Documentation and Assessment of Geosites for Geotourism and Geoparks

Abstract

The e-textbook is a comprehensive academic study that discusses the fundamental principles of documenting and assessing geoheritage. It focuses on the protection, promotion, and access to geosites, and issues related to geotourism such as the design of geoparks, geotourism attractions, and geotourism products according to sustainable regional development principles. The terminology related to geoheritage is clarified, and methods and tools for geoeducation are outlined. The e-textbook also explores the management of geosites for scientific, educational, and economic purposes. It was developed by a team from the Department of General Geology and Geotourism at the WGGiOŚ AGH University of Krakow in collaboration with employees from domestic and foreign geoparks. This resource is meant for students, teachers, tourist guides, as well as professionals involved in the promotion, management, and regional development of geosites.