Regional Culture Research Articles

New Finds of Metal Tools of the Late Bronze Age in the Upper Tobol Region

The article presents an analysis of two accidental finds in the area of the villages of Novoilyinovka and Alchanovka (Kostanay oblast, Kazakhstan). The “Alchanovka” sickle belongs to the products of the Sosnovo-Mazino type, but differs by its zigzag ornament. The high iron content indicates the use of copper-pyrite ores as the raw material dating the sickle to the 14th–13th centuries BC and associate it with the Sargary-Alekseyevka culture. The “Novoilyinovka” celt is decorated on both sides by hanging triangles with ends in the form of “pearls”. By its morphological features, it is close to the products of the Maklasheyevka culture and Novoaleksandrovo groups of metal artifacts of the Late Bronze Age of Eastern Europe. Based on the chemical composition of the metal, it belongs to the Maklasheyevka culture of the Volga-Kama region, and possibly dates back to the 13th–12th centuries BC. Most likely, the “Novoilyinovka” celt is an import from the Volga-Kama region. The “Alchanovo” sickle and the “Novoilyinovka” celt reflect two stages within the period between the end of the Late Bronze Age-3 phase and the beginning of the Late Bronze Age-4 phase of the development of the West Asian (Eurasian) metallurgical province of Western Siberia.

Integrating Traditional Craftsmanship in Modern Product Design

In today's rapidly advancing globalisation, the protection and inheritance of regional culture is particularly important. Art design, as an important form of cultural expression, is responsible for transmitting and reviving regional culture. Han embroidery in the Jingchu region is one of the intangible cultural heritages in China, which is a display of skills and a carrier of emotions and philosophies of Jingchu culture. With this in mind, this study explores the specific case of Jingchu Han embroidery and analyses how regional culture expresses and transmits emotions in art design. By analysing the historical background of Han embroidery, its technical characteristics, and its application in modern art design, this paper reveals how regional cultural elements can achieve emotional penetration and stylistic influence in art design. The study also focuses on how the emotional aspects of Jingchu Han embroidery can be borrowed and innovated in modern design practice to enhance artworks' cultural depth and emotional resonance. Jing Chu is one of the important birthplaces of China's history and culture, with a rich cultural heritage and unique regional characteristics. Han embroidery is an important part of Jingchu culture. It is not only a kind of traditional handicraft but also a medium for the people in the Jingchu area to express their emotions and transmit their culture. In modern art design, elements of Han embroidery are widely used, showing its unique artistic charm and cultural value. However, academic and practical circles are still exploring how to express better and convey regional culture's emotions in art design.

A Practical Study on Lingnan Culture’s Integration into Higher Vocational English Teaching

Taking excellent cultural inheritance as the starting point, further strengthening the design of English teaching in higher vocational colleges is the key to promoting the development of English teaching and cultivating students’ comprehensive quality. Under the background of the new era, English teachers in higher vocational colleges combine the regional characteristics of Lingnan culture with the integration of regional culture and curriculum teaching, which can further strengthen students’ language ability and application ability, and is also conducive to the inheritance and development of Lingnan culture. This paper studies the practice of integrating Lingnan culture into English teaching in higher vocational colleges and puts forward corresponding views.

Marketing Planning Research on the Integration of Regional Culture into Milk Tea Products

Marketing Planning Research on the Integration of Regional Culture into Milk Tea Products

Zhuang Food Culture: Meaning and Representation in the Process of New Media Communication in China

Designing a qualitative research method using observations, in-depth interviews, group discussions, and literature review data fieldwork survey collection investigated by participants to the meaning and representation of Zhuang food culture in the process of new media communication in China. The Zhuang people are a Tai-speaking ethnic group, mostly living in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in Southern China. Food also plays a critical role in symbolizing happiness in Chinese culture. Zhuang food culture holds seven tiers of meaning for the Zhuang people, manifested in both traditional festivals and daily life. In Chinese culture, verbal communication is most accurately interpreted in the context of nonverbal communication, social hierarchy, and other background information. Social roles and a concern for respect and harmony inevitably have a bearing on communication. Zhuang food culture reveals that amidst the development of new media communication in China. Focuses on the Zhuang Sanyuesan Festival activities: A deeper understanding of the unique cultural characteristics of this ethnic group in new media communication; the Five-Color Sticky Rice; the Zhuang society and the outside world continuously are developing increasingly; the transformation of the Zhuang people through their production and life practices; etc., The representation of Zhuang food culture on new media platforms is primarily conducted through three dimensions: food culture, regional culture, and traditional Zhuang culture. Zhuang Food Culture has the remarkable ability to bring people together and create a sense of connection. For instance, dumplings, with their round shape and plump filling, symbolize wealth and prosperity and are often eaten during the Chinese New Year to usher in a prosperous year ahead.

