The Impacts of Tourism Development on the Archaeological Site of Petra and Local Communities in Surrounding Villages

Tourism development at Petra, Jordan's UNESCO World Heritage Site, while economically beneficial, has led to significant deterioration of the archaeological site and negative social impacts on local communities. The study highlights damage to site features and the adoption of undesirable values by residents in surrounding villages. It proposes strategies for more sustainable tourism practices to mitigate these effects.

Mustafa, M. H., & Tayeh, S. N. A. (2011). The Impacts of Tourism Development on the Archaeological Site of Petra and Local Communities in Surrounding Villages. Asian Social Science, 7(8). https://doi.org/10.5539/ass.v7n8p88