Exploring the symbolism of traditional Szekely gates in heritage tourism
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12948604 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Mihaela Preda (0000-0001-6134-7612, University of Bucharest, corresponding author), Ana-Irina Lequeux-Dincă (0000-0002-2488-3528, University of Bucharest), Iuliana Vijulie (0000-0001-9611-3971, University of Bucharest), Alina Mareci (0000-0002-6361-6000, University of Bucharest), Ana-Maria Taloș (0000-0003-1370-7825, University of Bucharest), Anca Tudoricu (0000-0001-7863-1863, University of Bucharest) |
| Year | 2018 |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 81-96 |
| Publication date | 2018-05-21 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | HUMAN GEOGRAPHIES – Journal of Studies and Research in Human Geography (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1843-6587 • E-ISSN: 2067-2284 |
| Publisher | University of Bucharest (Bucharest University Press) (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.5719/hgeo.2018.121.5 |
| OpenAlex | W2803347605 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 8 |
Gates represent an important component of the Romanian domestic life since historical times. They function as a barrier between the sacred family space from inside the household and the space and potential dangers from outside it. Traditional wooden gates have been inscribed with specic elements, thus functioning simultaneously as a household utility and conserving a common identity through their symbolism. Szekely gates represent a lesserknown and studied element of ethnocultural heritage, although the area where they are located has been in the last few years and will probably continue to be a very dynamic and sought after tourism destination. The wooden Szkely gates, found in areas inhabited by this ethnic minority, represent a true accumulation of both Romanian and Szkely rituals and symbols. The aim of the study is to highlight the importance of the gates for the traditional ethnographic heritage of this ethnic minority with real implications for the development of local cultural and heritage tourism. The objectives of the study consist in identifying the main areas of distribution for Szkely gates in Transylvania, the signicance of their main symbols and the level of their current national and international promotion. The research methodology included direct observations, GIS techniques, and eld investigations. The results of this exploratory study show the location of the traditional Szkely gates and their diversity, and the coexistence of a Romanian symbolism with one that is exclusively local through specic motifs and colours. This diversity and coexistence of symbols gives the possibility of inserting Szkely gates as added cultural values into an already visible and viable tourism area
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| Citation velocity | historical |
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| Highly cited | No |