Urban landscapes can play two important roles in preserving cultural heritage.

On one hand, they can help in a few ways:

• Infrastructure: Cities usually have money and resources that can help fix up historical sites.
• Tourism: More visitors can bring money, which encourages people to take care of cultural sites.
• Awareness: City activities like festivals, art displays, and public events can highlight the importance of our heritage.

On the other hand, urban areas come with their own set of challenges:

• Development Pressure: As cities grow, there’s often a struggle between building new things and keeping old ones. Sometimes, historic sites must be removed to make space for new buildings.
• Gentrification: This can push out the communities that originally cherished the culture, which can weaken the heritage itself.
• Neglect: Busy cities can sometimes forget about certain historical sites if they aren’t well-known or seen as valuable.

It's important to find a balance. This often means getting urban planners, cultural supporters, and the community to work together in creative ways.