A centrally managed GIS system for protection of the Romanian archaeological sites and historical monuments
Oana, Cristina ... [et al.]
The Romanian Archaeological Sites and Historical Monuments Inventory Application - eGISpat, a centrally managed GIS system, was designed to provide the functionality to maintain and advanced analysis of the geospatial and parametric data, and to produce maps and reports using a national-wide archaeological and historical monuments geodatabase, known as the List of the Historical Monumentss (LHM). This centrally managed web application was designed and built by ESRI Romania and the National Institute of the Historical Monuments Ministry of Culture. The purpose of the eGISpat is to facilitate the regional branches participation in and support of integrated resource planning at the district (called judett) and local government level, and the maintenance of data on the historical record of archaeological work and historical monuments done in the districts. The eGISpat take also in consideration the historical center of Bucharest that includes the archaeological sites (excavated during 1950 -2005) and historical monuments, and the digital map, scale 1:2.000, a satellite image and the historical records. All departmental staff are able to work in an Web integrated GIS environment and fulfill business processes for the entry, viewing and dissemination of information in a timely way. The National Institute of Historical Monuments continues to educate residents and promote also the preservation for future generations.
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