Researching, Evaluating and Promoting Historical Landscapes.
The Centre for the Research and Promotion of Historical-Archaeological Albanian Landscapes (CeRPHAAL), is a nongovernmental organization based in Tirana, Albania.
Our mission is to study, preserve, and promote historical landscapes in all their forms -from archaeological sites, monuments, agricultural areas, irrigation systems, forests to traditional customs, collective memories, and identities.
CeRPHAAL maintains a digital collection of heritage data, consisting of a Geographical Information System (GIS) and an integrated database record of archaeological sites and the historical built environment of the country.
We collaborate with national and international specialists of a broad range of fields, including archaeology, history, landscape archaeology, environmental engineering, cultural heritage management, tourism, and information technology.
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To succeed in our mission, we believe it is essential to build strong ties with local communities and raise awareness about the protection of cultural heritage landscapes, as this can significantly contribute to the preservation of territories and drive local sustainable development.