San Cristóbal de La Laguna (Tenerife, Islas Canarias): nos gusta el patrimonio, pero sin el patrimonio

A study on San Cristóbal de La Laguna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tenerife, reveals that while the designation has brought economic benefits, particularly through tourism-driven services, it has also exacerbated inequality and threatened local identity. The research highlights how expert-led governance often overlooks community perceptions, leading to mismanagement of heritage and unsustainable development models. This finding is supported by a recent ICOMOS Spain report, which corroborates long-standing concerns raised by civil society. The study underscores the need for inclusive governance that balances heritage preservation with local needs.

Pérez González, E. M. ª., & Morales Casañas, D. (2022). San Cristóbal de La Laguna (Tenerife, Islas Canarias): nos gusta el patrimonio, pero sin el patrimonio. Revista PH. https://doi.org/10.33349/2022.107.5188