International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks最新文献

{"title":"Application of bivariate mapping to assess geodiversity and its geomorphic constraints: A case study in Kuwait","authors":"Abdullatif Alyaqout,&nbsp;Faisal Anzah","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.01.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2025.01.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Geodiversity assessment is a critical preliminary step for geoconservation planning and represents the foundation for any rich biodiversity system. The purposes of this research were to identify the geomorphic constraints that influence the geodiversity in Kuwait, and how bivariate choropleth mapping can be implemented as an innovative approach to visualize geodiversity results along with the geomorphic constraints synchronously. The assessment of geodiversity involves several abiotic elements, including geology, geomorphology, soil, and hydrology. In arid regions, such as Kuwait, geomorphic factors such as sand encroachment and soil erosion limit the resilience of ecosystems. Therefore, considering these factors during a geodiversity analysis is a substantial matter. Additionally, using bivariate choropleth mapping as an advanced cartographic method should leverage the integration between the geodiversity results and the geomorphic constraints. After we applied the centroid-based geodiversity index analysis, excluding restricted areas, the results showed that a high geodiversity index covered about 10% of Kuwait's area and was found mostly north of Kuwait Bay and towards the middle of the country. Combining the geodiversity index with the geomorphic constraints in a bivariate map revealed that about 11.8%, excluding restricted areas, consisted of optimum sites to be proposed as geoconservations. Despite the significance of geodiversity assessment in arid regions, it is also important to consider the geomorphic constraints that could limit the suitability of a given area of land to be protected.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"13 1","pages":"Pages 17-30"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143479604","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Integrating GIS, 3D-Isovist, and an NSGA-II multi-objective optimization algorithm for automation of design process in urban parks and public open spaces","authors":"Karim Zandniapour ,&nbsp;Akram Soroush ,&nbsp;Ehsan Khezerlu Agdam ,&nbsp;Haniyeh Sanaieian","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.08.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.08.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Advanced digital tools in landscape architecture are mostly limited to visualization and presentation of alternatives. However, they can potentially be used in different design stages. In this paper, we propose a method to approach a design problem as a multi-objective problem (MOP) and integrate advanced digital techniques into an automated landscape design framework to exploit their superior computational capabilities. We combined geographic information system (GIS) tools for mapping of the site, 3D Isovists for analyses, and a meta-heuristic method (constrained Non-dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm-2 or NSGA-II), to search in the continuous solution space (fitness landscape). The case study was an urban park in Tehran, Iran, and the focus was on spatial-visual characteristics of the green space. The results showed that the NSGA-2 was able to solve the complex design problem with 185 trees and 66 observers. The algorithm produced a Pareto-frontier consisting of four optimal solutions that, compared to the existing state of the park, showed more than 18% and 12 % improvement according to Tree View and Building View, respectively. These results confirmed the applicability of our proposed semi-automated design framework. This study is of interest to both professional practitioners and academics of landscape architecture since it can help bridge the gap between scientific assessment and its application in real-world design studies. The proposed method can be further developed to take other design considerations into account and also has the potential to be of use in other related design fields.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"13 1","pages":"Pages 1-16"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143464113","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Assessment of educational potential in Arouca and Estrela UNESCO Global Geoparks (Portugal) for multi-level students and teachers","authors":"Jesús Enrique Martínez-Martín ,&nbsp;Pilar Ester Mariñoso ,&nbsp;Emmaline M. Rosado-González ,&nbsp;Alexandra Paz ,&nbsp;Artur A. Sá","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The current trend in education is to adopt a direct and efficient system that adapts to the needs of students at all levels. This approach emphasizes the importance of creating an accessible and enjoyable learning environment that integrates with the social context. The main purpose of this study is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the educational contribution of UGGps, irrespective of their level, origin, or purpose of visit, beyond the acquisssition of knowledge. The UNESCO Global Geoparks (UGGps) are recognized as educational models in the field of geosciences and sustainability due to their territorial management plan and purpose. This study examines the activities carried out in the Arouca and Estrela UGGps in Portugal, using validated questionnaires to gather feedback from students and teachers. The analysis aims to identify the strengths, challenges, and overall effectiveness of these UGGps as an alternative approach to multidisciplinary education. With a total sample of 325 students and 167 teachers, the results, from the students and teachers perspective, show a positive and valid environment for multilevel education reflected on a positive answer rate of 86% among students and 88% among teachers. As it is shown in the results, UGGps are valid territories for multilevel teaching of Earth Sciences and many other subjects. This conclusions represent a great opportunity to promote heritage protection and sustainable development education from these territories, something that, in fact, is extremely relevant in the social context in which we find ourselves.