The geoheritage of hot springs / Patricia Erfurt.
2021
GB1198
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Title
The geoheritage of hot springs / Patricia Erfurt.
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ISBN
9783030604639 (electronic bk.)
3030604632 (electronic bk.)
9783030604622 (print)
3030604624
3030604632 (electronic bk.)
9783030604622 (print)
3030604624
Published
Cham, Switzerland : Springer, [2021]
Language
English
Description
1 online resource (xl, 383 pages) : illustrations (some color).
Item Number
10.1007/978-3-030-60463-9 doi
Call Number
GB1198
Dewey Decimal Classification
551.2/3
Summary
The aim of this book is to provide an overview of topics related to the extensive geoheritage of hot springs, their natural environments, and their integration into commercial and industrial functions. The eleven chapters explore aspects of historical and cultural traditions, geology and geochemistry, research updates, conservation issues and of course health, wellness, and recreation throughout time. Because natural hot springs and active hydrothermal areas play a significant role in the tourism industry, visitor expectations are examined together with an assessment of common hazards and potential risks in active hydrothermal environments, along with recommendations how to stay safe. For the purpose of showcasing certain unique features, to share noteworthy events and developments or to identify concerns associated with the sustainability of natural water source, examples of particular hot spring areas are included in several chapters. One chapter is also dedicated entirely to the protection of natural hot springs and raises awareness for conservation, while another chapter reviews the history of hot springs in great detail to establish a realistic and justifiable timeline of their original use. Lastly, the significance of natural hot springs for various tourism sectors is analysed and the potential for sustainable future destination development in rural and remote regions is discussed. Many locations were considered and invite the reader to use the information as a reference point in the quest to further explore the remarkable natural and cultural geoheritage of hot springs worldwide.
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Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
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Source of Description
Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed April 28, 2021).
Series
Geoheritage, geoparks and geotourism.
Available in Other Form
Print version: 9783030604622
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Table of Contents
Hot springs: A general perspective
The geology of hot springs
The geochemistry of hot springs
The conservation of hot springs
Hot springs throughout history
Hot springs and their cultural heritage.
The geology of hot springs
The geochemistry of hot springs
The conservation of hot springs
Hot springs throughout history
Hot springs and their cultural heritage.