Geological monitoring in protected areas

Abstract

Recognition of geoheritage values and conservation of their geodiversity elements are largely neglected in protected areas. As geoheritage and geodiveristy were recognized as a part of nature conservation by IUCN recently, understanding the characters of geoheritage sites and the development of proper monitoring measures have been important among managing communities and stakeholders. It is suggested that different monitoring methods and indicators should be developed depending upon physical setting of protected areas and tourism conditions. This paper deals with various monitoring methods and indicators to be carried out for geo-conservation and sustainable use. This will help managers build up a basic management plan for geological monitoring.