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Archaeological Park – A protected area where significant archaeological remains are preserved and interpreted for public education.

World Heritage Convention – A treaty established by UNESCO to protect globally significant cultural and natural sites.

Legal Protection of Sites – Laws and regulations that safeguard archaeological sites from destruction, such as the Antiquities Act.

Cultural Landscapes – Geographic areas that have been shaped by human activity and hold archaeological significance.

Heritage Management Plans – Strategies developed to ensure the long-term preservation and sustainable management of archaeological sites.

Chemical Conservation – The use of chemical treatments to prevent deterioration of organic and inorganic artifacts.

Remote Sensing – The use of aerial photography, LiDAR, and satellite imagery to identify and document archaeological sites.

GIS (Geographic Information System) in Archaeology – A digital tool used to map and analyze archaeological site locations.

Documentation and Recording – The process of mapping, photographing, and describing an archaeological site before excavation or destruction.

Site Conservation – Methods used to stabilize and protect archaeological sites from environmental and human threats.