiankeng geological scientific investigation and popularization, and tour route of Dongfenghu sightseeing and science popularization on water gorge. Agriculture and forestry:forest vegetation region in the geopark is divided into different functional regions, including extra protection area (point), area closed for afforestation, landscape reforestation area, economic fruit-bearing forest area, and grazing-cultivation area, etc. Combine with relevant government policies on the Grain-to-Green to encourage the local residents to plant various seasonal fruits and wild fruits with a view to improve their living standard and the vegetation environment as well. 4 Does your Application have a Marketing Strategy As you know, many karst wonders develop in Guizhou Plateau, and lots of colorful and rich nationality cultures are conserved and passed down successfully, therefore, Guizhou Plateau becomes a famous tourist destination both at home and abroad. In 13, more than 267,612,800 people travelled to Guizhou Plateau. However, in the past, only a small part of tourists came and visited the geopark (about 850,000 person-times in 13), triggering the problem of how to attract more tourists to visit the geopark is major task for the geopark. Zhijindong cave Geopark has formulated a series of measures to achieve this goal, which include setting up mutual promotion panels at the main scenic spots in Guizhou Province, establish reciprocal and win-win relation with other famous scenic spots and establish tour route in central Guizhou jointly, and improving the traffic guide boards along both sides of the major highways leading to the geopark. Besides, the geopark used to take part in and will continue to take part in various national/regional tourism fairs to expand the geopark influence, and also carry out a series of promotion activities through various media, such as newspapers, broadcasting and TV media. 6 Are there any initiatives or working groups who discuss the promotion of natural and cultural heritage From August 11 to 14, 13, the 28th annual 26

27 meeting of geoscience and geopark research branch, Geological Society of China, and seminar on construction and tourist development of Guizhou Zhijindong Cave National Geopark was held in the Geopark. At this meeting, the construction and tourism development strategy of the Geopark was discussed. III. Information and Environmental Education 5 Geology provision for school groups. For example, organized visits etc Guided tourist by Applicant s staff The guided tourist for (any special team visiting the geopark, like school groups) are mainly organized by the geopark staff, which has been trained in basic geology and geopark. The guided tours for groups 5.3 Standard programs, regularly available for all park visitors The geopark provides standard programs to all geopark tourists, including visiting major geosites along designed routes in different scenic areas; for special tourists, the geopark can also provide scientific investigations along the other geotrails and specific geosites. 5.4 Limited group size (max. 30 persons per guide) To meet the visiting interest, comfort and expectation of tourists and guarantee personal safety of them, it is clearly stipulated by the Administration for the geopark that: when travelling in Zhijindong Cave Scenic Area or Dacaokou Gorge Scenic Area or Dongfenghu Lake Scenic Area, the number of each team shall be no more than Are alternatives available if tour is impossible due to bad weather conditions? Yes, there are one geopark museum, and tourist center and 4-D cinema to conduct alternative visits due to bad weather. 5.6 Do programs exist for different ages? Yes, the geopark provide various programs for children, primary and middle school and college students. 5.7 Do special, scientific programs exist? Yes, there are three main galleries for sightseeing and science popularization; in addition, there are many special programs for scientific investigation and research. 5.8 Is teacher training offered in matters relating to the Applicant? Yes, the geopark offered special training courses for teachers from local primary and middle schools, or from the primary and middle schools are arranged through the 27

28 Education Commission of Guizhou province, so these trained teachers could be as geotourism leaders to their students in the geopark. 6 Education Guides 6.1 Do you have at least one qualified expert in Geopark permanent staff providing guided visit that your organization has a role in developing? Yes, we have permanent staff (Mr.Liu Jiaren) who majored in geology and geological heritage protection, and can provide guided tour. 6.2 Do you have at least one qualified expert in partner organization providing guided visit that your organization has a role in developing? Yes, we always provide guided tour by the professors and MS or Ph. D candidates from our experts from Institute of Karst Geology, CAGS or partner university (Guizhou Normal University). 6.3 Personal guides in Geopark permanent staff The geopark has its own guides in its permanent staff, a few of them have degrees of related majors, and can provide both Chinese and English guide service. 6.4 Personal guides by partner organization The geopark have some partner organizations from other geoparks or universities or institute, they can provide personal guides to tourists. 6.5 Freelance guides whose training and/or program is supported by your organization Some freelance guides come from college students or local residents, the geopark provide related training to them. 6.6 Training courses for guides All guides in the geopark have participated in relevant training courses on geopark, geological heritage protection, basic geology and others. V. Sustainable Regional Economy 5 What kind of contracts are regularly offered to businesses in your area? 5.3 Other equipment and services to support geotourism and interpretation, e.g. transport, display cabinets etc. The geopark regularly sign contracts with the related businesses to make sure that everything work normally, including the geopark infrastructure projects, information sign system and interpretation panel design and construction, geopark souvenir design and production, geopark transport, geopark leaflet and other materials printing and geopark-appointed resturants and hotels, etc. 28