Geotourism and geoparks for sustainable rural development and poverty alleviation: Huanggang Dabieshan UNESCO Global Geopark, China

Deng, Lihuan; Zou, Fenghui

doi:10.1080/08120099.2021.1965023

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“…Convolutional neural networks (CNNs), a significant advance in the field of machine learning algorithms, have had a profound impact on geology by revolutionising our understanding of geological landscapes 34 , 35 . Their ability to overcome the limitations of traditional algorithms, which focus exclusively on pixel-by-pixel classification and neglect spatial features, positions them as major transformation tools in this field.…”

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An integrated remote sensing, petrology, and field geology analyses for Neoproterozoic basement rocks in some parts of the southern Egyptian-Nubian Shield

El-Desoky,

Bachri,

El Mezayen

et al. 2024

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The main objective of this study was to use deep learning, and convolutional neural networks (CNN), integrated with field geology to identify distinct lithological units. The Samadia-Tunduba region of the South Eastern Desert of Egypt was mapped geologically for the first time thanks to the use of processed developed CNN algorithms using Landsat 9 OLI-2, which were further enhanced by geological fieldwork, spectral measurements of field samples, and petrographic examination. According to previously published papers, a significant difference was observed in the distribution of rocks and their boundaries, as well as the previously published geological maps that were not accurately compatible with the nature of the area. The many lithologic units in the region are refined using principal component analysis, color ratio composites, and false-color composites. These techniques demonstrated the ability to distinguish between various igneous and metamorphic rock types, especially metavolcanics, metasediments, granodiorite, and biotite monzogranite. The Key structural trends, lithological units, and wadis affecting the area under study are improved by the principal component analysis approach (PC 3, 2, 1), (PC 2, 3, 4), (PC 4, 3, 2), (PC 5, 4, 3), and (PC 6, 5, 4) in RGB, respectively. The best band ratios recorded in the area are recorded the good discrimination (6/5, 4/3, and 2/1), (4/2, 6/7, and 5/6), and (3/2, 5/6, and 4/6) for RGB. The classification map achieved an overall accuracy of 95.27%, and these results from Landsat-9 data were validated by field geology and petrographical studies. The results of this survey can make a significant difference to detailed geological studies. A detailed map of the new district has been prepared through a combination of deep learning and fieldwork.

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An integrated remote sensing, petrology, and field geology analyses for Neoproterozoic basement rocks in some parts of the southern Egyptian-Nubian Shield

El-Desoky,

Bachri,

El Mezayen

et al. 2024

Sci Rep

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“…The IMH obtained the declaration of the WHS together with the Wieliczka Salt Mine (Poland) [8]. In addition, the designation of mining spaces as "Geoparks" by UNESCO also highlights their geological characteristics [25,26].…”

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The Contribution of Tourism to Sustainable Rural Development in Peripheral Mining Spaces: The Riotinto Mining Basin (Andalusia, Spain)

Bahamonde-Rodríguez,

Šadeikaitė,

García-Delgado

2024

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Since the middle of the 20th century, the crisis of industrial mining activities in Western Europe has caused the cessation of mining, triggering a structural crisis. The necessity to look for alternatives has been widely discussed; among these alternatives, tourist activities based on mining heritage stand out. However, it is essential to address the study of those unattractive peripheral spaces in which new activities encounter obstacles to their development and face post-industrial and rural crises. The Riotinto Mining Basin (Huelva, Andalusia) represents an example of such rural spaces; it has an enormous cultural heritage, and the mine has recently been reactivated. The objective of this research is to analyze the contribution of mining tourism to sustainable rural development. The applied methodology was mixed and was based on interviews and secondary data. The results are (a) the achievement of the tourism value of the mining heritage; (b) the difficulties tourism faces in overcoming its peripheral condition; (c) the relative contribution of tourism to the improvement of the territorial image; (d) the lack of coordination among stakeholders; and (e) the limited contribution of tourism to sustainable rural development and its movement to a secondary economic role after the reopening of the mine.

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“…Each of the 169 UGGps across forty-four countries strives to activate geological resources within a sustainable economy through Geopark activities that maximize community participation and pro-mote the conservation values of local geoheritage (Deng and Zou, 2022;Lee and Jayakumar, 2021;Wang and Zouros, 2021). The full economic and participative potential of a UGGp is often achieved through effective collaborations with community enterprises and organizations using the Jeju Island UGGp brand (Dowling, 2011;Dowling and Newsome, 2018;Rosado-González, Palacio-Prieto and Sá, 2020).…”

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A case study of Geopark activation through Geobranding and Geotrails at the Jeju Island UNESCO Global Geopark, Republic of Korea

Jeon¹,

Koh²,

Southcott

2022

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This paper aims to identify the impact of Geotrails and 'Geobranded' activities on economic regeneration and public attitudes to conservation of geological heritage within the Jeju Island UNESCO Global Geopark. Prior to becoming Geopark sites, Suwolbong Peak Geotrail and the Gyorae Forest Geotrail were respectively in fishing and upland farming communities rarely visited by tourists. This paper outlines the changes experienced in the villages following Geotrail establishment and the operation of 'Geobranded' activities, which are resident-led programs operated in partnership with local enterprises and organizations under the Geopark Geobrand. Triangulated data from participant surveys, provincial statistics, and interviews with locals indicate that Geotrails contributed to increased local tourism revenue and economic activity, which was part of a wider increase in local households. Furthermore, event observations and survey data indicate that community participation, particularly through the Geoschool and Geoguide programs, contributed to increased local pride and awareness of geological heritage. A synergistic effect is observed between Geotrail activation, community participation, awareness of local geoheritage, and willingness to protect local Geosites. If implemented alongside education programs and efforts to maximize community participation, Geotrails could help establish a virtuous cycle between trail activation, community participation, and pride in geological heritage, helping inform how other Geosites utilize Geobrands for sustainable development.

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Geotourism and geoparks for sustainable rural development and poverty alleviation: Huanggang Dabieshan UNESCO Global Geopark, China

Cited by 8 publications

References 56 publications

An integrated remote sensing, petrology, and field geology analyses for Neoproterozoic basement rocks in some parts of the southern Egyptian-Nubian Shield

An integrated remote sensing, petrology, and field geology analyses for Neoproterozoic basement rocks in some parts of the southern Egyptian-Nubian Shield

The Contribution of Tourism to Sustainable Rural Development in Peripheral Mining Spaces: The Riotinto Mining Basin (Andalusia, Spain)

A case study of Geopark activation through Geobranding and Geotrails at the Jeju Island UNESCO Global Geopark, Republic of Korea

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