The history of the natural resources management among the Luo society of Western Kenya: Socio-ecological parameters of landscape heterogeneity
Available online 17 April 2024
In this study, we thoroughly explore the complexities of land resource management in Western Kenya's Nyanza Province, focusing on the evolution of land use patterns in Kajulu location, formerly a native...
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Promoting geo-education and geotourism through geosite assessment: A case study from Acheron-Parga, Epirus, Greece
Available online 10 April 2024
The regions of Acheron and Parga (Epirus, Greece) are characterized by a significant geodiversity (e.g. stratigraphical, palaeontological, tectonic, geomorphological, hydrological etc.). In this work,...
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Assessment of UNESCO Global Geoparks websites for a public geocommunication
Available online 2 April 2024
This study proposes a semi-quantitative methodology for assessing the quality of the UNESCO Global Geopark (UGGp) websites. The study was based on mixed indicators (binary and ordinal), grouped into...
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Mineralogy, geochemistry, and petrogenesis of the world's longest petrified wood
March 2024
Fossilized wood is a key geoheritage feature found in many protected areas. Knowledge about its formation is also key to the understanding of such areas. This study investigates the mineralization processes...
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Absence heritage: A critical analysis for awareness, preservation and resilience
March 2024
Traditionally, absence heritage or heritage of absence has been used for purposeful erasure of tangible and intangible elements related primarily to affective heritage and dark heritage. Current observations,...
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Canyons as potential geotourism attractions of Central High Atlas, Morocco: Comparative analysis of Aït Bouguemaz Valley and Zaouiat Ahansal-Taghia Valley by using GAM model
March 2024
The present study is part of a reflective approach that examines and compares two popular geo-destinations in Moroccan Central High Atlas, the Aït Bouguemaz and Zaouiat Ahansal-Taghia valleys, using...
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Inventory and quantitative assessment of Devonian geosites in the Azrou-Khenifra Basin (eastern band of the Central Hercynian Massif, Morocco)
March 2024
The Devonian outcrops of the Azrou-Khenifra Basin are located in the eastern band of the Moroccan Central Massif. They are characterized by a high geodiversity since they show sedimentary, stratigraphic,...
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Quantitative assessment for geosites of the Ijen Geopark in Banyuwangi Regency, East Java, Indonesia
March 2024
Ijen Geopark, also known as “Sunrise of Java,” is situated on the eastern tip of Java. Twelve geosites of the geopark are located in Banyuwangi Regency, while the left are situated in Bondowoso Regency....
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Potential geoheritage resources in Saudi Arabia for geotourism development: In the context of IUCN theme
March 2024
Although geoheritage is gaining importance wordwide, much appreciation is still required for the overlooked geoheritage resources. The geoheritage of Saudi Arabia is promising and gaining much attention...
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Managing visitor flows in protected areas in a context of changing mobilities: An analysis of challenges, responses, and learned lessons during the pandemic in Tarragona Province (Spain)
March 2024
Protected areas experienced changes in visitor flows after the easing of worldwide mobility restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The changing context added complexity to the functioning of...
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Geosites assessment in a volcanic hotspot environment and its impact on geotourism, Santa Cruz-Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
March 2024
Volcanic environments offer a unique combination for life development. UNESCO recognized the Galapagos Islands as Natural World Heritage site due to the uniqueness of flora and fauna. In addition, they...
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The role of virtual reality in improving neighborhood park design: A comparative study of virtual reality and traditional approaches
March 2024
Parks design relies on understanding user preferences, which are determined through interviews, surveys, and observations. However, previous methods are limited in their capacity to explore user preferences,...
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The linkage of geological parameters to cultural diversity at Karangsambung-Karangbolong Geopark and surrounding area, Kebumen, Indonesia
March 2024
Geopark has three main components: geological, biological, and cultural diversity. Cultural and biological diversity in geoparks does not stand alone but must be related to geological diversity. This...
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Proposed geo-educational activities at the Sidi Bouzid geosite, Safi Province, Marrakech-Safi region, Morocco
Available online 27 March 2024
The Sidi Bouzid escarpment is one of the geosites that present high educational and tourism value in the Safi province, extending for several kilometers along the Atlantic coast southwest of the city...
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Determinants of household dependency on Buxa Tiger Reserve in India for fuelwood collection and livestock grazing
Available online 22 March 2024
The present study examined the extent and pattern of households' dependency on forest for fuelwood and livestock grazing and identifies and analyzes the key factors that determine the level of households'...
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The originality of dong Van karst plateau, northern Vietnam: From the perspecitve of geoheritage
Available online 9 March 2024
Dong Van Karst Plateau (DVKP) is a deep and remote area in the north of Vietnam where has numerous notable geoheritage characteristics. Karst coverage in the DVKP is among the largest compared to other...
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The geodiversity site of Sentono Gentong in Pacitan, Indonesia: Geological characteristics and quantitative assessment
Available online 28 February 2024
This paper aims to identify the geological properties of Sentono Gentong and provide a quantitative assessment of its geodiversity site in Pacitan Regency, Indonesia.This area is an integral part of...
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Inventory and assessment of geoarchaeosites in the Middle Eure Valley (Paris Basin, France): An integrated approach to geoarchaeological heritage
December 2023
For the last decade, there has been an abundance of scattered case studies on geoarchaeological heritage in the scientific literature. Yet, there is a lack of methodological guidelines to inventory...
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Conservation of World Heritage glacial landscapes in a changing climate: The Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch case
December 2023
Many glacial landscapes on all continents are inscribed on the World Heritage List. Due to climate change, most of the glaciers are retreating rapidly, thus questioning their Outstanding Universal Value....
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Temporal scale imbrication and its importance for interpretation in geocultural sites in Jebel Dahar (Southeast Tunisia)
December 2023
Geocultural sites combine a high cultural and natural heritage value and are particularly suitable for the interpretation and promotion of cultural and natural heritage. Based on previous geoheritage...
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Geological heritage in the Northern Apuseni Mountains (Romania): Degradation risk assessment of selected geosites
December 2023
This study focuses on evaluating the geological heritage of the Northern Apuseni Mountains in Romania, assessing the scientific, educational and tourism value of various geological elements. Geological...
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Geodiversity photographed: An exploratory and iconographic study of geoheritage in protected areas
December 2023
This paper is part of the scope of cultural geodiversity and mobilizes photography in order to understand the role it has played in the knowledge of geodiversity and in the recognition of geoheritage....
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An approach to developing and protecting linear heritage tourism: The construction of cultural heritage corridor of traditional villages in Mentougou District using GIS
December 2023
There are about 180 villages in Mentougou District. The typical regional landscape characteristics and profound cultural, historical and geographical value of these ancient villages have rendered the...
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The Matterhorn, an emblematic mountain in Switzerland, the time scales of a geomorphosite
December 2023
The Matterhorn, a famous mountain in the Swiss Alps is a well characterized geomorphosite, presenting both an important scientific interest and aesthetic, cultural and economic values in Switzerland....
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