Krong No Volcanic Cave – Dak Nong

Nestled amidst the majestic Central Highlands, the red soil region of Dak Nong boasts not only vast forests and a unique gong culture, but also a global geopark, home to the longest volcanic cave system in Southeast Asia.

In particular, the Krông Nô – Đăk Nông Volcanic Cave Global Geopark is a convergence point of outstanding values ​​in geology, geomorphology, archaeology, culture, and biodiversity characteristic of the region.

Through the lens of photographer Tran Tam My, let's explore the Krong No Volcanic Cave Global Geopark in Dak Nong province with the album "Journey to Conquer the Krong No Volcanic Cave Global Geopark in Dak Nong" to witness the grandeur and many mysteries of nature. This work was submitted to the "Happy Vietnam" photo and video contest, organized by the Department of External Information, Ministry of Information and Communications .

The Dak Nong Volcanic Cave Geopark boasts numerous volcanic caves, numbering up to 50, with a total length of up to 10 km. These caves hold many secrets regarding their formation mechanisms, mineral compositions, biodiversity, and archaeological sites. The Krông Nô volcanic cave in Đăk Nông was formed over 140 million years ago due to tectonic movements of the Earth's crust, from a part of the vast ocean to the emergence of volcanoes. Krông Nô - Đăk Nông Global Geopark System. The most massive and unique in Southeast Asia.

The UNESCO Dak Nong Global Geopark, established in 2015, covers an area of ​​over 4,700 square kilometers, accounting for more than two-fifths of Dak Nong province's natural area and spanning six districts and towns. Within the geopark are paleontological heritage sites such as ammonite, shell, and bivalve fossils, proving that this area was part of a vast ocean during that period.

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