NME PALEOTOURISM

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National Museum of Ethiopia Paleotourism, Ethiopia

The first organized symposium highlighting the importance of paleotourism took place at the Bilen Lodge in the Afar Region of Ethiopia in July 2004. Dr. Y. Beyene, head of anthropology and archaeology of the ARCCH, stressed the importance of understanding, preserving, and making responsible use of prehistoric resources as worldwide interest grows steadily. Other presenters included Dr. Z. Alemseged, Dr. T. White, Dr. J. Kappelman, and others. A followup conference has been organized.