Marc Joshua M.

Samillano
BS Tourism Management

Critique Paper

Heritage building relocation and rehabilitation is a difficult procedure that needs thought
and experience. It is possible to assess a number of factors in the instance of Las Casas de
Acuzar, a resort in the Philippines famous for its assortment of restored Spanish colonial-era
homes.

The authenticity of the relocatable structures is one area for criticism. During the relocation
process, care must be taken to protect the original architectural features, building materials,
and construction methods. To preserve the historical integrity of the structures, any
additions or alterations must be made with extreme caution.

Furthermore, it is important to carefully control how the heritage structures are interpreted
and presented. To improve the tourist experience and foster a deeper knowledge of the
cultural and historical value of the structures, accurate historical information,
contextualizing the structures within their original locations, and providing educational
opportunities are all beneficial.

There may be grounds for criticism about authenticity, commercialization, interpretation,

and community involvement in the relocation and repair of historic buildings at Las Casas
de Acuzar. To ensure the preservation and worthwhile presentation of the historical and
cultural heritage, these issues should be carefully considered.

The visitor's expectations, historical knowledge, and definition of what constitutes

authenticity will ultimately determine the authenticity of the tourist experience in restored
heritage buildings at Las Casas de Acuzar.

Which means for me the tourist experience will also likely be enjoyable and as well some
might not agree that it is authentic because of the rehabilitation, reconstruction, and
modification but it is needed for us to preserve the beauty of our historic buildings and some
people might agree that it is authentic even with the small changes to preserved it but what
matters most is that we got to maintain the beauty of it.The visitor's expectations, historical
knowledge, and definition of what constitutes authenticity will ultimately determine the
authenticity of the tourist experience in restored heritage buildings at Las Casas de Acuzar.