Episode 13 of the “Digging Digital” podcast series released: Introduction to GIS in Cultural Tourism
28/10/2026
The ARCHAEODIGIT project is pleased to announce the release of the thirteenth episode of its podcast series, “Digging Digital: the ARCHAEODIGIT Podcast.” Developed within the framework of the project's training and communication activities, the series explores innovative approaches to the valorisation of archaeological heritage through digital skills, communication, sustainable management, and audience engagement.
Following the thematic structure of the ARCHAEODIGIT Joint Training Courses, the podcast series brings together experts and practitioners to discuss key topics related to the digital transformation and sustainable management of archaeology and cultural heritage. Through conversations and practical examples, the series provides valuable insights for cultural heritage professionals, tourism operators, researchers, students, public authorities, and anyone interested in making archaeological heritage more accessible, resilient, and sustainable.
Episode 13: Introduction to GIS in Cultural Tourism
The thirteenth episode begins the journey into Module 4: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for Archaeological sites.
Hosted by Anna Cingoli, project manager at Forum AIC, the episode welcomes Riccardo Carmenati, adjunct professor in Classical Archaeology - Department of Humanities, University of Macerata. Together, they discuss what Geographic Information Systems are and why they are vital for territorial planning.
During the conversation, Riccardo Carmenati addresses several aspects of GIS and cultural heritage
- An introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in cultural tourism.
- What GIS tools actually are and how they function.
- Why mapping is vital for smart territorial planning.
Continuing the journey through digital archaeology
“Digging Digital: the ARCHAEODIGIT Podcast” consists of 20 episodes, organised into thematic modules reflecting the project's training programme. Future episodes will continue exploring digital communication, innovative technologies, archaeological park management, heritage interpretation, audience engagement, sustainable tourism, and collaborative approaches to preserving and promoting archaeological heritage across the Adriatic-Ionian region.
The podcast series represents another step in ARCHAEODIGIT's commitment to strengthening the skills of professionals working in archaeology and cultural heritage, while encouraging collaboration and knowledge exchange among institutions, researchers, tourism stakeholders, public authorities, and local communities.
🎧 Listen to Episode 13 and discover what GIS systems are, how they work and how they can be used for territorial planning.
ARCHAEODIGIT is a project co-funded by the European Union through the Interreg Italy-Croatia Programme. It aims to enhance archaeological heritage through digital innovation, capacity building, and new management strategies.
