Geopark for Heritage Conservation: A Need for Integrated Planning and Management (original) (raw)

2011, PLANNING MALAYSIA JOURNAL

PLANNING MALAYSIA Conservation With Development: Focus On Langkawi tourism and duty-free island status, high-income economy etc. Symbiotic relationships between conservation and development co-exist and complement each other. Many aspects of sustainable development are practised in Langkawi Geopark. While the protection and conservation of geo-, bio-and cultural heritage sites are emphasised, socioeconomic development which benefit the local communities and the national population are also promoted as complementary land uses and activities. The local population, plus enterprising Malaysians from other parts of Malaysia, participate and contribute to the duty-free island activities and the tourism industry. Sustainable nature and ecotourism is promoted. The main attractions are its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities that are associated with natural heritage, history, legends and myths. To promote Langkawi's cultural heritage, the 'kampung' (village) ambience is offered to tourists. Trips to traditional fishing ports and villages are organised, such as to Kampung Kuala Teriang, Padang Mat Sirat, Kampung Kilim, Ayer Hangat and Kampung Kubang Badak Hangat. Traditional villages on the tourist trails include Kampung Mawat,

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