Growth, world heritage and sustainable development: the case of Lijiang City, China

摘要: Economic and population growth increasingly threaten the sustainable development of world heritage sites. Given lack emphasis on notion for cultural (and, to a lesser extent, natural) diversity in planning around such sites, notions sustainability need be combined conceptual perspective. The an integrated approach possibilities it are explored this Special Issue, with focus Lijiang City (China), famous tourist city UNESCO status due rich natural diversity. is experiencing rapid development, characterised by human growth, natural/cultural attractions socio-economic pressure. Tourism has resulted urbanisation, which alters existing landscapes threatens integrity heritage. as currently practiced unfavourable health industry long term. T...