Melaka research geosites may become national geoparks one day

Pulau Undan, named a Melaka Marine Park in April, has a tombolo that changes with the seasons. — Bernama

Four research geosites in Melaka – Tanjung Tuan, Pulau Besar, Pulau Undan and Pulau Upeh have the potential to be national geoparks based on their geological heritage, biodiversity, and high cultural heritage value.

Negri Sembilan and Melaka Mineral and Geoscience Department director Siti Aminah Abdul Sarif said the four sites have their individual uniqueness with valuable heritage resources including scientific, recreational, aesthetic, and cultural features which can be elevated as new geo-tourism products.