World Heritage Site: Costiera Amalfitana
Publication Year: 2018
Publication Type: Dissertation
Publication Identifier: WHEF75B3A9AA7
Summary
A strong sense of identity and pride among residents of the Amalfi Coast, reinforced by UNESCO recognition, plays a pivotal role in sustaining cultural heritage and driving tourism growth. This study highlights how local communities actively promote their region despite economic disparities, such as the North-South divide, to attract visitors. The research confirms that foreign tourists prioritize the region's natural beauty and cultural appeal over socio-economic challenges, contributing to its rise in global recognition—Positano, for instance, earned a spot in TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards. Statistical data on tourism trends further validate this upward trajectory, underscoring the interplay between heritage preservation, local initiative, and international appeal.
Citation
Jordak, C.-S. (2018). Un viaggio attraverso la Costiera Amalfitana. :None. https://doi.org/10.25365/THESIS.52431
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