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  1. Global Tourism and the Risks of Cultural Homogeneity in Smart and

    One of this is the cultural domain with the intersection of the global tourism industry—which is raising the demand for cultural products and locations, which on the end technological products associated smart cities are clashing against the richness of traditional urban areas. The rapid pace of technological adoption can lead to homogeneity ...

  2. Tourism and globalisation: vectors of cultural homogenisation? (the

    This period also saw the extension of cultural tourism through globalization, raising concerns about the effects of cultural tourism on the places being visited, and the homogenization of local ...

  3. Sustainability

    However, commercial tourism development has also brought negative impacts, leading to the serious commercialization and homogenization of cultural products and causing the disappearance of traditional appearances and cultures in these towns . Liu, S. and Shu, H. (2020) argue that as cultural heritage, Jiangnan water towns confront various ...

  4. PDF Positive and Negative Impacts of Tourism on Culture: A Critical Review

    1.1. Anthropology of tourism. Tourism involves a temporary and voluntary visit to a place away from home; it is a leisure activity (Przeclawski 1993; Smith 1989). During this visit a tourist has to interact with different people, who facilitate in different means in the tourism process (Reisinger, 1994).

  5. PDF Global Tourism and the Risks of Cultural Homogeneity in ...

    homogenization of the city threatens the unique cultural identity and value and thus washes down the authenticity and integrity of those urban areas; characteristics that have been found to reverberate with cultural travelers in their quest for travel destinations. Following this, the New

  6. Preserving Cultural Identities for the Future of Tourism

    The 2019 UNWTO/UNESCO World Conference on Culture and Tourism is the fourth edition of the conference with previous editions held in Istanbul, Turkey in 2018, Muscat, Oman in 2017 and Siem Reap, Cambodia in 2015. The fourth edition is kindly hosted by the Japan Tourism Agency, the Japanese Agency for Cultural Affairs, Kyoto Prefecture and Kyoto ...

  7. How do we stop the homogenization of cities?

    The aim, he says, is to provide a systematized, but nuanced way for urban planners to understand the structural elements underlying cultural diversity, preventing the homogenization of urban ...

  8. Exploring Tourists' Intentions to Purchase Homogenous Souvenirs

    In the context of people's gradually rising consumption levels and the urgent need to upgrade the tourism market, the continuous homogenization of tourism souvenirs is beginning to seriously affect the shopping experience of tourism tourists. This study aims to explore how tourists perceive the phenomenon of the homogenization of tourism souvenirs and how this phenomenon affects tourists ...

  9. Tourism and globalisation: vectors of cultural homogenisation? (the

    Tourism and globalisation: vectors of cultural homogenisation? (the case study of bali). Alastair M. Morrison, Ade Gafar Abdullah, Sutanto Leo Proceedings of the Asia Tourism Forum, 2016 " A new approach of Tourism", 19, Atlantis Press, 2016, The 12th Biennial Conference of Hospitality and Tourism Industry in Asia, 978-94-6252-201-5. �hal ...

  10. Tourism and Culture Synergies

    The UNWTO report on Tourism and Culture Synergies highlights the symbiotic relationship between tourism and culture and the interdependency of the two sectors. The report, undertaken through a survey of UNWTO member states and expert opinion, affirms that cultural tourism plays a major role in global tourism today. It also reveals that the sub ...

  11. Tourism and Culture

    This webpage provides UN Tourism resources aimed at strengthening the dialogue between tourism and culture and an informed decision-making in the sphere of cultural tourism. It also promotes the exchange of good practices showcasing inclusive management systems and innovative cultural tourism experiences.. About Cultural Tourism. According to the definition adopted by the UN Tourism General ...

  12. PDF HOW DO WE STOP THE HOMOGENIZATION OF CITIES?

    of cultural homogenization," he says. Today, Suzhou is a UNESCO World Heritage City featuring canal-fronted architecture. Guidelines have helped preserve the city's cultural character.

