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Use of forest products by the local people of the Salonga National Park in the Congo

Salonga National Park — 2014 — WHEFDD9337378

Local communities in Salonga National Park, Congo, exhibit a positive attitude toward forest resources, with their diverse needs aligning closely with the park's vast potential for sustainable product exploitation. A survey across four villages revealed that the park's forests could meet population demands without compromising long-term resource conservation, suggesting a viable model for sustainable forest management. This study highlights the critical role of local knowledge and community participation in balancing material needs with ecological preservation, advocating for integrated policies that prioritize both human well-being and biodiversity protection.

Villamayor Stone (Golden Stone) as a Global Heritage Stone Resource from Salamanca (NW of Spain)

Old City of Salamanca — 2014 — WHE9C7DD8EC94

Villamayor Stone (VS), also known as Golden Stone or Franca Stone, is proposed as a Global Heritage Stone Resource due to its historical significance and unique characteristics. This arkosic stone, quarried in Villamayor de Armuña, Salamanca, Spain, is renowned for its ochreous/golden patina and has been used in the construction of prominent monuments such as the Old Cathedral, New Cathedral, University façade, and the Roman Bridge. The study highlights VS's importance in Salamanca's architectural heritage, noting its continued use in monument restoration despite economic challenges that have reduced its application in new buildings. The research emphasizes the need to protect its quarries and masonry craft for future generations, advocating for its recognition as a Global Heritage Stone Resource.

Violence indicators in Quebrada de Humahuaca, Jujuy, Argentina: The Regional Development Period from a regional perspective

Quebrada de Humahuaca — 2014 — WHEFCD3478A33

A high frequency of interpersonal violence-related trauma was identified among populations from Quebrada de Humahuaca, Argentina, during the Late Regional Development Period (1250–1430 AD). Bioarchaeological analysis of 153 skulls from three sites—Los Amarillos, La Huerta, and Yacoraite—revealed that most injuries were antemortem, indicating survivors. Violence affected both men and women equally across age groups but varied geographically, with the highest trauma frequency at Yacoraite and trophy skulls predominantly found at La Huerta. Nonparametric statistical tests confirmed these differences, providing evidence of social conflict during this period.

Visualizing the Rideau Canal through early budget estimates, 1823–1824

Rideau Canal — 2014 — WHEF12100738A

Early budget estimates for the Rideau Canal (1823–1824) reveal their dual role as both visual and rhetorical tools, offering new insights into 19th-century capital budgeting practices in North American canal construction. Samuel Clowes' estimates were designed not only to quantify costs but also to guide readers' visualization of the proposed waterway through structured layouts and descriptive commentary. The study demonstrates how these documents leveraged rationality and visual aids to persuade stakeholders, bridging accounting practices with historical engineering narratives.

Wind Field Analysis for a Tulou (Earthen Building) in Fujian, China — “A Case Study of Eryi Lou”

Fujian Tulou — 2014 — WHE4E69038596

A study on the Eryi Lou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Fujian's largest round tulou (earthen buildings), reveals that its traditional architecture excels in natural ventilation. Using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations, researchers analyzed the wind field around this structure, considering incompressible isothermal turbulent airflow to assess its ventilation performance. The findings highlight the superior efficiency of the round earthen building's design in facilitating natural air movement, offering insights that could inform future ecological architecture. This research underscores the ingenuity and adaptability of vernacular dwellings in mountainous regions.

World Heritage as discourse: knowledge, discipline and dissonance in Fujian Tulou sites

Fujian Tulou — 2014 — WHE7BF6315280

Fujian Tulou's official World Heritage discourse, while emphasizing harmony between human habitat and nature, functions similarly to Western heritage narratives by privileging expert knowledge and governmental authority over local voices. This study reveals that the harmony discourse, despite its intent to foster societal cohesion, creates significant dissonance among inhabitants by marginalizing local residents' roles in conservation and legitimizing governmental power through framing non-heritage practices like public health and moral norms. The research compares Fujian Tulou's discourse with authorized heritage discourse using textual analysis, highlighting the hegemonic nature of both narratives.

‘On Thin Ice’: The Polar Displays at the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich

Maritime Greenwich — 2013 — WHE568B33B80A

Polar exploration displays at the National Maritime Museum (NMM) in Greenwich, UK, reveal that while British Empire’s influence waned, its legacy persisted through narratives of heroism and national identity. The museum’s collections, spanning 19th-century Arctic voyages and early 20th-century Antarctic expeditions—including those of Scott and Shackleton—demonstrate how Polar exploration became a symbolic cornerstone of British identity, intertwining with Empire, science, and cultural imagination. This study examines how museums sustain such narratives even after the decline of colonial power, highlighting their role in shaping public perceptions of history and nationhood.

