This Moldovan law delves into the preservation and protection of cultural heritage sites, emphasizing the role of governmental bodies in safeguarding monuments of historical, artistic, and scientific significance. It highlights the importance of documenting these heritage sites through various means, such as audio and video recordings, to transform them into protected cultural landmarks. The document stresses that well-preserved objects, fragments, or ruins with cultural value must adhere to the requirements outlined in the legislation, ensuring their conservation for future generations.
Furthermore, it outlines the responsibilities of entities owning documentary heritage, whether public organizations or private individuals, in compliance with regulations set by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. The text underscores the necessity of conserving and utilizing documentary heritage in accordance with approved norms and guidelines to maintain their integrity and historical value. It also addresses the transfer of heritage sites from private owners to governmental or public institutions for preservation and temporary storage, preferably in museums or archives.
Moreover, the document discusses the financial support provided for the identification, study, preservation, and restoration of heritage sites owned by individuals or legal entities. It underscores the significance of antique items, as well as handwritten or typewritten documents, in preserving cultural heritage. The roles of the State Department for Environmental Protection and Natural Resources, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, and the State Archive Service are highlighted in ensuring the protection, registration, and utilization of documentary heritage under their care.
