Møns Klint has been officially added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List, a decision made on Sunday by the committee overseeing the prestigious designation. The inclusion signifies global recognition of the cliff’s unique natural significance.

Nils Natorp, director of GeoCenter Møns Klint, expressed his enthusiasm, likening the honor to an “Olympic gold medal in nature.” He was present in Paris when the committee’s decision was announced. Natorp highlighted the unifying nature of the World Heritage List, noting that it brings together countries from around the globe. He described the experience of receiving congratulations from representatives of various nations as “fantastic.”

The World Heritage List was established in 1972 by UNESCO, the United Nations’ organization for education, science, and culture. Its primary goal is to safeguard the world’s most valuable cultural and natural heritage sites for future generations. Being added to the list carries a responsibility to ensure the site’s long-term preservation.

Each year, countries can nominate sites for consideration by the World Heritage Committee, which convenes annually. The committee evaluates nominations based on specific criteria, and approximately 25 to 30 sites are added to the list every year.