A Methodological Seminar “Preservation of the Objects of Archaeological Heritage of Russian Asia: Results and Trends”

Purpose. In modern society, issues of preserving cultural heritage are of constant relevance. This is due to the ongoing struggle for the realization of the interests of a large number of agents. The participants in this process are executive authorities, academic institutions, commercial organizations and economic entities. The interests of each agent are in their own plane whose extreme points intersect with the planes of other agents. Consequently, all parties involved in preserving cultural heritage have points of convergence of their interests. In order to arrange preservation of cultural heritage as a common project, it is necessary to develop communication at the points of convergence of the interests. For this purpose, the Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography of SB RAS conducted a methodological seminar on March 4–5, 2019, that brought together archaeologists from Western and Eastern Siberia and the Far East. The workshop was attended by representatives of institutions of the Russian Academy of Sciences and executive authorities, as well as practicing archaeologists and experts. The extensive geography of the participants and the opportunity to communicate “at the same table” allowed us to openly discuss topical issues. Results. The main topics of discussion were changes in the federal legislation related to the preservation of cultural heritage. The main issue here is enormous complexity of its adequate and full application at the local level. However, in some cases, efforts of regional executive bodies help to solve these problems quite effectively. The other side of the issue is preparation of proposals for a change in the regulatory documents governing such areas of the economy as forestry and subsoil use. The issue of systematizing information on cultural heritage sites, which is currently accumulated in various institutions, has acquired particular relevance. This is due to its colossal scale and increased interest in the results of analytical studies of the laws addressing spatial location of archaeological sites. Conclusion. The outcome of the seminar was its resolution presented in this paper. The paragraphs of the resolution reflect the main conclusions and proposed solutions that were agreed by various specialists during the general discussion. This event, as a platform for communication, is extremely important for establishing a common position of the scientific archaeological community.

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CONDUCTING AN EXAMINATION OF MUSIC LITERATURE IN THE INVESTIGATION OF OFFENSES RELATED TO ASSAULT ON CULTURAL VALUES

Constitutional State ◽

10.18524/2411-2054.2021.44.245086 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 119-124

Author(s):

O. V. Narozhna

Keyword(s):

Cultural Heritage ◽

Cultural Values ◽

Modern Society ◽

Archaeological Heritage ◽

Heritage Sites ◽

Heritage Site ◽

Criminal Offenses ◽

Music Literature ◽

Technical Examination ◽

Legitimate Interests

The article discusses the issues arising in the investigation of criminal offenses on the example of illegal search work at an archaeological heritage site, destruction, destruction or damage to cultural heritage sites. Conducting certain types of examinations is disclosed as the activity of experts who possess knowledge of certain branches of science. The issues of carrying out a comprehensive forensic technical examination of documents and art criticism are highlighted. The main methods used by experts of the above types of expertise have been determined. It was emphasized that the most promising and expedient procedure for carrying out a comprehensive examination of music literature is to first conduct a technical examination of documents, which will allow restoring the lost fragments of both the material and the text of a musical work, taking into account the methods that will then be used by an art expert. Activities for pre-trial investigation of crimes that encroach on cultural heritage, cultural values, where the objects of examination are music literature, in particular, is a complex multifaceted and multifaceted process to perform the tasks of criminal justice. The specific nature of the investigation of these criminal offenses makes the issue of organizing examinations quite relevant. The multifaceted investigation of these offenses is reflected in its organization, in particular through the use of special art knowledge in procedural and non-procedural forms. The practical purpose of the organization is to determine the optimal direction and content of the investigation, optimize its purpose, forces and means necessary to achieve it, the correct placement of forces and the creation of appropriate conditions. The growing needs of modern society in the use of knowledge in the field of art history does not bypass the field of justice. Understanding the importance of special knowledge for establishing factual data gives grounds to consider forensic science as an independent institution for the protection of the rights and legitimate interests of citizens, legal entities and the interests of the state as a whole.

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Search for «missing» archaeological sites

Field studies in the Upper Ob, Irtysh and Altai (archeology, ethnography, oral history and museology) ◽

10.37386/2687-0584-2021-16-92-96 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 16 ◽

pp. 92-96

Author(s):

A. M. Ilyushin ◽

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S. S. Onishchenko ◽

P. G. Sokolov ◽

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Keyword(s):

Cultural Heritage ◽

Kuznetsk Basin ◽

Archaeological Sites ◽

Archaeological Heritage ◽

Heritage Sites ◽

New Information ◽

Cultural Heritage Objects

The results of search studies of previously discovered archaeological sites in the Kemerovo region are presented. The factors of “loss” of cultural heritage objects are described. Examples are given and the results of the search for specific funeral monuments in the basin of the river Inya on the territory of the Kuznetsk basin. Information on archaeological heritage sites is being clarified. New information on archaeological sites studied is introduced into wide scientific circulation.

