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Geosites and geological landscapes of Liguria (Italy)

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  • Andrea Ferrando
  • Francesco Faccini
  • Guido Paliaga
  • Paola Coratza

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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.

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  • Andrea Ferrando & Francesco Faccini & Guido Paliaga & Paola Coratza, 2023. "Geosites and geological landscapes of Liguria (Italy)," Journal of Maps, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 19(1), pages 2145919-214, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:tjomxx:v:19:y:2023:i:1:p:2145919
    DOI: 10.1080/17445647.2022.2145919
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