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Cultural properties - Examination of minor boundary modifications - Punic Town of Kerkuane and its Necropolis (Tunisia)

Document type
Decision
Reference number
8B.46
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. Refers the examination of the proposed buffer zones for the Punic Town of Kerkuane and its Necropolis, Tunisia, back to the State Party to allow it to:

a) Clearly delineate an area that promotes the integration between the two components of the inscribed serial property to adequately protect and conserve the property. Current land uses and cadastral plans should be considered for the delimitation of the buffer zone;

b) Provide information regarding the administrative and regulatory measures for the buffer zone as well the prescribed policies for its management.