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COSMO-SkyMed SAR for Detection and Monitoring of Archaeological and Cultural Heritage Sites

Remote Sensing ◽

10.3390/rs11111326 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 11 (11) ◽

pp. 1326 ◽

Cited By ~ 15

Author(s):

Deodato Tapete ◽

Francesca Cigna

Keyword(s):

Remote Sensing ◽

Cultural Heritage ◽

Land Surface ◽

Cultural Landscapes ◽

Research Unit ◽

Use Cases ◽

Archaeological Heritage ◽

Heritage Sites ◽

Research Activities ◽

Sar Imagery

Synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imagery has long been used in archaeology since the earliest space radar missions in the 1980s. In the current scenario of SAR missions, the Italian Space Agency (ASI)’s COnstellation of small Satellites for Mediterranean basin Observation (COSMO-SkyMed) has peculiar properties that make this mission of potential use by archaeologists and heritage practitioners: high to very high spatial resolution, site revisit of up to one day, and conspicuous image archives over cultural heritage sites across the globe. While recent literature and the number of research projects using COSMO-SkyMed data for science and applied research suggest a growing interest in these data, it is felt that COSMO-SkyMed still needs to be further disseminated across the archaeological remote sensing community. This paper therefore offers a portfolio of use-cases that were developed in the last two years in the Scientific Research Unit of ASI, where COSMO-SkyMed data were analysed to study and monitor cultural landscapes and heritage sites. SAR-based applications in archaeological and cultural heritage sites in Peru, Syria, Italy, and Iraq, provide evidence on how subsurface and buried features can be detected by interpreting SAR backscatter, its spatial and temporal changes, and interferometric coherence, and how SAR-derived digital elevation models (DEM) can be used to survey surface archaeological features. The use-cases also showcase how high temporal revisit SAR time series can support environmental monitoring of land surface processes, and condition assessment of archaeological heritage and landscape disturbance due to anthropogenic impact (e.g., agriculture, mining, looting). For the first time, this paper provides an overview of the capabilities of COSMO-SkyMed imagery in StripMap Himage and Spotlight-2 mode to support archaeological studies, with the aim to encourage remote sensing scientists and archaeologists to search for and exploit these data for their investigations and research activities. Furthermore, some considerations are made with regard to the perspectives opened by the upcoming launch of ASI’s COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation constellation.

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Cultural Heritage Presentation and Interpretation

Anthropology ◽

10.1093/obo/9780199766567-0262 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

John H. Jameson

Keyword(s):

Cultural Heritage ◽

20Th Century ◽

Program Planning ◽

Heritage Management ◽

Conservation Education ◽

Late 20Th Century ◽

Archaeological Heritage ◽

Public Interpretation ◽

Heritage Sites ◽

Essential Components

With conceptual roots going back to the first half of the 20th century, the public interpretation and presentation of cultural and archaeological heritage have become essential components in the conservation and protection of cultural heritage values and sites. By the early 21st century, the mechanisms and processes of public interpretation had reached a heightened level of sophistication and effectiveness. In the international arena, many leading organizations have emerged that are carrying the banner of interpretation principles for access, inclusion, and respect for multiple points of view. These principles emphasize the importance of dialogue facilitated by community engagement experts / laypersons, and participation in all phases of program planning, development, and delivery. Conventions and charters have been two of the most used categories of international documents to frame standards and guidelines for cultural and archaeological heritage management and presentation. International documents that specifically addressed the presentation and interpretation of archaeological heritage did not take shape until the late 20th century. The most important international document, to date, relating to interpretation and presentation of archaeological heritage sites is the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) Charter on the Interpretation and Presentation of Cultural Heritage Sites (2008). The charter lays out seven principles of interpretation and presentation about the conservation, education, and stewardship messages that represent the transcendent humanistic values of the resource. The concept of authenticity has become a central concern in the conservation and interpretation of cultural heritage. The Nara Document of 1994 (ICOMOS 1994, cited under Guidelines and Charters) built on the Venice Charter (ICOMOS 1965, cited under Guidelines and Charters), considering an expanding scope of cultural heritage concerns. It addresses the need for a broader understanding of cultural diversity and cultural heritage and underscores the importance of considering the cultural and social values of all societies. It emphasizes respect for other cultures, other values, and the tangible and intangible expressions that form part of the heritage of every culture. The Nara+20 text identifies five key interrelated issues highlighting prioritized actions to be developed and expanded within global, national, and local contexts by wider community and stakeholder involvement: (1) diversity of heritage processes, (2) implications of the evolution of cultural values, (3) involvement of multiple stakeholders, (4) conflicting claims and interpretations, and (5) the role of cultural heritage in sustainable development. The goal of more-inclusive interpretations requires an acceptance of divergent definitions of authenticity that depend on a level of tolerance of multiple definitions of significance with concomitant, objectively derived, assigned, and ascribed heritage values. We can hope that these efforts lead to the recognition of humanistic values that are reflected in cultural heritage narratives and heritage tourism practices as well as site commemoration and protection decisions by controlling authorities.

