World Heritage Site:
Viñales Valley
Publication Year:
2013
Publication Type:
Article
Publication Identifier:
WHE1F5E6E45EB
Summary
A system of indicators was developed to assess the sustainability of tourism in Viñales Valley, Cuba, a UNESCO-recognized Cultural Landscape and national park. The study found that while the valley's small-scale tourist development aims to improve local living standards and preserve natural and cultural resources, its sustainability requires careful evaluation. By applying these indicators, researchers identified key areas for improvement to balance economic growth with environmental and cultural preservation, offering actionable recommendations for policymakers and stakeholders.
Citation
Pérez Albert, Y., & Nel·lo Endreu, M. (2013). Les indicateurs proposés pour l’évaluation de la durabilité du tourisme. Le cas vallée de Viñales (Cuba). Anales de Geografía de La Universidad Complutense, 33(1), 193–210. https://doi.org/10.5209/rev_aguc.2013.v33.n1.42225