Transitions across borders: Migration aspirations of young people from Kinmen, Taiwan

AbstractThis paper examines the migration aspirations of young people from the remote border area of Kinmen, Taiwan and their migratory trajectories—internal migration to the main island of Taiwan and cross‐border migration to China. Located between Taiwan and China, Kinmen is an offshore island with a long history of migration. Based on multi‐site ethnographic data from 30 young people, this paper explores their migratory trajectories and aspirations concerning the instability of socio‐political context and the growing social and cultural inequalities of today's globalised world, China's rise in particular. It contributes to the population geography literature by using migration aspiration as a critical lens to analyse how young people negotiate their borderland identity through mobility under the changing cross‐strait political economy. The paper emphasises the importance of considering the transformation of regional economy and culture when analysing youth migration experiences. In recognising the socially grounded aspects of migration aspiration, it highlights the fluid and transformative nature of migration to enrich our knowledge of how marginalised youth form subjectivities and negotiate complex identities through migration. The distinctive experiences of peripheral youth shed new light on the conceptualisation of border crossing, place and desires under the sway of globalisation.

LETTERATURA ITALIANA E COSTRUZIONE DELL’IDENTITÀ NAZIONALE NELL’OTTOCENTO

In this article we are commenting the weak points of the Italian literary canon built during the 19th century, which was, at that time, linked to the legitimating of national identity and independence. The idea that an Italian literary canon existed, even in the absence of a national state, had been discussed by Foscolo, Nievo, and Leopardi, and became a central point in Francesco de Sanctis’ History of Italian Literature. De Sanctis describes the evolution of Italian literature seen as a coherent pattern, starting with the Middle Ages and Dante Aligheri who is presented as a national poet. But this type of conception reduces the complexity and variety of regional and local cultures, like for example the poems in roman dialect by Giuseppe Gioachino Belli, and completely ignores women writers, such as, for example, Cristina Trivulzio.

An insight into the ecology of Manasbal Lake of Kashmir valley: A Review

Manasbal Lake is the deepest freshwater lake in India and has suffered environmental degradation due to various human activities, such as agriculture, urban expansion, tourism, stone quarrying etc. The lake is in dire need of comprehensive restoration measures to restore its ecological balance, which is quite crucial for the region's economy and culture. Preserving this natural treasure safeguards biodiversity, supports local livelihoods and ensures that future generations can enjoy its unique beauty, making it a vital investment for the region's well-being and prosperity. The present study aims to consolidate data concerning the diverse biotic and abiotic elements of Manasbal Lake within the context of its management and preservation. It provides crucial insights into the hydrological and watershed features of Manasbal Lake, while also offering a comprehensive historical overview. Moreover, the document elaborates on the water quality indicators and key biotic components to delineate the ecological dynamics within the lake. Additionally, it outlines various environmental issues confronting the lake and proposes remedial actions to protect its ecosystem. Manasbal Lake is facing substantial ecological challenges due to human settlements, agricultural runoff, tourism, and stone quarrying. The influx of nutrients from household waste, sewage, and agricultural activities has led to significant eutrophication. Tourism has exacerbated this problem, with motorboat use and oil spills further polluting the lake. Stone quarrying has added excessive calcium, causing sedimentation and nutrient buildup, adversely affecting aquatic life and local vegetation. Addressing these issues requires comprehensive management strategies to regulate human activities, improve waste management, and restore the lake's ecological balance.This research could facilitate the endeavors of scholars interested in investigating the ecology of Manasbal Lake by offering a framework of the essential ecological facets linked to this water body.

