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Creating a story map using geographic information systems to explore geomorphology and history of Methana Peninsula

Antoniou Varvara, Ragia Lemonia, Nomikou Paraskevi, Bardouli Pavlina, Lampridou Danai, Ioannou Theodora, Kalisperakis Ilias, Stentoumis Christos

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URI: http://purl.tuc.gr/dl/dias/C6F9A0C0-3E8B-4A4E-843E-78637011EF25
Year 2018
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Bibliographic Citation V. Antoniou, L. Ragia, P. Nomikou, P. Bardouli, D. Lampridou, Th. Ioannou, I. Kalisperakis and Ch. Stentoumis, "Creating a story map using geographic information systems to explore geomorphology and history of Methana Peninsula," ISPRS Int. J. Geo-Inf., vol. 7, no. 12, Dec. 2018. doi: 10.3390/ijgi7120484 https://doi.org/10.3390/ijgi7120484
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Story maps are used as an interactive tool for communication and information dissemination. A web-based application using story mapping technology is presented to explore the Methana peninsula. This volcanic area is characterized by specific volcanic geoforms, unique flora and rich history. The story map combines maps, narrative texts and multimedia content. The spatial data produce thematic maps created by a Geographic Information System on geological data, historical monuments, biodiversity and hiking paths. The purpose is to highlight the distinguishing characteristics of the Methana peninsula, to enable users to interact with maps, texts and images and to inform professional and non-professional users about the particular aspects of volcanic areas.

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