Cultural Heritage and Developments

It is now largely admitted that cultural heritage could be considered a set of tangible and intangible assets, which are developed, transmitted, processed to enhance the identity and also the economical situation of a territory. . Keywords: cultural heritage; economical asset; sustainable human development Besides its cultural values, heritage can be seen as an economic resource. It is a fragile resource, often irreplaceable, requiring careful treatment. But it is clear that spending on conservation / restoration generate economic benefits and direct and indirect social importance. Therefore, it can be considered as investments, generating capital gains quantitative and qualitative support to the quality of life of citizens. The different actors whether institutional, political, technical, associations or scientists working on the field of heritage are confronted with complex and new issues: the increased need for information, methods and reliable data networking, to expertise, developing of collective abilities for intervention. In this context, taking into account the social and economic impact of heritage represent a defining issue for the different actors (institutions, associations, economic, scientific) involved in its management, restoration, preservation and benefits. This paper is based on a doctorate research and analyses cultural heritage from an economical prospective. How can it be conserved and yet promoted?