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OBJECTIVE SIDE OF ILLEGAL SEARCH WORK AT AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL HERITAGE SITE, DESTRUCTION OR DAMAGE TO CULTURAL HERITAGE SITES

Juridical scientific and electronic journal ◽

10.32782/2524-0374/2020-5/41 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 175-177

Author(s):

K.V. Huliakov

Keyword(s):

Cultural Heritage ◽

Archaeological Heritage ◽

Heritage Sites ◽

Heritage Site ◽

Objective Side

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CONSERVATION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE OF UKRAINE THROUGH RECONSTRUCTION OF HISTORICAL BUILDINGS AS A FACTOR OF THE NATIONAL IDENTITY DEVELOPMENT

Urban development and spatial planning ◽

10.32347/2076-815x.2021.77.398-409 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 398-409

Author(s):

Iryna Rudnіeva ◽

Ivanna Glon ◽

Tamara Grabovskaya ◽

Katerina Puzina

Keyword(s):

Identity Development ◽

Cultural Heritage ◽

Economic Value ◽

Modern Society ◽

Architectural Heritage ◽

Environmental Friendliness ◽

Heritage Sites ◽

Historical Authenticity ◽

Historical Heritage ◽

High Level

Conservation and restoration of architectural, historical and cultural heritage is of great importance for the development of cities, regions and the country as a whole. An illustrative example of this is the approach and experience of European countries. These countries have a rich and world-famous architectural, cultural and historical heritage, a high level of education, high living standards, environmental friendliness and high technology, and has become the main competitive advantage in the world. The modern idea of reconstruction, restoration and protection of monuments is not limited to attention to outstanding architectural monuments, as well as the historical and cultural heritage of the urban environment. An architectural monument is a work of historical, scientific, artistic and cultural value that has retained sufficient completeness of architectural forms for protection or restoration. The main purpose of the restoration of the monument is to preserve its historical authenticity. Through the reconstruction and restoration of monuments, the country attracts investors and develops tourism. Thus, the preservation and restoration of monuments can play a significant role in shaping modern society, as described by famous thinkers and writers. Cultural and architectural heritage sites are important assets that can be profita-ble and significantly affect the economic development of cities. Monuments of archi-tecture, culture and history are important to preserve not only because of their uniqueness, but also because they have historical and economic value for the state. The article analyzes the need to preserve the architectural heritage, considers examples of already restored buildings in Ukraine, and presents an architectural object that should be restored.

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An Empirical Study on Tourism Potentiality of Manipu

Journal of Environmental Management and Tourism ◽

10.14505//jemt.9.6(30).20 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 9 (6) ◽

pp. 1303

Author(s):

Lonashree SANASAM ◽

Bibhutibhushan PRADHAN ◽

Sasmita MOHANTY

Keyword(s):

Cultural Heritage ◽

Fish Bone ◽

Climatic Conditions ◽

Archaeological Heritage ◽

Pareto Analysis ◽

Heritage Sites ◽

Eastern State ◽

The North ◽

Natural Beauty ◽

Tourism Sector

Tourism is turning up to be an instrument of social, cultural and economic development world-wide as one of the fastest growing sectors. In country like India, rich natural beauty, cultural heritage, archaeological heritage sites, its diverse culture, languages, ethnicity, climatic conditions there is an enormous scope for tourism promotion. Manipur, “land of jewel” is one of the seven sisters in the North Eastern state of India with pleasant climate, rich nature, wildlife, cultural heritage, unique flora and fauna and vibrant and colourful festivals is a potential tourist destination. It has over 50 tourist spots, which can attract lots of tourist word-wide. Despite having so much to explore, tourism sector has not played its best to attract tourist. The objective of the study is to explore the reasons which is affecting the growth of tourism in Manipur by using fish-bone analysis and pareto analysis.

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The Reconstruction Project of Illumination Devices at the Krasnoselskaya Station of the Moscow Metro

Light & Engineering ◽

10.33383/2018-060 ◽

2019 ◽

pp. 59-66

Author(s):

Ksenia I. Nechaeva

Keyword(s):

Cultural Heritage ◽

Historical Analysis ◽

Metro Station ◽

Heritage Sites ◽

Passenger Transportation ◽

Fluorescent Lamps ◽

Current State ◽

Heritage Site ◽

Lighting Environment ◽

Incandescent Lamps

The current state of the Moscow Metro station of the first priority that became operational in 1935 does not allow it to be called a cultural heritage site. This is due to the fact that lighting modernisation carried out by the Moscow Metro was based on fluorescent lamps. Such lamps are more energy efficient compared to incandescent lamps, which were used in original lighting devices specified in the Station Lighting Project developed by architects and designers. However, they significantly changed the station appearance, transforming the originally designed station with entire well visible architectural tectonics?1 from the standpoint of lighting into a simple, flat, unremarkable, and little loaded station of the Moscow Metro./br> This paper describes a method of lighting reconstruction at Krasnoselskaya station by means of original lighting devices that meet modern standards and requirements for cultural heritage sites. The historical analysis on the development of the station lighting environment was conducted during its operation in order to understand what kind of station was conceived by its architects, what changes occurred with its lighting over time, and how it influenced the station appearance and safety of passenger transportation.

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