The National Trust for Historic Preservation defines cultural heritage tourism as
"Travelling to experience the places and activities that authentically represent the stories and people of the past and present."
It includes historic, cultural and natural resources"
Hearts break when irreplaceable structures are destroyed or damaged beyond repair, instead of preserved and protected as they deserve. A plaque pointing out “on this site a great building once stood” can’t tell that story.
Equally tragic is the loss of traditions: a way of crafting wood or farming, of celebrating holidays or feasting on “old world” cuisine. The preservation and perpetuation of traditions is important to telling the story of the people who settled the land. By protecting the buildings, landscape or special places and qualities that attract visitors, you safeguard the future.
"Travelling to experience the places and activities that authentically represent the stories and people of the past and present."
It includes historic, cultural and natural resources"
Hearts break when irreplaceable structures are destroyed or damaged beyond repair, instead of preserved and protected as they deserve. A plaque pointing out “on this site a great building once stood” can’t tell that story.
Equally tragic is the loss of traditions: a way of crafting wood or farming, of celebrating holidays or feasting on “old world” cuisine. The preservation and perpetuation of traditions is important to telling the story of the people who settled the land. By protecting the buildings, landscape or special places and qualities that attract visitors, you safeguard the future.
