Protection of post-industrial cultural heritage. A task for smart societies

Abstract

Purpose: In the cognitive space of the article, an important and significant social challenge arises, which is the preservation of cultural heritage in transformed post-industrial areas. Methodology: the theses presented in the article were verified using the following methods: literature review, critical analysis of literature, analysis and comparison of documents and an example of good practices. Result: the literature research confirms that the protection of cultural heritage is an important factor in socio-economic development. By preserving and using cultural heritage, the economic, cultural and social value of transformed post-industrial areas can be increased. Originality: The literature research confirms that the protection of cultural heritage is an important factor in socio-economic development. By preserving and using cultural heritage, the economic, cultural and social value of transformed post-industrial areas can be increased. Keywords: heritage, industry, society.