  13. PDF Tourism and Commodification Relationship in The Globalized World ...

    The impact of tourism on local culture is claimed to lead the emergence of commodification concept and it has become prominent in international tourism research (Mbaiwa, 2011). There are in-depth ... Cultural Homogenization and Heterogeneity The tension between cultural homogeneity and heterogeneity is one the fundamental issues of

  14. Full article: Balinese cultural identity and global tourism: the Garuda

    ABSTRACT. The island of Bali has been inextricably bound up with the tourism industry. This article examines the dynamic Balinese cultural identity and its ever changing relationship with tourism in the age of globalism through the analysis of a case study: the construction of the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park (between 1993-2018), containing an enormous statue of the Hindu God Wisnu ...

  15. Dynamic Relationship Between Tourism and Homogeneity of Tourist

    With the increase in tourism, the size of domestic and foreign travel destinations has also begun to increase. However, this growth is accompanied by the homogenization of each scenic spot, which results in the convergence of destination image and declining competitiveness. To address this problem, this paper is based on the dynamic competition relationship between homogeneous folk tourism ...

  16. Cultural homogenization

    Cultural homogenization. Cultural homogenization is an aspect of cultural globalization, [1] [2] listed as one of its main characteristics, [3] and refers to the reduction in cultural diversity [4] through the popularization and diffusion of a wide array of cultural symbols—not only physical objects but customs, ideas and values. [3]

  17. Globalization and Cultural Homogenization: Unraveling the Complexities

    Cultural homogenization refers to the process wherein diverse cultural practices, traditions, languages, and values become increasingly similar or standardized due to globalization's influence. Manifestations include the proliferation of Westernized consumer culture, linguistic shifts, and the spread of globalized media. ...

  18. Cultural Homogenization: Causes, Effects, and Solutions

    Furthermore, tourism plays a significant role in cultural homogenization. As tourism destinations cater to the preferences of international visitors, there is a tendency to promote standardized experiences that align with dominant cultural expectations. This can lead to the commodification of culture and the replication of cultural experiences ...

  19. Research on the Educational Tourism Development of Intangible Cultural

    Combining the Intangible Cultural Heritage and sustainable development has been an important effort of UNESCO since the new century. This study discusses the suitability of educational tourism development of intangible cultural heritage. On the one hand, it was beneficial to improve the comprehensive quality of students; on the other hand, it was conducive to protecting and rationally ...

  20. Cultural Homogenization Tourism And Hospitality Industry Tourism Essay

    Cultural Homogenization Tourism And Hospitality Industry Tourism Essay. Culture is group of people way of life through they humanize and socialize nature. It gives a world-view and a value system and more network of social relationships. The market that reflect the demands of customers for an extremely wide range of travel and hospitality products.

  21. Experts Tackle Homogenization in Chinese Cultural Tourism for

    Despite the success of destinations like Shixia Village, experts warn that Chinese cultural tourism faces the challenge of homogenization, which threatens the uniqueness of tourist sites. Wu Bihu, a professor at Peking University, emphasizes the importance of preserving the distinctiveness of each location to ensure sustainable growth.

  22. City Organization and Land Use

    The Moscow oblast is the most highly developed and most populated region in Russia. There was a legend that Moscow was built upon seven hills, just like Rome, was exaggerated, and the truth is that there are a only few small hills in and around the city center. In the southwest corner of the city, there is an upland region, called the ...

  23. Capital of Russia

    Moscow is a major political, economic, cultural, religious, financial, educational, and transportation centre of Russia and the world, a global city. It is also the seventh largest city proper in the world, a megacity. The population of Moscow (as of 1 January 2010) is 10,562,099. Moscow, Russia as well as the neighbouring city of Krasnogorsk ...

  24. Elektrostal Tourism and Holidays: Best of Elektrostal

    Elektrostal Tourism: Tripadvisor has 761 reviews of Elektrostal Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Elektrostal holiday resource. Skip to main content. Review. Trips Alerts Sign in. Explore Elektrostal. Hotels. Holiday Rentals. Things to Do. Restaurants. Travel Forums. Flights.

  25. Moscow Districts: Moscow, Central Federal District, Russia

    Arbat District. The district known as Arbat is bordered on both of its sides by the Moscow River and includes the neighbourhoods located directly south of the Nova Arbat Ulitsa and also those on the northerly side of the Garden Ring. The Ulitsa Arbat is a definite highlight and this pedestrian mall stretches for just over 1 km / 0.5 miles ...