‘Those Who Labor for My Happiness’: Slavery at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

Monticello and the University of Virginia in Charlottesville — 2013 — WHE18F3A29A10

Thomas Jefferson's Monticello is revealed as a complex site where the ideals of Enlightenment co-existed with the harsh reality of slavery. Lucia Stanton's 2012 study, 'Those Who Labor for My Happiness': Slavery at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, challenges the romanticized narratives of Jefferson's life by meticulously examining the lived experiences of enslaved individuals and their contributions to the estate. Through archival research, oral histories, and archaeological evidence, Stanton reconstructs the lives of over 600 enslaved people, highlighting their labor, resistance, and agency within the Monticello community. The study underscores the duality of Monticello as both a symbol of democratic ideals and a site deeply entrenched in the institution of slavery, offering a nuanced perspective on its historical significance.

“Pure Land”: Inhabiting the Mogao Caves at Dunhuang

Mogao Caves — 2013 — WHE768CBF5B6B

Two innovative exhibition installations, 'Pure Land: Inside the Mogao Grottoes at Dunhuang' and its augmented reality edition, offer immersive digital experiences of Cave 220, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its vulnerable yet invaluable collection of paintings and sculptures. By integrating high-resolution archaeological datasets—including photography and 3D models—with interactive display systems, these installations provide visitors with transformative, personalized encounters that advance cultural heritage preservation. The projects exemplify new strategies for interpreting heritage landscapes, leveraging phenomenology and panoramic immersion to redefine virtual heritage experiences.

“Society and Daily Life Practices in Qatar Before Oil Industry, A Historic Study in light of Texts and Archaeological Evidence”

Al Zubarah Archaeological Site — 2013 — WHE65081B8EAF

Al-Zubarah, a 17th to mid-20th century walled town in Qatar, offers profound insights into pre-oil society and daily life practices in the Gulf region. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, its strategic coastal location, fortified architecture, and rich material culture reveal its significance as a major pearl and trade hub. Excavations, led by Qatari missions and later the University of Copenhagen in collaboration with Qatar Museum Authority, uncovered palaces, courtyards, mosques, markets, and tools from diverse regions, providing a comprehensive view of Islamic trade planning, social structures, and cultural exchanges. This study reconstructs societal dynamics, gender roles, communal identity, and regional interactions through architectural remains, material artifacts, and textual evidence, offering a nuanced understanding of Qatar's historical landscape before the oil era.

A Comparative Study of Space Characteristics of Chinese Summer Palace and Korean Changdeokgung Palace Garden from the Aspect of Horizontal Tablet

Summer Palace, an Imperial Garden in Beijing — 2013 — WHEEA6301306F

Horizontal tablets in the Chinese Summer Palace and Korean Changdeokgung Palace Garden serve as significant cultural and architectural elements, reflecting distinct philosophical and landscape interpretations. In the Summer Palace, these tablets often emphasize natural landscapes and phenomena, deepening spatial meaning through literary expression. Conversely, in Changdeokgung, they strongly reflect Confucian ideals, underscoring moral and spiritual connections inherent to the era's architecture. This comparative study reveals that horizontal tablets not only physically connect architectural elements but also encapsulate the cognitive and cultural nuances of their respective imperial contexts, offering a deeper understanding of these UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

A Guide to Taxila

Taxila — 2013 — WHE754545D3BA

A comprehensive guide to the ruins of Taxila, this work reveals significant insights into the historical and topographical significance of the site. Led by Sir John Marshall, a renowned British archaeologist, the book combines detailed excavation findings with illustrative figures, a glossary of technical terms, and an extensive bibliography. It provides a concise yet thorough exploration of Taxila's architectural groups and their contents, offering valuable context for anyone interested in archaeology or the history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A List of the Butterflies of Ujung Kulon National Park, Java, Indonesia

Ujung Kulon National Park — 2013 — WHE38B5362AB7

A comprehensive survey of butterfly species in Ujung Kulon National Park, Indonesia, identified 101 species during recent fieldwork conducted in 2005, 2006, and 2010. This brings the total recorded butterfly diversity in the park to 177 species, providing an updated and expanded inventory for this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The study compared these findings with previous records, highlighting the significance of Ujung Kulon as a biodiversity hotspot. The research relied on direct collection and observation data, offering a detailed baseline for future ecological studies in the region.

A new species of Leptolalax (Anura: Megophryidae) from Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak, East Malaysia (Borneo)

Gunung Mulu National Park — 2013 — WHE9D29FB4B77

Researchers have identified a new species of frog, belonging to the genus Leptolalax, within Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak, East Malaysia (Borneo). This discovery was made through morphological analysis, distinguishing it from previously described species such as Leptolalax dringi and Leptolalax gracilis. The new species exhibits unique traits including a large body size, rounded snout, bipartite subgular vocal sac in males, basal toe webbing, and a distinctive advertisement call with high-frequency modulation. This finding highlights the biodiversity richness of Gunung Mulu National Park and contributes to our understanding of amphibian diversity in Borneo.

