• Proceedings of the Korean Society of Environment and Ecology Conference
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• 2009.04a
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• pp.7-20
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• 2009

On the basis of introducing the development process of Chinese nature reserve since first nature reserve was set up in 1959 in China, and comparing the definition of nature reserve between IUCN and China, combining with the objectives and significance of the establishment of Chinese Nature Reserve, the present state and achievements of nature reserve in China were introduced detailedly. And the effect of the laws and rules on the protection in nature and biodiversity was assessed after analyzing the characteristics of the interrelated laws and rules enacted in course of development of Chinese nature reserve over 50 years. Also the qualifications and procedures of nature reserve establishment and relevance aspects of content in China were narrated, and the classification system and management system of Chinese nature reserve and their characteristics were introduced. Finally, the Medium and Long Term Program for Nature Reserve Development in China was introduced, and present some proposals to solve the problems on the basics that discuss the distribution status and its characteristics and problems on managing nature reserve in China.

• Korean Journal of Heritage: History & Science
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• v.46 no.2
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• pp.114-135
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• 2013

Among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the proportion of natural heritage to cultural heritage is relatively small. In 2007, the "Jeju Volcanic Island and Larva Tubes" was the first one that was designated as an UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site in Korea. The growing Korean geological heritage condition and conservation case studies on management of the geological heritage were examined in this study. Furthermore, the purpose of this study is to show future driving strategy for conservation and improvement plan on our geological heritage. Natural Monuments as a state-designated natural property and Geoparks as a new application system for geological heritage are important to conserve our geological heritage. Public engagement through establishment of visitor centers is definitely needed to improve education and promotion. The study includes field investigation for the "Wadden Sea", an World Natural Heritage Site for a mud flat, interviews with staffs and experts who are responsible for investigating and managing the site. Three factors can likely be attributed to its successful management and conservation policy for the "Wadden Sea". First of all, there is an operation for integrated management system and joint secretariat for research and monitoring. Next, researchers invigorate the visitor centers for promotion and education on geological heritage. Finally, experts and staffs implement various research topics and projects based on a long-range plan. The study was carried out to evaluate the present condition of our geological heritage and to make a proposal as a policy to improve value and conserve them. In conclusion, this study provided future discussion that may help researchers to make a decision on long-term policies for the geological subject of Korean natural heritage.