Author(s)

H. Sooväli, H. Palang, H. Alumäe, M. Külvik, T. Oja, E. Kaur, M. Prede & T. Pae

Abstract

(Traditional) landscape identity-globalized, abandoned, sustained? H. ~oovali', H. palang1, H. ~ l u m b ' , M. Kilvik2, T. Ojal, E. ~ a u r l , M, rede el & T. ~ a e ' I Institute of Geography, University of Tartu, Estonia 2 Environmental Protection Institute, Estonian Agricultural University Abstract Traditional landscapes could be considered as one of the most apparent carriers of local identities. They have witnessed previous human activities. On the one hand, local people are keen to keep the existing landscape patterns that indicate their feeling of belonging. On the other hand, there is a desire to introduce new patterns dictated by new technologies and economic conditions. Rapid tourism, sports and recreation development, including big international events in some regions cause conflicts between the environment and human activities that need new approaches and sustainable solutions. The intense development of ecological and rural tourism is also affecting traditional landscapes by chall

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