Analysis of Performance and Genetic Characteristics of Cultural Landscapes in Traditional Villages along the Jinzhong Section of the Wanli Tea Road from a Landscape Gene Information Chain Perspective: A Case Study of Xiamen Village

The traditional villages along the Wanli Tea Road carry rich historical and cultural heritage, holding significant humanistic and scientific value. However, with the rapid pace of urbanization and modernization, the inheritance and protection of the cultural landscapes in these traditional villages face numerous challenges. Based on this, this study focuses on Xiamen Village, a traditional village along the Jinzhong section of the Wanli Tea Road, utilizing the perspective of the landscape gene information chain to reveal the performance and genetic characteristics of its unique and regionally distinctive cultural landscape genes. The study provides theoretical support for the protection and inheritance of cultural landscapes in traditional villages along the Wanli Tea Road. The results show that: (1) The overall cultural landscape of Xiamen Village has been well preserved, with notable characteristics in environment, layout, architecture, and culture, demonstrating its rich historical and cultural accumulation, and offering high research and conservation value; (2) The landscape gene information chain of Xiamen Village plays a critical role in integrating the village’s cultural landscape. The landscape gene information elements and points express the village’s unique historical inheritance through regional culture and material forms. The “branch-like” structure of the landscape gene information corridors effectively connects the various landscape gene information points, while the landscape gene information network reflects the interaction between tradition and modernity; (3) The landscape gene information chain of Xiamen Village shows a relationship of coexistence between inheritance and change in its genetic characteristics. Although some landscape genes face challenges from modernization, their core traits have not been lost. The inheritance of the landscape genes is not static but adjusts and reconstructs within an evolving social and cultural context, reflecting adaptability and flexibility in response to modern demands.

Research on Khorchin Zasagt Wedding Songs

The nomadic Mongolians have a rich tradition of songs and music, which has retained its distinct characteristics and forms over a long historical period. The traditional culture and art of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China are undoubtedly a core component of nomadic culture. Therefore, in this study, we have focused on the traditional songs of the nomadic descendants of the Khorchin Right Wing Front Banner in the present-day Hinggan League. Specifically, we have examined the inheritance and transmission of these songs, their classification, and the social impact and trends associated with them.

Context‐driven implementation strategies: Exploring three approaches to implement a lean capability framework within a global production company

AbstractThis paper explores global implementation of capability building projects as part of an corporate lean programme. The aim is to identify the core parameters in global implementation of complex knowledge in various contexts within the corporation. The empirical research investigates the global implementation of a lean capability project in three regional clusters within a large pharmaceutical multinational production company. The findings indicate that contextual situations in regional clusters, for example, maturity levels, national culture, and previous experiences, influence the design of the implementation approaches embedding knowledge management principles in various ways. Three types of implementation approaches (horizontal, parallel, and delegated) are identified, which highlights the strategically different pathways to realise new frameworks for knowledge management. This study shows how adjustments to contextual situations influence the implementation process and identifies various hallenges with various approaches that may hinder the execution of lean strategy. This paper puts forward five identified implementation parameters that could guide future research and knowledge management practitioners in opex, HR, and learning and development functions.

Evolution and Innovation of Guangxi Yao Mountain Residential Architecture Space from the Perspective of Cultural Heritage

Enhancing national cultural self-confidence involves promoting and strengthening the protection and utilisation of traditional national villages. Studying how to protect and inherit the resources of these villages, as well as utilising existing resources in a sustainable manner, poses a challenging issue. Further research is needed to investigate the influence of regional culture on residential buildings in the mountainous areas of the Yao people in Guangxi, and to explore how traditional architectural elements can preserve their cultural essence using modern artistic language. The project aims to: 1. Examine how regional culture influences Yao ethnic minority houses in Guangxi's mountains; 2. Evaluate existing challenges and implement contemporary design for improvement; 3. Create sustainable and culturally significant Yao mountain dwellings. The research collected qualitative data from six towns using a combination of semi-structured interviews, participant observation, and reviewing internet and print news sources. The residential structures in Yaochi Mountain District, Guangxi exhibit unique regional cultural traits, although they also have deficiencies in several areas. This study find that the beauty of the natural environment remains constant but the architectural vestiges and cultural history show remarkable variance, both of which greatly contribute to sustainable development. This study found that traditional villages in Guangxi share a number of characteristics, including a severe deficiency in clean energy and a poor rate of carbon utilisation, during our investigation of the sustainable development of the spatial dimension of the ecological legacy of these communities. According to a weight analysis performed at the sub-index factor level, the variety of building uses is the most important indicator of the spatial sustainability of traditional villages in Guangxi. The outcomes of this study provided a valuable empirical evidence and practical suggestions for areas and nations involved in the preservation of cultural heritage and the investigation of sustainable rural development.

