Langkawi Geopark: development concept, strategic planning and implementation approach

Anwar Abd Rahman and Mazlan Othman and Ibrahim Komoo (2010) Langkawi Geopark: development concept, strategic planning and implementation approach. In: Geological heritage of Malaysia: geoheritage conservation (1997-2009). Institut Alam Sekitar dan Pembangunan (LESTARI), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi, Selangor, pp. 405-414. ISBN 9789675227370

Langkawi, known as a premier tourist destination of Malaysia, is developed under the coordination of the Langkawi Development Authority. The philosophy of development takes into account its potential in terms of unique environment, the beauty of natural landscape and the richness of local socio-cultural aspects. In order to enhance all these elements, five main objectives guide its overall development: integration of social, economic and physical development; a development scenario that is aligned with local unique characteristics; enhancement as an international tourist destination; augmentation of high productivity sectors; and encouragement of investment based on tourism-related resource and products. As Langkawi possesses outstanding geological heritage resources that are diverse and unique, these natural resources can be utilized as the foundation for the islands' development. The Geopark concept is introduced as a development policy tool that could ensure a balance between three main components, namely, conservation of heritage resources; development of infrastructure based on tourism and local needs; and tourism and recreational programmes. This paper illustrates the Langkawi Geopark concept in the context of content, planning strategy and implementation approach.

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Langkawi, known as a premier tourist destination of Malaysia, is developed under the coordination of the Langkawi Development Authority. The philosophy of development takes into account its potential in terms of unique environment, the beauty of natural landscape and the richness of local socio-cultural aspects. In order to enhance all these elements, five main objectives guide its overall development: integration of social, economic and physical development; a development scenario that is aligned with local unique characteristics; enhancement as an international tourist destination; augmentation of high productivity sectors; and encouragement of investment based on tourism-related resource and products. As Langkawi possesses outstanding geological heritage resources that are diverse and unique, these natural resources can be utilized as the foundation for the islands' development. The Geopark concept is introduced as a development policy tool that could ensure a balance between three main components, namely, conservation of heritage resources; development of infrastructure based on tourism and local needs; and tourism and recreational programmes. This paper illustrates the Langkawi Geopark concept in the context of content, planning strategy and implementation approach.

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Item Type:	Book Section
Additional Information:	Available at Perpustakaan Sultan Abdul Samad, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43000 UPM Serdang, Malaysia. QE299.5 G345 Call Number
AGROVOC Term:	geological history
AGROVOC Term:	sustainable development
AGROVOC Term:	resource conservation
AGROVOC Term:	geologists
AGROVOC Term:	cultural heritage
AGROVOC Term:	environmental control
Geographical Term:	Malaysia
Depositing User:	Ms. Azariah Hashim
Date Deposited:	04 Feb 2025 08:56
Last Modified:	04 Feb 2025 08:56
URI:	http://webagris.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/1055

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