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Cultural properties - Examination of minor boundary modifications - Old Rauma (Finland)

Document type
Decision
Reference number
8B.48
Date
Jun 22, 2009
Source
UNEP, InforMEA
Status
Active
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Treaty
Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (Nov 23, 1972)
Meeting
33e session du Comité
Website
whc.unesco.org
Abstract

The World Heritage Committee,

1. Having examined Documents WHC-09/33.COM/8B and WHC-09/33.COM/INF.8B1.Add,

2. Approves the proposed buffer zone for Old Rauma, Finland;

3. Recommends that the State Party give consideration to the following:

a) The designation of viewpoints within and outside the buffer zone from which view corridors will be protected in the case of development within the buffer zone;

b) The development of a comprehensive Management Plan to cover the nominated area, the buffer zone, and view corridors from any designated locations outside the buffer zone, such as the approach to Old Rauma from the harbour.