ENVISIONING URBAN TOURISM SUSTAINABILITY IN CULTURAL HERITAGE DESTINATIONS: A BOTTOM-UP APPROACH

Ramzy, Marize M.; Morsi, Ahmed A.

doi:10.47436/jaarsfa.v1i1.31

ENVISIONING URBAN TOURISM SUSTAINABILITY IN CULTURAL HERITAGE DESTINATIONS: A BOTTOM-UP APPROACH

Document Type : Specialized scientific research papers

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Department of Architecture, Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University

10.47436/jaarsfa.v1i1.31

Abstract

Urban tourism is mostly seen as a double-edged sword, while it is an economic basic foundation for some cities, yet it is a direct reason of the continuous environmental degradation. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to deepen the understanding of sustainable urban tourism management especially in the cultural heritage destinations, using bottom-up approach as a key aspect in the development process. For conducting the present study, the researcher will review and analyze the most relevant literature on two main axes: first, the relation between urban tourism management and the heritage trail in historical urban destinations, and second "bottom-up approach" through stakeholders' involvement and residents' attitude towards tourism. Subsequently, this paper will be suggesting a road map on how to maintain sustainability through enhancing all stakeholders' engagement in urban tourism management. Thus, the addition of this paper is to highlight strategic challenges regarding resident involvement in urban tourism management, in addition to examining critical questions concerning managerial and resident-related challenges aside from providing considerable overview to both professionals and researchers to effectively involve and collaborate with all stakeholders, aside from setting out general research avenues for future investigations.

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Research in the fields of Architecture (Sustainable design, Urban planning, Modern Building, Conservation Restauration & Renovation, Housing, Integrated Urban Energy, Smart Cities, City Branding, Responsive Architecture)

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