Reflections on relations between geodiversity and heritage: a case study

Abstract

Santana do Cariri, at Ceará, has rose as an appropriated case for discussing the relations existing between geodiversity and heritage, through an integral approach, where it is considered the people’s perception about their local geological richness. The analysis allowed supporting a conceptual approach that originates a proposal for defining the term geoheritage. It becomes essential to know the reality and consider the traditions of local people to define, promote, and manage conflicts that may lead to heritage loss, by integrating the population in the process that drives to geoconservation.

Keywords

• Geoheritage
• Geopark Araripe
• Santana do Cariri