Arthritis in the Regional Cultures of the American Nations: An Overlooked Component of a Larger Unhealthy Lifestyle Syndemic.

Introduction: Health indices vary widely within the United States (U.S.), with clear "belts and epicenters" where the prevalence of unhealthy lifestyle behaviors, chronic disease, and disability are all high. Arthritis is a significant, well-established risk factor for developing chronic disease. In this paper, we hypothesize that the prevalence and patterns of arthritis in the U.S. will mirror that of other leading health issues across the country. Methods: We merged county-level data on arthritis, disability, and depression prevalence, the Lifestyle Health Index (LHI), the Social Vulnerability Index (SVI) and the American Nations regional cultures schematic. Results: Data was available from 3073 U.S. counties. We found age-adjusted arthritis prevalence has statistically significant and generally strong Pearson product correlations (r ≈ 0.70, P < 0.001) with (1) LHI sub scores and overall score; (2) Depression prevalence; (3) Disability prevalence; and (4) SVI. The geographic distribution of age-adjusted arthritis prevalence according to the American Nations regional cultures model demonstrated clear heterogeneity across regions. Conclusions: The status of population health in the U.S. is disconcerting and the current model of health care delivery, which is often approached from a siloed (condition-specific vs holistic care), reactionary, secondary prevention model, is inadequate to the challenge.

An Analysis of the Characteristics of Spatiotemporal Change to the Benma Walls of Tibetan Buddhist Architecture Under the Influence of Politics, Technology, and Regional Culture

An Analysis of the Characteristics of Spatiotemporal Change to the Benma Walls of Tibetan Buddhist Architecture Under the Influence of Politics, Technology, and Regional Culture

Study on the spatiotemporal distribution patterns and influencing factors of cultural heritage: a case study of Fujian Province

The spatiotemporal distribution characteristics of cultural heritage reveal the trajectory of human activity changes, and a deep analysis of its natural and cultural factors holds significant reference value for the overall conservation and management of cultural heritages. This study focuses on the cultural heritage at the provincial level and above in Fujian, utilizing GIS spatial analysis to explore the spatiotemporal evolution of cultural heritages and their natural and human influencing factors. The research findings are as follows: (1) The distribution of cultural heritage in Fujian exhibits a clustering pattern, with dense areas transitioning from the upstream regions of the prehistoric and pre-Qin periods to the eastern coastal areas gradually. (2) The Ming and Qing dynasties have the highest number of cultural heritages, with the type of heritage transitioning from ancient sites in the early periods to ancient architecture, and in modern times, mainly important historical sites and representative architectural heritages. (3) The overall centroid coordinates of cultural heritage reveal a shift from the northern part of Fujian to the eastern and southern parts. (4) Natural factors significantly influence the distribution of cultural heritage, with a higher concentration in plain and hilly areas, on slight slopes with gradients between 0.5° and 2.0°, and on the southern and southeastern slopes, especially within a 1-kilometer radius of rivers. (5) The creation of cultural heritage during historical periods is closely linked to the regional history, culture, political, and economic environments. The positive development of these socio-cultural factors has a promotional effect on the quantity of cultural heritage. This study demonstrates the utility and applicability of GIS spatial analysis techniques in cultural heritage research, providing a methodological framework that can be adapted and applied internationally. The findings offer insightful data that can inform targeted conservation and development strategies for cultural heritage, ensuring their effective preservation and sustainable management across different regions.

Research on Regional Culture-enabled Ceramic-based Cultural and Creative Product Design

Regional culture is of great significance to the design of cultural and creative products. Regional cultural elements empower product design, on the one hand, they can promote the inheritance and innovative development of regional culture; on the other hand, they can design cultural and creative products with both historical and cultural traditions and in line with modern aesthetics. Currently, cultural and creative products are hot, but not many ceramic cultural and creative products are practical, artistic and cultural at the same time. Therefore, this paper explores the combination of regional culture and ceramic cultural and creative product design, and explores how regional culture can empower ceramic cultural and creative product design through the literature research method and case analysis method. What is more, it also puts forward the current problems including design homogenisation and lack of cultural connotation and practicality in the design of ceramic cultural and creative products, and puts forward coping strategies to further improve the regional cultural characteristics of ceramic cultural and creative product design, like the introduction of design talent, according to the group demand for design optimization.

