This book explores the potential contribution of cultural heritage in the enhancement of the territories, investigating the possibilities but also the criticalities involved in the process. Based on the knowledge process built on the Monasteries of Haghpat, Sanahin, Geghard and moreover, in the Upper Azat Valley in Armenia, the work suggests the development of an integrated design approach with interdisciplinary focus. The conservation of the Architectural Heritage of these sites is a priority for the identity safeguard but also to start virtuous processes able to ensure a sustainable development for places and communities. The objective of this work is the setting of pilot strategies and guidelines for the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage as an engine for a compatible and sustainable tourism development of the area, with tangible impact on social and economic development of the country. The work would benefit local authorities and communities, as well as researchers involved in these topics.
Author(s): Mariacristina Giambruno, Sonia Pistidda
Series: SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology: PoliMI SpringerBriefs
Publisher: Springer
Year: 2022
Language: English
Pages: 124
City: Cham
Preface
Contents
1 Cultural Heritage as a Trigger for Sustainable Development in Emerging Countries. The Case of Armenia
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2 The Relationships Between WHS, the Communities, and the Territories
2.1 Widespread Heritage. A Challenge for a Sustainable Future
2.2 The Impact of World Heritage Sites Nomination in Emerging Countries
2.3 Heritage in the Global Challenges. Specific Role and Contributions
2.4 The Role of Local Communities and Stakeholders in the Preservation of Architectural Heritage
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3 A Journey Through Armenian Heritage
3.1 The Armenian Architectural and Urban Heritage. Beyond the Monasteries
3.2 Tourism as a Driving Force for the Country: Opportunities and Threats
3.3 From Monuments to Widespread Heritage: A Shift in Perspective
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4 Monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin, Monastery of Geghard, and the Upper Azat. The Current Situation of the Two World Heritage Sites
4.1 Legal Framework and UNESCO Protection Zones
4.2 Haghpat
4.2.1 Historical Framework and Current Degradation Problems of the Monastic Complex
4.2.2 Problems and Potentialities of Haghpat Village
4.3 Sanahin
4.3.1 The Monastic Complex. Historical Overview and Today’s Problems of Decay
4.3.2 The Problematic Relationship Between the Sanahin Settlement and the Monastery
4.4 Geghard
4.4.1 Degradation and Disruption of the Closest Monastery to Yerevan
4.4.2 The Arrival Places and the West and East Areas Around the Monastery
4.4.3 The Goght and Geghard Villages. When Tourism Does not Benefit the Local Population
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5 Toward a People-Based Tourist Approach. Suggestions for the Conservation and Enhancement of the World Heritage Sites and Their Territories
5.1 A Master Plan for the World Heritage Sites: General Contents
5.2 Guidelines for the Preservation of the Monasteries
5.3 Developing the Villages. Improving the Living Conditions of the Population to Enhance the Tourism Industry
5.4 The Monastic Complexes: Enhancement and Fruition
5.5 Preserving the Widespread Heritage to Improve the Touristic Experiences
5.6 Some Final Considerations
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