World Heritage Site:
Twyfelfontein or /Ui-//aes
Publication Year:
2016
Publication Type:
Article
Publication Identifier:
WHEDB6AF6CEC4
Summary
Namibia successfully integrates contemporary architecture with its natural landscape, preserving the integrity of UNESCO World Heritage Sites while fostering sustainable tourism. The study highlights Twyfelfontein, a site rich in rock engravings and part of Namibia's unique desert and canyon landscapes, as an example where modern visitor centers, designed by Nina Maritz Architects, harmonize with the environment without causing harm. This approach has significantly contributed to Namibia's status as a safe and attractive tourist destination, boosting local economies through responsible tourism development.
Citation
Rynkowska-Sachse, A. (2016). Współczesne centra turystyczne w naturalnym krajobrazie Namibii na przykładzie realizacji Nina Maritz Architects. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/ZENODO.7962755