Dissertação
Estratégias de geoconservação para a proposta geoparque Quarta Colônia - RS
Fecha
2016-02-18Autor
Ziemann, Djulia Regina
Institución
Resumen
The geoconservation is presented as a important concept because it allows the recognition of
the intrinsic value of the geologic and geomorphic, also allows the contemplation of exceptional
esthetic value landscapes, that can serve as a tourist attractions, appearing as a positive point
the possibility of integration of the local community to be able to initiate the actions of
geotourism. This action provides an increase in the local and regional economy. The working
capital of the area, based on the concept of sustainability, so that the activity can and will
generate economic benefits, conserve the nature and act to improve the life quality of
individuals. Therefore, this dissertation looked for contribute and promote local development
due to the geoheritage present in the area. Accordingly, we looked for identify, select and
characterize the geoheritage present at the Quarta Colonia, we proceeded to realize the
identification of: new local tourism, scientific and educational interest. After was created a
qualitative assessment and the a pre-selection was made and, concomitantly, there was a
characterization and we proceeded to review the geosites present in the inventory previously
elaborated by the CPRM. Thus we underwent 43 geosites for the Quarta Colônia, divided by
categories, criteria and weights. This procedure allowed we had had knowledge of the degree
of representativeness of each geosite, of these 24 sites were identified as suitable to the
realization of geotourism and were 19 places that require bigger investments for their future
use. We developed also, a geotouristic map to locate the 24 sites most suitable (use according
to quantification) for geotouristic. This map was intent for dissemination and exploitation of
region's geoheritage. The results of our measurement also showed the great potential of the
Quarta Colonia region, mixed with the cultural wealth of colonization provides a clear picture
of this territory in the concept of geoparks. Because we have the Quarta Colônia characteristics
linked between each other, thank to the identity of the local population to the countryside and
its traditional activities; Such as agriculture and livestock, which are adapted according to the
geomorphology of that place. Curiously some geomorphological features are used to appoint
some cities and used for name of religious events. The tourism nearly not explored of that
territory is due to lack of policies that can assist their development and the lack of information
of the general public about the benefits that can be generated. Thus, it appears necessary to
bring to the local people the importance of their heritage and the possibility of this being used
as a basis for sustainable local development, valuing the local culture and the wonderful existing
landscapes. A geopark, if implemented within the Quarta Colônia, represents a major promotion
strategy for the area, as the geopark is part of a holistic concept of protection, education and
sustainable development.