Interpretación del patrimonio cultural

Manuel Gándara Vázquez, María Antonieta Jiménez Izarraraz

Explains, exemplifies and applies thematic approach to heritage interpretation, developed in US natural parks and here applied to Mexico's cultural heritage. Encourages fuller enjoyment and understanding of nation's cultural heritage and sense of shared responsibility for its conservation. Explains development of concept and its relationship to audience studies. Narrates specific experiences of community impact and exemplifies some pioneering attempts to apply approach in Mexico, particularly at archaeological sites