Hidrolik Santrallerin Turizm ve Kültürel Mirası Üzerine Etkisi (The Impact of Hydroelectric Power Plants on Tourism and Cultural Heritage)

Abstract

The environmental impact of hydroelectric power plant is low compared to fossil fuels. Many ecological problems arise especially due to the construction of dams. History dating back to ancient times in countries such as Turkey, especially the many historical monuments remain under water ancieant civilization when dams were established in the riverside. Many well-known or unknown settlements and thus historical artifacts, archaeological sites and cultural heritage, such as Zeugma, Augusto, Hasankeyf, Juliopolis, established close to areas of rivers or streams are threatened by hydroelectric power plants or dams. With the construction of dams, historical artifacts and world heritage remain flooded. Therefore, while meeting our energy needs, we can protect the historical and artistic works and protect the cultural heritage without harming the environment. In this study, the negativities that arise due to energy problems and the establishment of hydroelectric power plants are evaluated and some approaches are presented. Cultural heritage can be defined as ties, cultural values and traditions from past to present. It refers to the ties that come from the past to the present and should be left to future generations. Therefore, the protection of cultural heritage is a duty and responsibility.