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Geomorphosites and Geotourism [PDF]

open access: greenGeoheritage, 2018
This issue of Geoheritage comprises nine papers presented at the international symposium “Geomorphosites 2009: Raising the Profile of Geomorphological Heritage through Iconography, Inventory and Promotion” (held in Paris in June 2009) and at the IAG International Conference on Geomorphology in Melbourne (July 2009) (session “Geomorphosites and ...
Coratza, Paola   +2 more
core   +10 more sources

Geotourism [PDF]

open access: yesGeosciences, 2019
Geotourism is one of the newest concepts within the field of tourism, and primarily focuses on promoting geological and geomorphological features in landscapes as tourist attractions.
Rannveig Ólafsdóttir
doaj   +2 more sources

Guidelines for Managing Radon Hazards in Tourist Volcanic Caves in Spain. [PDF]

open access: yesGeohealth
Abstract Tourist volcanic caves are in high demand for ecotourism and geotourism lovers, as well as by sun and beach tourists as a complementary activity during their holidays. There are six tourist volcanic caves in the Canary Islands, all of them managed by the local administration of the island.
Hernández-Gutiérrez LE   +7 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Analysis of the suitability for ecotourism in Beira Baixa region using a spatial decision support system based on a geographical information system

open access: yesRegional Science Policy &Practice, EarlyView., 2022
Abstract Ecotourism can contribute to the conservation of environmental values, as well as to the development of positive synergies between agents in the tourism sector, tourists and the local population. The growing interest in tourism offers with low environmental impact, which support the local economy, translates into a competitive advantage for ...
Luís Quinta‐Nova, Dora Ferreira
wiley   +1 more source

Geoheritage and Geotourism Resources [PDF]

open access: yesResources, 2020
This Special Issue wants to outline the role of Geoheritage and Geotourism as potential touristic resources of a region. The term “Geoheritage” refers to a peculiar type of natural resources represented by sites of special geological significance, rarity or beauty that are representative of a region and of its geological history, events and processes ...
Santangelo N., Valente E.
openaire   +3 more sources

GEOTOURISM OF AXUM AND YEHA MONUMENTS, NORTHERN ETHIOPIA [PDF]

open access: yesGeo Journal of Tourism and Geosites, 2023
Ethiopia constitutes one of the most significant environmental, religious and cultural reserves on Earth. The study aims to assess the geotourism of the monuments.
Legese Gebreyesus TEKLEBRHAN   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Relationship between the Geotourism Potential and Function in the Polish Part of the Roztocze Transboundary Biosphere Reserve

open access: yesGeosciences, 2021
The Polish part of the Roztocze Transboundary Biosphere Reserve area is characterized by diversified geotourism resources with relatively high value. However, their potential seems not to be fully used in the current product offer.
Teresa Brzezińska-Wójcik
doaj   +1 more source

The History of Geopark Development in Australia, A New Way Forward [PDF]

open access: yesGeoconservation Research, 2022
Geoparks in Australia have had a complex recent history. Following the demise of the former Kanawinka UNESCO Geopark in 2012, two potential UNESCO Global Geopark projects supported by local government agencies and embracing large areas were initiated in ...
Angus Robinson
doaj   +1 more source

Strategies and problems in geotourism interpretation: A comprehensive literature review of an interdisciplinary chinese to english translation

open access: yesInternational Journal of Geoheritage and Parks, 2022
The steady growth of geotourism is increasing the demand for geotourism translation. Because in China geotourism is implemented mainly on the basis of geoparks and this study is Chinese to English (C-E) language based, this review uses Chinese UNESCO ...
Qiang (Jason) Li   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Geological diversity fostering actions in geoconservation: An overview of Brazil

open access: yesInternational Journal of Geoheritage and Parks, 2022
The geodiversity of Brazil is associated with the geological evolution of the South American Platform, the part of the South American Plate that behaved as a stable portion during the formation of the Andean and Caribbean mobile belts, in the Mesozoic ...
Maria da Glória Garcia   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

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