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"12 4","pages":"Pages 517-530"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142747336","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Urban amusement parks of Midnapore (West Bengal, India): Utility, accessibility and structural diversity","authors":"Anirban Baitalik ,&nbsp;Arnab Kumar Chakraborty ,&nbsp;Tanmoyee Bhattacharjee","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Urban parks significantly enhance the urban residents' quality of life, offering spaces for recreation that positively impact physical and mental well-being. This comprehensive study, involving 400 diverse respondents, delves into urban park usage, visitor preferences, and attributes, shedding light on their crucial role in urban planning and community welfare. Demographic factors such as age, gender, religion, education, and health were analyzed, underscoring the importance of inclusive park design. Most participants frequented parks, favoring walking, biking, and motorbikes for transportation. While accessibility generally received positive feedback, some respondents faced challenges due to long travel times, hinting at potential distribution disparities. The study also explored willingness to pay for park access, revealing varying pricing opinions and aiding in sustainable park management decisions. Satisfaction levels varied across parks, with higher scores associated with diverse green spaces, well-maintained facilities, and safety measures. Preferences were influenced by factors like distance and cost. Structural diversity analysis highlighted varying degrees of diversity among parks, emphasizing the importance of diverse amenities, accessible design, and sustainable management practices. These insights offer valuable guidance for urban planners and park authorities to address community needs and foster well-being and community connection in urban spaces.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"12 4","pages":"Pages 558-579"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143097227","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Adapting Values-Beliefs-Norms (VBN) model and the Value-Identity-Personal norm (VIP) model into ecotourism intention: A case study of Cat Tien National Park, Vietnam","authors":"The-Bao Luong","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.008","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study investigates the adaptation of the Values-Beliefs-Norms (VBN) model and the Value-Identity-Personal norm (VIP) model into the context of ecotourism intention. Specifically focusing on Cat Tien National Park in Vietnam, the research explores the relationships between biospheric values, environmental beliefs, environmental self-identity, personal norms, and ecotourism intention. The study involves 530 Vietnamese tourists as participants. The findings reveal several significant direct effects: biospheric values positively influence environmental belief/self-identity, while environmental belief/self-identity positively impacts personal norms. Moreover, personal norms positively influence ecotourism intention. The study also uncovers the mediating role of personal norms. These results highlight the importance of values, beliefs, self-identity, and personal norms in shaping tourists' intentions toward ecotourism, supporting the VBN and VIP models. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners in promoting sustainable tourism practices and fostering environmentally responsible behaviors among tourists visiting Cat Tien National Park and similar ecotourism destinations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"12 4","pages":"Pages 621-635"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143097237","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Assessment of forest fires impacts on geoheritage: A study in the Estrela UNESCO Global Geopark, Portugal","authors":"Jéssica Gonçalves ,&nbsp;Emanuel de Castro ,&nbsp;Fábio Loureiro ,&nbsp;Paulo Pereira","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The main purpose of this study was the development of a methodology to assess the potential impacts of forest fires on geoheritage through a systematic and practical approach. The proposed methodology was applied to the geoheritage of the Estrela UNESCO Global Geopark (UGGp) in Portugal, following a forest fire in August 2022 that affected approximately 15% of its geosites (22 out of 147). A total of 20 geosites were selected for analysis, including eight directly impacted by the fire and 12 that remained unaffected. The assessment framework integrates vulnerability and hazard factors. Vulnerability was quantified based on two primary criteria: geosites value and their educational and touristic uses. Each criterion was operationalized through defined parameters and indicators, supported by standardized guidelines for evaluation. Forest fire hazard data were obtained from the Portuguese Institute for the Conservation of Nature and Forests (ICNF). The degradation risk was calculated as a function of these two factors. The results indicate that the highest vulnerability level identified was “low,” signifying the absence of substantial loss in scientific value. However, discernible impacts on cultural, scenic and ecological values, and on educational/touristic uses were observed across most geosites. The maximum degradation risk was classified as “medium,” suggesting that the predominant granite and glacial landforms within the study area exhibit a relatively high degree of resilience to forest fire-induced damage. The findings underscore the importance of implementing targeted management strategies to mitigate the impacts of forest fires within the Estrela UGGp. Moreover, the methodology offers a transferable framework for geoheritage degradation risk assessment, which could be applied in diverse contexts to further enhance the understanding and conservation of geoheritage.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"12 4","pages":"Pages 580-605"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143141180","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Green tourist behavior analysis and its relationship with the choice of eco-tourism destination: An empirical study","authors":"José Manuel Vicente","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Travelers may now actively support environmental protection while having a great time on their trips thanks to the growing trend of eco-tourism. This study aims to examine, while accounting for pro-environmental behavior, the effects of digital green marketing and visitors' environmental attitudes on their willingness to return to eco-destinations. In addition, the hypothesis was investigated in this work using the structural equation model (SEM). The study's findings suggest that visitors' attitudes about the environment and digital green marketing have a positive influence on their environmental behavior. Moreover, it has been found that tourists' intentions to return are positively impacted by their ecologically conscious conduct. Studies have indicated that travelers' intentions to return to eco-destinations are significantly influenced by their pro-environmental conduct. By examining the relationship between digital green marketing initiatives, travelers' pro-environmental views and actions, tourism ecosystems, and their intention to return to eco-destinations, this study will add to the body of current work. Additionally, the study's findings will provide clear guidance to destination marketing organizations (DMOs) on how to effectively market their eco-destinations, which will motivate travelers to follow responsible travel guidelines and encourage return trips to these eco-friendly