Albania’s newly designated UNESCO World Heritage site, celebrated for its rich cultural and natural significance, is facing growing environmental concerns that threaten its preservation. As authorities and conservationists grapple with challenges ranging from pollution to unregulated tourism, questions arise over how to balance heritage protection with development pressures. This unfolding situation highlights the complex dynamics at play in safeguarding one of Albania’s treasured landmarks amid increasing ecological risks.
Environmental Concerns Mount as Albania’s Latest UNESCO Site Faces Threats
Despite the site’s monumental cultural and natural significance, experts are raising alarms over rising environmental pressures that could jeopardize its integrity. Rapid urban expansion, unregulated tourism, and insufficient waste management are increasingly evident within and around the protected boundaries. Local communities, while dependent on the region’s resources,…
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Author : Charlotte Adams
Publish date : 2025-11-04 18:40:00
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