Geoheritage and Sustainable Development in Yimengshan Geopark

Cai, Yinlu; Wu, Fadong; Han, Jie; Chen, Hao

doi:10.1007/s12371-019-00348-3

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“…According to Kubalíková [91], the SWOT analysis is a qualitative assessment tool that integrates the knowledge of experts with the perception of the local population, and which provides meaningful information for authorities interested in new development alternatives. This analysis has already been used in the qualitative evaluation of places of geological interest in different zones [71,[91][92][93][94][95].…”

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Assessment of Geomorphosites for Geotourism in the Northern Part of the “Ruta Escondida” (Quito, Ecuador)

Carrión-Mero

Ayala-Granda²,

Serrano-Ayala³

et al. 2020

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The relevant geomorphological characteristics of territory represent an essential part of its natural heritage. They are also an asset to be exploited for stimulating socio-economic development. The “Ruta Escondida” in Ecuador constitutes a historical place full of culture and landscapes that have been shaped over time by geological and geomorphological processes. Among the geomorphological features of the study area, volcanic cones, hilltops, terraces, foothills and glacial valleys stand out. The aims of this work were: (1) to characterize 18 places of geomorphological interest, located in the northern part of the Ruta Escondida and (2) to propose alternatives (geotourism) to contribute to the local development of the area. The applied methodology included: (1) the compilation of geomorphological elements; (2) the assessment of geomorphosites using the Inventario Español de Lugares de Interés Geológico (IELIG) method and (3) a strengths–opportunities–weaknesses–threats analysis of the contribution and influence of geomorphosites in the development of the study area. With this work, it was possible to determine that all the analyzed geomorphological sites have a high and very high interest. The strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis revealed that the geomorphosites could provide significant added value to the development of geotourism on the route, complementing the already known cultural and historical attractions.

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Assessment of Geomorphosites for Geotourism in the Northern Part of the “Ruta Escondida” (Quito, Ecuador)

Carrión-Mero

Ayala-Granda²,

Serrano-Ayala³

et al. 2020

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“…In comparison with the geomorphosite concept, the SWOT analysis represents an even more comprehensible tool for assessing geotourist resources. It is easily understandable for authorities, members of Local Action Groups, and other subjects that aim to participate in geotourism development, and thus can serve a simple way for assessing geotourist resources and setting the directions and possibilities of geotourism development as proved by numerous studies; e.g., [21,44,46,54,55].…”

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confidence: 99%

Assessing Geotourism Resources on a Local Level: A Case Study from Southern Moravia (Czech Republic)

Kubalíková

2019

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In the last decades, the geotourism has shown a considerable growth all over the world and it is appreciated and accepted as a useful tool for promoting natural and cultural heritage and for fostering local and regional economic development, especially within rural areas. Geotourism focus especially on the geological and geomorphological aspects of the landscape; however, according to the current holistic approach, it also builds on the close relations between geodiversity and other assets of the territory, such as biodiversity, archaeological and cultural values, gastronomy or architecture. Currently, geotourism activities are promoted mainly within geoparks, but other regions also possess an important geotourism potential. A complex assessment of the geotourism resources of a particular area is crucial for geotourism-development. The paper presents two case studies from Southern Moravia (Czech Republic) where the assessment of geotourism’s potential was made by using the geomorphosite concept and extended SWOT analysis. Results show that these areas (situated outside the geoparks or large-scale protected areas and not far from a big city) have considerable potential for geotourism development, and geodiversity can be considered an important resource for local and regional development. Based on this, conclusions about the possibilities of geotourism development outside the geoparks are outlined.

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“…UNESCO-recognised geoparks and geopark projects use Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) analysis to identify strategic plans and geotourism development within a sustainability framework, e.g. Yimengshan Geopark (Cai et al 2019 ), Geopark Merangin Jambi in Indonesia (Wibowo et al 2019 ), “Litoral del Biobío” Mining Geopark project in Chile (Ferraro et al 2020 ), and proposed geopark Uzundere in Turkey (Özgeriş and Karahan 2021 ).…”

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Georoutes as a Basis for Territorial Development of the Pacific Coast of South America: a Case Study

Herrera-Franco

Mora-Frank

Kovács³

et al. 2022

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Geoheritage and Sustainable Development in Yimengshan Geopark

Cited by 31 publications

References 23 publications

Assessment of Geomorphosites for Geotourism in the Northern Part of the “Ruta Escondida” (Quito, Ecuador)

Assessment of Geomorphosites for Geotourism in the Northern Part of the “Ruta Escondida” (Quito, Ecuador)

Assessing Geotourism Resources on a Local Level: A Case Study from Southern Moravia (Czech Republic)

Georoutes as a Basis for Territorial Development of the Pacific Coast of South America: a Case Study

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