locations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"12 4","pages":"Pages 544-557"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143097226","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Spatio-temporal variations of the LUCC of the Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary in the past 40 years and its sustainable development","authors":"Yuxuan Xia ,&nbsp;Bihong Fu","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, as a UNESCO natural heritage site, is a critical habitat for migratory birds along the East Atlantic Flyway (EAF). The bird habitat has undergone the dramatic variations of the Land Use and Land Cover Change (LUCC) under the influence of climate change and human activities, posing a serious threat to the survival of migratory birds along the EAF. In order to explore the spatio-temporal variations of LUCC in Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary during 1984 to 2023, this study employs multitemporal satellite image data to extract the LUCC of this heritage site and adjacent region, and comprehensively analyze the impact factors induced the variations of LUCC. Our results show that it went through two stages of the significant change in LUCC over the past 40 years. The first stage of significant change is from 1984 to 1990, when the areas of soil land and saline soil land had largely transformed into water bodies, vegetation, and wetlands. The areas of soil and saline soil land were decreased by 28.86% and 8.96%, respectively. Meanwhile, the areas of wetland, water body and vegetation increased to 30.53%, 4.92% and 2.37%, separately. The second stage of significant change in LUCC is from 2000 to 2010, while the area of vegetation (including the invasive plants) increased significantly to 54.02%, and the areas of water bodies, wetlands, and saline soil areas decreased to 6.19%, 10.37%, and 10.05% respectively. At the same time, the area of agricultural land around the heritage site rapidly increased from 13.292 km² in 2006 to 114.2603 km² in 2023. These significant variations of LUCC led to a decrease in the number of migratory birds, and the Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary had been listed as List of World Heritage in Danger twice by the World Heritage Committee. The major factors contributing to these significant changes in LUCC are mainly caused by human activities, such as the construction of the Diama Dam and improper use of upstream of the dam, as well as the expansion of agricultural land around the heritage site. Thus, we suggest that the heritage administrative authorities should make relevant measures to scientifically minimize the impact of human activities on ecosystem of the heritage site, and conduct regularly an integrated “space-to-ground” monitoring and assessment of water usage of the dam, controlling of invasive plants, strictly regulating the expansion of agricultural land within the heritage site and adjacent region.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"12 4","pages":"Pages 636-648"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143141179","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The tourism attractiveness of the Moroccan archaeological site of Volubilis: An analysis of the determinants through analytic hierarchy process (AHP)","authors":"Khalil Ksissou,&nbsp;Amine El Kadri,&nbsp;Mohammed El-Khodary,&nbsp;Sabah Trid","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.007","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.11.007","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The primary objective of this research is to assess the tourism attractiveness of the World Heritage Site of Volubilis located in Morocco. Utilizing the analytic hierarchy process methodology, we have structured our research problem into a hierarchical model related to the tourism attractiveness of Volubilis. Data collection involved the administration of a questionnaire in two stages: initially, to 7 experts to identify pertinent determinants, resulting in a total of thirty-four (34) criteria; subsequently, to 32 experts to gather their perspectives on determinants influencing the tourism attractiveness of Volubilis. The main findings indicate that unique historic remains (attraction), museums (attraction), maintained trails and paths (accessibility), and archaeological parks (amenities) emerge as the most significant attributes influencing the tourism attractiveness of Volubilis. From an academic perspective, our research contributes to the literature on the tourism attractiveness of archaeological sites, particularly those situated in rural and open areas. Additionally, it provides valuable insights for planning tourism development and guiding strategic decisions for heritage managers and tourism professionals.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"12 4","pages":"Pages 606-620"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143097228","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Geological heritage in UNESCO's World Heritage List: A critical review","authors":"Carles Canet ,&nbsp;Driselda Sánchez-Aguirre ,&nbsp;Laeticia García-Sánchez ,&nbsp;Elizabeth Castañeda-Bastida","doi":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.09.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ijgeop.2024.09.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The UNESCO World Heritage Convention (WHC), established in 1972, aims to protect and conserve cultural and natural heritage of outstanding universal value (OUV). Properties nominated for inscription on the World Heritage List must demonstrate OUV and meet at least one of ten criteria. The importance of geological values with respect to global heritage was recognized early on and is specifically outlined in criterion (viii). The Advisory Bodies of UNESCO evaluate nominated properties, including geological ones, with input from the International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) in this case. A systematic analysis of geoheritage properties on the list reveals marked trends and patterns, highlighting a persistent geographic imbalance, along with a predominance of aesthetic aspects of abiotic nature, with less emphasis on less evident geological themes. Thus, the more visual aspects of geology prevailed in the selection of geoheritage properties. In this way, geological heritage in the WHC remains subordinated to landscape aesthetics and ecological aspects, and there is a striking concentration of properties (50%) in Europe and North America. While only seven properties from the World Heritage List coincide with a UNESCO Global Geopark (UGGps). The rise of the UGGps program signals a shift towards greater recognition and conservation of geological heritage at both community and international levels.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36117,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks","volume":"12 4","pages":"Pages 531-543"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143141175","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}