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Geomorphological classification of urban landscapes. The case study of Rome (Italy) [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
The results of a long-lasting geomorphological survey carried out in Rome are summarized. A method aimed at integrating survey data, historical maps, aerial photographs and archaeological and geomorphological literature produced a geomorphological map ...
D'Orefice, Maurizio   +5 more
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The Use of Geosites in Education—A Case Study in Central Poland

open access: yesResources
One of the important ways to promote geoheritage values is to use geosites in school education. Particularly useful for this are nature reserves that include interesting geological and geomorphological sites. The area of Świętokrzyskie Province is one of
Wojciech Zgłobicki   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

The uses and challenges of the geopark label as a place branding tool. The case of the Geopark of the Tremp Basin-Montsec (Catalonia-Spain)

open access: yesInternational Journal of Geoheritage and Parks, 2019
Based on the theoretical analysis of the uses of heritage as developed by the social and economic sciences since the 1990s, this article aims to explore the role played by geoheritage as a place branding strategy.
Fabien Van Geert
doaj   +1 more source

A method for assessing the scientific and additional values of geomorphosites [PDF]

open access: yes, 2007
. Over the last two decades, several methods have been developed to reduce subjectivity of geomorphosite selection through use of transparent assessment criteria.
Fontana, G.   +3 more
core   +1 more source

New horizons in geodiversity and geoheritage research: Bridging science, conservation, and development

open access: yesMoravian Geographical Reports
Geodiversity and geoheritage research has gained increasing prominence in natural and social sciences, reflecting their critical role in nature conservation, regional development, geosystem services, and environmental change.
Kubalíková Lucie   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Geoconservation, concept of [PDF]

open access: yes, 2015
[Excerto] The exceptional scientific value of certain geodiversity elements justifies the need to implement proper measures in order to assure their conservation. Obviously, not all geodiversity elements should be envisaged for conservation.
C Sharples   +3 more
core   +1 more source

Inventory and assessment of geosites to stimulate regional sustainable management: the northern coast of the state of São Paulo, Brazil

open access: yesAnais da Academia Brasileira de Ciências, 2019
: The reviewed and integrated geoheritage inventory of the northern coast of the state of São Paulo, Brazil, resulted in 43 geosites distributed in eight geological frameworks.
MARIA DA GLÓRIA M. GARCIA   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Analysis of Opportunity on Geoheritage Activities in Muroto Global Geopark : Through the Comparison Between 2 Geological Conservation Program [PDF]

open access: yes, 2018
This research aims to clarify the differences of 2 UNESCO geological conservation programs, World heritage program and Global Geoparks program, in terms of their evaluation and monitoring system by organizing UNESCO official documents.
FUJII Ikuno, TAKE Masanori
core   +1 more source

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