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I ciabòt del sito UNESCO Langhe-Roero e Monferrato: problematiche di conservazione delle architetture rurali fragili quali componenti storico-culturali dei paesaggi vitivinicoli
Eight years after its UNESCO recognition, the Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont: Langhe-Roero and Monferrato has seen limited progress in preserving its fragile rural architecture, particularly the 'ciabòt,' which are critical to the site's historical and cultural identity. Despite updates to planning tools and declarations of notable cultural interest following the 2017 Regional Landscape Plan, conservation efforts remain insufficient to address the challenges of maintaining this heritage. The study evaluates the effectiveness of these measures, highlighting gaps in culturally sustainable development strategies for such landscapes.
Mitigating visual impacts of built structures: the contribution of mayors in the collaborative managing of a UNESCO cultural landscape
A study identifies effective mitigation strategies for visual impacts of built structures on the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont: Langhe-Roero and Monferrato. Through qualitative research involving interviews and focus groups with mayors from ten municipalities, conducted in 2015 and 2020, the study highlights tools and policies that can enhance landscape planning and heritage management. These strategies aim to preserve the authenticity of the cultural landscape while supporting its long-term conservation. The research also emphasizes the role of mayors as key stakeholders in managing visual impacts and promoting sustainable scenarios for the landscape.
UNESCO’s tangible and intangible cultural heritage: Sustainable development perspectives
A significant finding of this study is the identification and development of the relationship between tangible and intangible heritage as essential, interconnected resources for sustainable development. The research examines two illustrative UNESCO application paths: the recognition of The Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont: Langhe-Roero and Monferrato as a Cultural Landscape of World Heritage under the 1972 Convention, and the inscription of The Celebration of Celestinian Forgiveness in the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage under the 2003 Convention. By analyzing these case studies, the study advances an interdisciplinary reflection on safeguarding, enhancing, and increasing accessibility of cultural heritage. It derives insights into living within organic landscapes, collective identities, inclusive places, sociability, communicative restitution, participatory management, and integrated sustainability.
Landscape Economic Attractiveness: An Integrated Methodology for Exploring the Rural Landscapes in Piedmont (Italy)
Researchers developed an integrated methodology to measure the economic attractiveness of rural landscapes, specifically applying it to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Piedmont, Italy: the Moraine Amphitheatre of Ivrea and the vineyard landscape of Langhe-Roero and Monferrato. The study introduced a synthetic index—Landscape Economic Attractiveness Index (LEAI)—derived from a system of landscape indicators, which was then integrated into a dynamic model to assess its role in human mobility across multi-pole systems. This approach provides actionable insights for policymakers aiming to guide landscape and territorial transformations while preserving cultural and environmental integrity. The methodology offers a framework for evaluating rural landscapes' economic potential, supporting sustainable development strategies.
Un Approccio Integrato per la Misurazione dei Valori e Delle Pressioni dei Paesaggi Vitivinicoli del Piemonte
An integrated evaluation methodology has been developed to measure the values and pressures within the UNESCO-listed Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont, specifically the Langhe-Roero and Monferrato regions. This approach assesses both the economic value of the territory and the pressures exerted on its components through a system of indicators. The methodology provides a reliable tool for decision-making in defining territorial transformation scenarios, offering a comprehensive framework to balance economic and environmental considerations in this culturally significant landscape.
Turismo enogastronomico nella Langa del Barolo: indagine presso i ristoratori
Restaurant managers in the Langa del Barolo region, part of Italy's UNESCO-listed Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont, highly value and accept initiatives aimed at promoting wine and food tourism. The study found that traditional word-of-mouth recommendations remain influential but are increasingly supplemented by digital interactions via social media, which significantly expands global reach and engagement with tourists. This highlights the dual importance of local authenticity and modern digital tools in shaping enogastronomic tourism experiences.
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