Managing Archaeological Heritage in the Land of Frankincense: The Al Baleed Archaeological Park as a Model for Sustainable Valorisation

A sustainable model for managing archaeological heritage has been successfully demonstrated through the Al Baleed Archaeological Park in Oman, part of the UNESCO Land of Frankincense site. This approach integrates stratigraphic excavation, digital recording, 3D modeling, and augmented reality to enhance public accessibility while preserving scientific documentation. The study highlights how combining these methodologies fosters community engagement, promotes sustainable territorial development, and balances preservation with social use of heritage. This holistic strategy offers a scalable template for other UNESCO World Heritage Sites seeking to valorize archaeological assets responsibly.

Pavan, A. (2026). Gestione del patrimonio archeologico nella Terra dell’incenso: il Parco Archeologico di Al Baleed (Salalah, Sultanato dell’Oman) come modello di valorizzazione sostenibile / Managing Archaeological Heritage in the Land of Frankincense: The Al Baleed Archaeological Park as a Model for Sustainable Valorisation. Il Capitale Culturale. Studies on the Value of Cultural Heritage, (33), 15–39. https://doi.org/10.13138/2039-2362/4300