Suitability Evaluation System of World Cultural Heritage Tourism Planning Based on Effective Interpretation of Heritage Value. A Case Study of the Ancient Tea Forest Cultural Landscape of Jingmai Mountain in Pu’er, China

Researchers have developed a novel evaluation system to assess the suitability of tourism planning for UNESCO World Heritage Sites, focusing on effective heritage value interpretation. Using the ancient tea forests of Jingmai Mountain in Pu’er, China, as a case study, the study applies the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) to evaluate multiple elements critical to heritage tourism, including resources, interpretive conditions, and planning design. This system provides a practical framework for rational development and evaluation, ensuring that tourism plans align with the preservation and interpretation of cultural landscapes. The approach bridges abstract concepts with actionable standards, offering a significant contribution to sustainable heritage management.

Li, Z., Shang, Q., Duan, X., & Nie, X. (2025). Suitability Evaluation System of World Cultural Heritage Tourism Planning Based on Effective Interpretation of Heritage Value. A Case Study of the Ancient Tea Forest Cultural Landscape of Jingmai Mountain in Pu’er, China. Mitteilungen Der Österreichischen Geographischen Gesellschaft, 1, 263–295. https://doi.org/10.1553/moegg166-100