The historic workers’ colonies in cities located in the Upper Silesian Industrial District are an examplen of very valuable cultural heritage of thr Industrial Age. Based on the genius loci idea they create a sense of identity, and also a place for daily life. However, the undeniable landscape values of the historic groups of buildings are difficult to perceive due to the poor condition of architectural objects and urban structures.
The aim of this paper is to present and characterize the factors that pose a threat to historic cemetery objects. Taking into consideration the problems associated with historic parks and gardens. Attention must be paid to the cemeteries, which even though being classified as green areas, are rarely perceived in this way. This problem especially affects necropolises which are located in cities, surrounded by dense urban structure and situated near buildings and public spaces.
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