Geosites and geological landscapes of Liguria (Italy)

Bibliographic Data

ID16840612
AuthorsAndrea Ferrando (0000-0001-8847-0020, University of Genoa), Francesco Faccini (0000-0001-7624-1300, University of Genoa, corresponding author), Guido Paliaga (0000-0003-3661-2538, Geographical Information System International Group), P Coratza (0000-0002-7537-4758, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia)
Year2023
Volume19
Issue1
Publication date2023-12-31
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Maps (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1744-5647 • E-ISSN: 1744-5647
PublisherInforma UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/17445647.2022.2145919
OpenAlexW4311013729
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited29

Liguria is a small region in Northwestern Italy which is characterized by significant and valuable geoheritage. The 1:250,000 map presented in this paper displays the 120 geosites of Liguria, officially approved by regional and national authorities, framed in the context of the geological landscapes of the region. The geological landscapes were obtained by categorizing and thematizing geological, lithological and geomorphological data in macro-units with similar characteristics. Protected areas (National parks, regional parks and natural reserves) and caves are also highlighted in the map. This work aims to give a better understanding of the Ligurian geoheritage, its relationship with the geological and geomorphological context, and the framework of protected areas. Thus, the present map can be a useful tool for developing effective geoheritage management and enhancement strategies

Archaeology · Cartography · Cave · Earth science · Environmental planning · Environmental resource management · Geography · Geologic map · Geotourism · Tourism · Engineering · Environmental Science · Geotourism and Geoheritage Conservation · Karst Systems and Hydrogeology · Maritime and Coastal Archaeology · Geology

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