Cultural Heritage and GIS

Cultural heritage refers to the traditions, artifacts, sites, and values that define a community's history and identity. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are tools that capture, analyze, and interpret spatial data. In the context of Historical GIS, these tools are used to map and study the past, allowing researchers to visualize cultural heritage over time and space. This helps us understand how historical events, landscapes, and communities interact, preserving knowledge about our heritage and guiding future decisions related to conservation and education. Essentially, it combines technology with history to enrich our understanding of cultural roots.