Cultural Heritage Protection Framework

Sustainable tourism adopted the principles of Ephesus Hotel, and the protection of both the natural environment to transfer to future generations the unique cultural heritage of great importance . This document outlines the legal obligations on the protection of cultural heritage of the hotel and offers a framework of a risk management plan for potential threats and provide compliance documents.

Chapter 1: evidence of compliance and legal regulations on the protection of cultural heritage (Turkey)

in this section, the Republic of Turkeys basic legal regulations for the protection of cultural heritage will be described in detail and the hotel Ephesusrepresents the potential evidence that it complies with these regulations will be presented.

1.1. Legal regulations:

• the law of conservation of cultural and natural heritage Numbered 2863: Turkey'sBasic Law on the protection of cultural and natural heritage, registration, protection, utilization, includes important provisions in terms of the provision of prohibitions and penalties.
• The High Council of protection of cultural and natural assets (KTVKK) Policy Decisions: KTVKK received by policy decisions, directs conservation practices. Decisions about archaeological sites and historic structures is of great importance especially for hotel.
• The regulations of the relevant ministries: the Ministry of culture and tourism and the environment, climate change, urbanisation and various ministries such as the Ministry of cultural heritage preservation and tourism activities relating to the regulation of regulations. As an example, tourism facilities for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) processes and development plans, regulations may be issued.
• Regional and local Arrangements: For the protection of cultural heritage at the local level by municipalities and governorships decisions may affect the hotel's activities and development plans.

1.2. Evidence of legal compliance (Examples):

• reconstruction and registration Documents: during the construction and operation of the hotel and received a business license documents confirming compliance with the zoning plans of the hotel have been constructed to be operated in a respectful manner and to the cultural heritage that may indicate the presence of. We are from the area of the protected area and conservation of these documents may specify matters such as compliance.
• Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Reports: If you require a size or location of the hotel, EIA reports prepared, considering the potential impact on cultural heritage and has taken the necessary measures may indicate.
• Official correspondence that verifies compliance with plans of conservation: conservation plans where the hotel is located in the location if you have received official letters confirming the appropriateness of these plans from the relevant institutions of the hotel.
• The Permissions On The Cultural Assets: Within the boundaries of the hotel or nearby in case of the presence of any culture, the restoration of these assets, maintenance, or related to cultural heritage conservation activities such as landscaping must obtain permission from the district board.
• Staff training Records: training records of staff in the protection of cultural heritage (e.g., awareness training, emergency procedures, etc.).
• Sustainability reports and certificates: The hotel's efforts to protect cultural heritage espouses the principles of sustainability and show that the relevant certificates and reports (e.g., green star sustainable tourism certifications, etc.).

Chapter 2: the framework of cultural heritage Risk Management Plan hotel Efes

Efes hotel in this section for the protection of cultural heritage is presented in the framework of a plan that determines the potential risks, and outlines measures that can be taken to manage these risks.

2.1. Risk identification:

• natural phenomena:
  • earthquakes, floods, fires or natural disasters such as damage to the cultural heritage of risk.
  • The negative effects of climate change on the cultural assets (e.g. humidity, temperature fluctuations).
• Human-induced Factors:
  • Visitor-induced risks (ignorance, carelessness, damage due to theft).
  • Hotel management-induced risks (inappropriate practices, issues of waste management, noise and vibration).
  • Environmental factors (environment, construction, infrastructure works).
  • Legal and political changes (protection legislation changes, new development plans) arising from risks.
  • Unexpected events, accidents, sabotage, etc.)

2.2. Risk Assessment:

Probability and potential impact of each risk is assessed and must be prioritized.

2.3. Risk management strategies:

• Prevention: to prevent the formation of risk measures (e.g. staff training, information, materials, safety measures and regular maintenance).
• Reduction: plans, which are intended to minimize the effects of risk (e.g., emergency plans, insurance, backup systems).
• Transfer: risks for all or part of a third party (e.g. insurance) to be transferred to.
• Acceptance: low -, moderate -, and low-impact risks by accepting to be ready to lead them.

2.4. The elements of the risk management plan (Examples):

• emergency plans: fire, earthquake, flood and other emergencies such as evacuation plans for natural disasters, communication protocols, and first aid procedures. These plans should also include special measures for the protection of cultural heritage (e.g., a valuable moved to a safe place of work).
• Security protocols: visitors and staff-borne security measures to reduce risks (such as camera systems, security personnel, visitors to the rules).
• Maintenance and repair Plans: Regular maintenance and repair, which contributes to the protection of Cultural Heritage programs.
• Education and awareness-raising: the importance and protection of cultural heritage, educational and awareness-raising activities for staff and guests.
• Communication plans: in cases of risk, the relevant institutions (Ministry of culture and tourism, Conservation Boards, effective communication with stakeholders and local government plans.
• Waste management and environmental policy: sustainable waste management and environmental policies to minimize the environmental impact of the hotel.
• Collaboration and Partnerships: Local governments, civil society organisations and mechanisms for cooperation with specialists in the protection of cultural heritage.

Solution:

Ephesus Hotelsustainable tourism in commitment to the protection of cultural heritage as an integral part of our business model requires us to integrate. Strictly adhere to legal regulations, this meticulously documented the creation of a comprehensive risk management plan of compatibility and possible threats against both of the hotel, the long-term success for both the unique cultural heritage to future generations, it is vital to be transferred. This framework document, the efforts in this direction of the hotel, and constitutes a starting point for detailed implementation requires the evaluation of expert advice and local conditions.