IntegrityThe integrity of Tak’alik Ab’aj is centred on the intactness of the archaeological evidence pertaining to the Central Group of the larger archaeological site. Protection and management requirementsThe National Archaeological Park Tak’alik Ab’aj has been created in 1987. In 2002, the archaeological site was declared National Cultural Heritage under the category of National Archaeological Park by the Ministry of Culture and Sports, due to its important archaeological, historical, artistic and cultural values (Ministerial Decree 528-2002). The local management structure of the National Archaeological Park includes a Technical Scientific Coordination section, and a Technical Administrative Coordination section. A Cooperation Agreement, containing specific measures to constitute and guarantee a buffer zone to increase the protection of the National Archaeological Park Tak’alik Ab’aj was signed and is currently in place.