Cultural Heritage Sites and Urban growth: The case of Neakutoleab, Lalibela

Urban growth in Lalibela, Ethiopia, driven by tourism and state policies, poses significant threats to the cultural heritage of nearby districts, including Neakutoleab. The study reveals that while tourism and urbanization bring economic benefits, they also alter local lifestyles and identities, endangering the sociocultural status and natural significance of heritage sites like the Neakutoleab monastery. The research evaluates the tradeoffs between developmental goals and heritage protection, offering mitigation strategies to balance continued growth with preservation efforts.

Kebede, Etsegenet. (2018). Cultural Heritage Sites and Urban growth: The case of Neakutoleab, Lalibela. Columbia University. https://doi.org/10.7916/D8NC7J2W