A new species of Pristimantis (Amphibia: Anura: Strabomantidae) from the Río Abiseo National Park, Peru

Río Abiseo National Park — 2013 — WHEC9EE25CF92

Researchers have identified a new species of Pristimantis frog within the Río Abiseo National Park, Peru. This discovery, documented through morphological analysis, highlights distinctive features such as a broad, fleshy snout process and unique coloration patterns, including rusty reddish-brown dorsum with lighter blotches or tannish-brown chevrons. The new species differs significantly from its closest relative, P. phoxocephalus, in size, presence of dentigerous processes on the vomers, inner tarsal folds, heel tubercles, and groin mottling. Specimens were collected at elevations ranging from 2650 to 3000 meters, with adult females measuring 24.9–34.2 mm and males 15.3–23.5 mm in snout-vent length. This finding contributes to the biodiversity documentation of the Río Abiseo National Park.

A new species of shrew-opossum (Paucituberculata: Caenolestidae) with a phylogeny of extant caenolestids

Sangay National Park — 2013 — WHEA4F61BF844

Researchers have identified a new species of shrew-opossum, Caenolestes sangay, within Sangay National Park, Ecuador. This discovery expands the known diversity of northern shrew-opossums (Caenolestes), which are endemic to the northern Andes. The new species is characterized by distinctive morphological features, including a large major palatine foramen and a diastema between teeth I4 and C. Phylogenetic analysis suggests C. sangay is closely related to C. caniventer. The study highlights the region's high biodiversity but also underscores threats from habitat fragmentation due to road construction and land conversion. Limited sampling on the eastern Andes slopes restricts a full understanding of its distribution, emphasizing the need for further research in this understudied area.

A Possible Harappan Astronomical Observatory at Dholavira

Dholavira: a Harappan City — 2013 — WHE4990F3606E

Research suggests that Dholavira, a significant Harappan port city located on the Rann of Kutch, may have housed an astronomical observatory. The study focuses on two circular rooms within the site's structures, proposing that strategically placed holes in their ceilings could have facilitated the internal movement of sunlight, indicating advanced astronomical knowledge. By analyzing these architectural features, the authors argue that such dedicated structures likely existed across major Harappan cities, reflecting a sophisticated understanding of astronomy during this ancient civilization.

A Study on Evaluation of the Ancient Historic District for the Preservation and Development of Ancient Capital - Focus on the Pilot Project Districts in Ancient Capital Gyoengju -

Gyeongju Historic Areas — 2013 — WHE2DB54D6A46

A comprehensive evaluation of Gyeongju's historic districts identified Daereungwon and Gyo-dong as the most valuable areas for preservation, with scores of 78.34 and 76.14 respectively. This study utilized the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to establish a value assessment system for ancient capital preservation, focusing on 10 pilot project districts in Gyeongju's 'Ancient Capital Preservation Plan.' The research proposed efficient preservation and development strategies tailored to each district type, building upon the revised 'Historic City Preservative and Development Law' of 2012. This approach aims to balance cultural heritage conservation with sustainable urban development.

A Study on the Vineyard Landscape Conservation in France

Jurisdiction of Saint-Emilion — 2013 — WHE8423AF9CB4

The designation of the Jurisdiction of Saint-Emilion as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999 has significantly advanced vineyard landscape conservation in France. This recognition, combined with the rise of wine tourism, has prompted the integration of cultural property protection measures, urban planning, and the controlled designation of origin (AOC) system to safeguard heritage landscapes. The study highlights how the National AOC Institute (INAO) and local wine syndicates collaborate with architects from the Bureau des Architectes des Bâtiments de France (ABF) to ensure effective heritage management. This multidisciplinary approach underscores the importance of combining regulatory frameworks, architectural expertise, and local governance in preserving culturally significant landscapes.

A theoretical framework for investigating ecological problems associated with biodiversity conservation in national parks: A case of the Rwenzori Mountains National Park, Uganda

Rwenzori Mountains National Park — 2013 — WHEDA49539F80

A theoretical framework was developed to address the complex ecological problems associated with biodiversity conservation in the Rwenzori Mountains National Park, Uganda. This framework integrates multiple interlinked variables to guide research questions, design, and data interpretation, enabling reasoned predictions or exploratory directions. The study highlights the importance of such frameworks in understanding the 'when, how, and why' of ecological phenomena, particularly in complex situations involving human behavior and conservation challenges.