Study on protection and sustainable inheritance of Fujian Tubao: A case study of Fuxing Bao in Yong’an City

Fujian Tubao, a defensive residential structure predominantly found in central Fujian, represents a significant cultural heritage of the region. However, with the rapid urbanization underway, Fujian Tubao faces the threat of extinction, presenting severe challenges to its survival and development. Identifying a sustainable development path for Fujian Tubao is crucial for preserving regional culture. This study uses Fuxing Bao, a quintessential example of Fujian Tubao, as a case study to explore conservation methods based on adaptive reuse. Through field surveys, questionnaires, in-depth interviews, and case studies, we analyze the historical background of the building, focusing on the current physical and social environment of Fuxing Bao. Our findings indicate that the current state of preservation of Fuxing Bao can meet the requirements for adaptive reuse. By integrating results from surveys and interviews with local villagers, we propose sustainable development strategies and conservation methods. This research offers a sustainable development model for Fujian Tubao and other traditional regional dwellings. By adopting an adaptive reuse perspective, it aims to better address the conflict between modern living and traditional architectural preservation, ensuring that these architectural spaces are properly protected and continue to play a unique role in contemporary society.

Analisis Kebudayaan Batak Pakpak di Sumatera

Batak Pakpak regional culture is an integral part of the richness of Indonesian culture spread across the Sumatra region. Geographically, the Pakpak Batak tribe inhabits the high hilly areas around the North Tapanuli area. Their culture encompasses various aspects, including language, customs, traditional arts, music, dance, and unique beliefs and value systems. The customs of the Pakpak Batak tribe are very strong in everyday life, with norms that regulate various aspects of social, economic and religious life. Traditional arts such as carving, weaving and stone carving are deep cultural expressions and have high value for the Pakpak people. Apart from that, traditional Batak Pakpak music and dances, such as gondang sabangunan and tortor, are important media in traditional ceremonies and cultural festivals. They are also known for their beliefs and value systems that value living in harmony with nature and the continuity of generations. This research aims to dig deeper into the cultural diversity of the Batak Pakpak in Sumatra and understand the role and cultural values in strengthening their identity. Through this analysis, it is hoped that it can provide a more comprehensive picture of this cultural richness and its implications in the context of Indonesia's cultural diversity.

The Research on “Shandong Image” and “Shandong Imagination” in Contemporary Film and Television Works

The “Shandong Image” and “Shandong Imagination” in contemporary film and television works not only reflect the profound heritage of regional culture, but also reflect the inheritance and innovation of regional culture. Shandong people are often portrayed as upright, forthright and indomitable in film and television works. These characteristics come from Shandong’s profound cultural heritage and historical tradition. With the development of society and the diversification of culture, the image of Shandong people also shows a more diversified trend in film and television works. The “Shandong Image” and “Shandong Imagination” have both traditional positive images and more complex and multi-faceted role shaping. The contemporary film and television works have shaped the “Shandong Image” and “Shandong Imagination” through the construction of geographical space, the portrayal of dialect characters, the rendering of historical background, local folk customs, regional culture labels, etc. These works reconstruct the “other” image based on the perception of Shandong cultural image. These “Shandong Image” and “Shandong Imagination” form the collective imagination with Shandong cultural characteristics and build the cultural identity of Shandong people.

Memorability of Tourism Experiences and The Influence Towards Revisit Intention to The Museum: A Conceptual Model Development

Museums play an important role in cultural tourism as they display cultural heritage, present the culture and history of different regions, and have educational and entertainment functions. Museum visitors belong to the same tourism industry that makes up the whole contribution to the country's GDP. It is indisputable to address tourism as an industry that focuses on visitors' personal experience, whereby tourists are eager for a memorable tourism experience (MTE). Specifically, a study on MTE and revisit intention has existed in recent years. Despite the growth of studies on MTE and revisit intention, studies that focus on museum settings were found to be scarce. Hence, this article aims to integrate previous research about MTE and revisit intention that finally will propose a conceptual framework for future study. This case study will use a non-probability sampling method that will consider the National Museum as the survey site. The findings of this study are expected to assist the relevant tourism stakeholders in maneuvering tourism experience marketing and promoting revisit intention among the visitors of the museums in Malaysia.