A Vision for the Revitalization of Tinnis Island..

The paper is an endeavor to offer a proposal for revitalizing and interpreting the natural and cultural heritage of Tinnis Island.
The island is located approximately 8 km south of Port Said ,northeast of Lake Manzalah .The island houses an archaeological
site known as“ Tell Tinnis ”which stands upon the ruins of the Islamic city“ Tinnis ;”it was once a prosperous city in the Middle
Ages .Tinnis was a fortified port and a major center for marine trade .It was well known as a key center for manufacturing highquality
textiles .Tinnis Island is a part of the wetland reserve“ Ashtum El Gamil and Tinnis Island Reserve ”.It is a major stop for
migratory birds and includes an important biodiversity of fish ,numerous plants ,and wild and aquatic birds .The main goals of
the proposal are to conserve and develop the island as an ecotourism destination and revitalize the traditional crafts that serve
the community.