GEOTOURISM STORIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
What does it mean to live inside a volcano? Explore Aso UNESCO Global Geopark in Japan, home to active volcanoes, vast grasslands, rich biodiversity, and centuries of cultural heritage shaped by one of the world's largest calderas.
The Izu Peninsula UNESCO Global Geopark tells the remarkable story of a landscape that travelled across the ocean before becoming part of Japan. Discover volcanic landscapes, hot springs, biodiversity, folklore and the cultural traditions that make Izu one of Japan's most fascinating geotourism destinations.
From hidden people and trolls to ghosts and lake monsters, Icelandic folklore reveals how extraordinary landscapes inspired stories that helped generations make sense of a land shaped by volcanoes, glaciers, lava fields and geothermal wonders.
Reykjanes is where the Earth opens — a peninsula of steam, lava and shifting ground. Standing between continents, you feel the land breathing beneath you. This episode explores geothermal fields, new lava, coastal cliffs and the stories people create to live with a landscape that never sits still.
Discover Katla UNESCO Global Geopark in Iceland — home to the Katla volcano, Reynisfjara black‑sand beach, Sólheimajökull glacier and the moss fields of Skaftáreldahraun. A cinematic geotourism story of Iceland’s south coast.
A journey into Iceland’s dramatic contrasts, exploring how glaciers, volcanoes and geothermal energy shape daily life, culture and the landscape. A place where nature feels alive and people adapt with creativity, resilience and deep connection to their environment.
The Pikrovrisi tis Merikas trail reveals Troodos’ ancient ocean past through pillow lavas, river gorges, village heritage, and old water systems. I’ve guided this trail many times, and in this episode I share its geology, stories, and the quiet details you only notice when you walk it up close.
Amiantos Mine shaped Cyprus’ industrial history for nearly a century. Once Europe’s largest chrysotile asbestos operation, the valley now stands as a powerful example of environmental restoration in the Troodos Mountains. This episode explores its geology, community stories, and long journey toward recovery.