Thinking heritage places in Latin America: frameworks and reflections on historic urban areas

A comparative analysis of heritage theories in Latin America and the Caribbean reveals limited integration of progressive frameworks into development plans, despite shared conceptual ground among positivist approaches, critical theories, and imaginaries. The study identifies gaps between urban planning laws, conservation rules, tourism strategies, and social heritage use, highlighting a scarcity of good practices in historic urban areas like Lima's centre. By synthesizing key works and case studies, the research underscores persistent dissonances that hinder effective heritage management across the region.

Bassols i Gardella, N., Hiriart Pardo, C. A., Galán-Otero, M. L., & Lacarrieu, M. (2024). Thinking heritage places in Latin America: frameworks and reflections on historic urban areas. Journal of Heritage Tourism, 20(2), 155–170. https://doi.org/10.1080/1743873x.2024.2403450