“Diffused Geoparks”: Territorial Integration as Solution for a Shared Sustainable Growth Based on Geotourism in Italy, Japan and Tunisia

The concept of a UNESCO Global Geopark (UGGp) itself implies that the integration of geological, biological and anthropogenic factors and related values, both tangible and intangible, are at the base of any interpretation, communication, educative practices and enhancement aiming at strengthening th...

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Published in:	Heritage
Main Authors:	Roberta Varriale, Laura Genovese, Barbara Aldighieri
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2022-08-01
Subjects:	geoparks geoheritage geotourism integration enhancement sustainable development
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2571-9408/5/3/109

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