Developing Industrial and Mining Heritage Sites: Lavrion Technological and Cultural Park, Greece

Developing Industrial and Mining Heritage Sites explores the challenges and opportunities in the development of industrial and mining heritage through the case study of Lavrion, Turkey. It examines the ruins and monuments, restoration, and rehabilitation of mine buildings, and the activities succeeded through management by a university and finance. It highlights the challenges experienced from restoration to industrial and mining heritage.

Format: Hardback
Length: 150 pages
Publication date: 18 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Developing Industrial and Mining Heritage Sites provides a comprehensive exploration of the complexities and prospects involved in the development of industrial and mining heritage. Through the case study of Lavrion, Turkey, the book delves into the historical transformation of this former mining site into a vibrant hub of industrial and cultural heritage. It examines the remnants and monuments that constitute Lavrion's industrial and mining heritage, the process of restoration and rehabilitation of the mine buildings, and the successful initiatives undertaken through collaboration between a university and financial support. The book also sheds light on the challenges encountered during the restoration of an abandoned mine site, culminating in its transformation into a thriving industrial and mining heritage site.

This book holds significant appeal to scholars and researchers specializing in industrial heritage and tourism, urban conservation, mining history, post-mining, archaeology, archaeometallurgy, geology, and mineralogy. Additionally, policy makers and industry professionals will find this resource invaluable in understanding the significance of preserving and revitalizing industrial and mining heritage sites.

Weight: 435g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032528007