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Heritage Education for Conservation: A New Perspective from the My Son Sanctuary, Vietnam
A new 'Heritage Education for Conservation' model emerges as a promising strategy for sustainable preservation, demonstrated through the case of My Son Sanctuary, Vietnam. This approach integrates historical, cultural, and architectural education to address existing threats while fostering community engagement, individual responsibility, and deeper emotional connections to heritage. By combining knowledge dissemination with active participation, it aims to raise awareness, promote conservation behaviors, and cultivate a resilient local community dedicated to safeguarding cultural heritage. The model offers a practical framework for balancing educational outreach with tangible conservation outcomes.
Initial Recognition Results of Species Composition and Characteristics of Harmful Organisms at My Son Sanctuary Heritage Area
A three-year survey (2012–2014) at My Son Sanctuary identified 50 harmful species, including termites, vertebrates, fungi, and plants, with fungi (Aspergillus, Trichoderma, Penicillium) causing the most significant damage to the heritage towers, particularly in Towers C, B, D, and A. Among plant species, four—Bidens pilosa L., Tectaria zeylanica, Hedyotis diffusa Willd, and Selphinella delicatula—were found invading all towers. While termite damage was minimal, six vertebrate species (66.7%) also posed light harm. The study highlights these pests as priority targets for conservation efforts to mitigate structural risks.
Preliminary Data to Composition of Zooplankton in the Khe The Stream, My Son Sanctuary, Quang Nam Province
A study of the zooplankton composition in the Khe The Stream, My Son Sanctuary, revealed 36 species, with Rotatoria dominating at 55.6% and Arthropoda accounting for 44.4%. Zooplankton density varied significantly between seasons, averaging 11,945 individuals/m³ during the dry season (ranging from 5,000 to 25,000) and 8,500 individuals/m³ in the rainy season (ranging from 5,000 to 16,667). The Shannon-Weiner diversity index also showed seasonal variation, averaging 1.84 in the dry season and 1.66 in the rainy season. The research, conducted over two periods in 2016, provides preliminary data on the biodiversity of this UNESCO World Heritage Site's aquatic ecosystem.
The study of water bug fauna (Insecta: Hemiptera) in My Son Sanctuary, Quang Nam Province
A comprehensive inventory of water bug fauna (Insecta: Hemiptera) in My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, identified 36 species across 13 families. The study, conducted along Khe The stream in 2016 and 2017, highlights the dominance of Gerridae with 14 species, followed by Veliidae (4 species), and Nepidae/Naucoridae (3 species each). This baseline data aims to support ecological and irrigation conservation models for the sanctuary, addressing ongoing human impacts. The findings mark the first detailed documentation of water bug diversity in this culturally significant area, providing critical insights for ecosystem-based preservation strategies.
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