WORLD HERITAGE SITES Flashcards
1
Q
What is a WHS
A
marks a unique or significant place in history or development on earth or humankind.
2
Q
what does UNESCO stand for
A
United National Educational sceintificic and cultural organization
3
Q
what is the role of UNESCO
A
- specialised agency of the UN
- contributes to peace and security by promoting international collaboration through education, science and culture
- helps disadvantaged and under developed countries.
4
Q
list the 5 main functions of UNESCO
A
- improve education in developing countries
- protect and promote cultural heritage
- conserve water and related resources
- monitor scientific and technological advances
- encourage global access to info.
5
Q
name the 2 types of WHS
A
cultural and Natural
6
Q
what does a destination need to be in order to be considered a cultural heritage site (6)
A
- creative human intellect
- exchange of human values
- cultural tradition
- reference to history
- traditional settlement or land use
- events, traditions, art, literature
7
Q
what does a destination need to be in order to be considered a natural heritage site (5)
A
- superlative natural wonder
- unique natural beauty
- geological development
- development of ecosystems
- unique, important, biodiversity
8
Q
name 2 natural sites
A
The Grand Canyon
Jungfrau Aletsch
9
Q
list 5 WHS in SA
A
fossil hominid sites of SA Isimangaliso wetland park robben island cape foral region protected area mapungubwe cultural landscape
10
Q
explain the value of WHS to SA’s Tourism industry
A
- receive more national and international recognition which increases visitor number
- increased job oppotunity due to increased demands
- tourism will generate income due to increased products and services
- sets multiplier effect into action
- standards of living increases through money either directly or indirectly
- boosts economic activity (increased GDP- benefits all)
