Across the world, UNESCO Global Geoparks are living spaces where nature and people coexist. Among the most important custodians of these areas are local and indigenous communities, whose traditions and …
A milestone for youth-led sustainability was marked in Belitong Geopark as the Belitong Declaration on Sustainable Island Geoparks was officially announced during the first Global Geoparks Youth Marine Camp …
Mendanau Island, located within the Belitong Geopark area is not yet a major tourist destination. However, the daily activities of its residents reflect a wealth of potential to support sustainable …
Hidden deep within the lush forests of Belitung lives a creature so small and enchanting it seems lifted from a fantasy tale, the Belitong Tarsier (Cephalopachus bancanus saltator). With its …
Standing gracefully on wooden stilts, the Rumah Panggong Belitong is more than just a traditional house, it is a reflection of the island’s coastal culture, environmental wisdom, and community philosophy. …
What if a ritual could tell us more than just stories of the past? In Belitong, the tradition of Begawai—a communal preparation ritual deeply rooted in harmony between humans and …
Have you ever imagined that an ancient hunting tradition could actually help preserve the environment? In Belitong Geopark, the practice of Berasuk is a form of hunting using forest dogs …
