The Value of Cultural landscape and Heritage from the Perspective of the Local Communities: A Case Study from Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia

Abstract

This article discusses the cultural landscape values that can act as an operational strategy in applied landscape management and planning, adopting as cross-cutting theme in governmental and civil society institutions will encourage its role not only in panoramic sight seen but moreover to engage it in daily life, people's aspirations and nation building.

Regarding its uniqueness landscape, Al-Ula needs more attention from all relevant institutions to promote its policies, media and activities to interpret its values recognizing local community. Obviously it’s necessary to raise local community awareness of the value of the cultural landscape and promote their understanding for continuing activities.