EVALUATING VISITOR MANAGEMENT AT THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF PETRA

Authors

  • Mairna H. Mustafa Queen Rania Institute of Tourism and Heritage, Department of Sustainable Tourism, The Hashemite University; P.O. Box 330127 Postal Code 13115 Zarqa, Jordan
  • Fadi A. Balaawi Queen Rania Institute of Tourism and Heritage, Department of Conservation Science, The Hashemite University; P.O. Box 330127 Postal Code 13115 Zarqa, Jordan

Keywords:

Tourism impact, Tourist behavior, Visitor Management, Interpretation, Petra Archaeological Park

Abstract

This paper aims at shedding the light on the problems caused by negative tourists' behaviors at the site of Petra, also giving a general assessment of implemented visitor management tools. This was achieved by conducting field visits where different impacts and management efforts were documented; a form was designed for this purpose, also interviewing members working at the site. The site is facing damage despite the economic benefits gained by tourism; such damage is caused by littering, wear and tear as well as random movement of tourists. Suggestions are given to improve visitor management at the site of Petra.

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Published

2023-07-27

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 1 (2013)

Section

Articles