Traditional Village Research Articles

Traditional village perception and protection behavior: the mediating role of local identity and the impact of different population differences

ABSTRACT The landscape perception and identity of residents in traditional villages significantly influence their conservation behaviors and are affected by multiple factors. However, empirical studies on how residents’ perceptions of village landscapes influence their willingness to engage in conservation activities, particularly within the context of China, remain limited. This study, therefore, focuses on residents in the southeastern coastal region of China and, based on the Attitude-Behavior Theory framework, constructs a “Perceived Value – Place Identity–Behavioral Intention” model. Utilizing structural equation modeling, the study explores the mediating role and related characteristics of place identity between the perceived value of traditional village landscapes and residents’ behavioral intentions. The findings reveal that both landscape perceived value and place identity significantly impact residents’ behavioral intentions, with place identity mediating the effect of various dimensions of perceived value on residents’ behavioral intentions. The comprehensive path coefficient rankings are as follows: architectural landscape perception, layout landscape perception, cultural landscape perception, and environmental landscape perception. Additionally, residents’ demographic characteristics partially influence their attitude and behavior. This study validates the behavioral characteristics of residents in the conservation of traditional villages and highlights the critical role of the perception-identity link in promoting conservation behavior. These findings not only contribute to the knowledge system of residents’ attitudes and behaviors in traditional village conservation but also have significant implications for the targeted preservation and enhancement of village landscape elements.

A data-driven approach to traditional village colors: K-Means clustering of online images

ABSTRACT This study aims to quantify the color characteristics of traditional villages, explore the key aspects of color that attract tourist attention, and propose solutions to enhance the readability and legibility of these villages. The findings are intended to provide practical guidance for the restoration and use of village colors. The research focuses on how tourists perceive the color characteristics of traditional villages. The objective is to conduct color clustering analysis to identify the composition and characteristics of village colors, and further analyze the underlying causes to offer suggestions for optimization and enhancement. It employs a methodology based on urban imagery theory, using clustering and secondary extraction of color data from online images. The results reveal distinct contrasts and harmonies in the colors of the five elements providing a basis for improving spatial readability and visual guidance. These findings not only offer practical design references for optimizing traditional village colors but also provide valuable insights for the protection and restoration of other traditional sites. In particular, the contrast between the colors of boundaries and landmarks can enhance visual recognition, while the complementary color designs of paths and boundaries can improve spatial readability, contributing to the sustainable development of traditional villages.

Construction of Legal Order in Traditional Villages under the Background of Rural Revitalization Strategy--Taking Qianmei Village of Shantou City as an Example

Since the new era, the construction of rural rule of law has gradually received more attention and attention. The construction of rural rule of law order is an important link to promote the construction of rural rule of law, and it is an inherent requirement to promote the implementation of rural revitalization strategy from the track of rule of law. Under the background of rural revitalization strategy, traditional villages take cultural tourism development as a means of revitalization and development and introduce more subjects such as tourists into the field of rural development. The experience and deficiencies of rural governance and the construction of legal order are of more reference value. Taking Qianmei Village, Shantou City, Guangdong Province as an example, this study uses the research methods of questionnaire survey, interview survey, field observation and literature survey to explore the practical experience of traditional villages in promoting rural governance by industrial development and forming villagers' norms by village rules and people's conventions, and concludes that there are four problems in the construction of the rule of law in the process of unclear legislation, lack of confidence, lack of law popularization and insufficient guarantee mechanism. In the face of these problems, the author tries to improve the basic legal system and build the foundation of the legal order in rural areas. Improve the ability to practice the rule of law and establish the authority of the rule of law in rural areas; Improve grassroots legal services, based on the actual needs of rural areas; The overall idea of strengthening the publicity and education of the rule of law and innovating the publicity methods of the rule of law seeks to make the rule of law truly rooted in the rural land of Chinese society.

Cultural geography meets architectural typology: a mixed-methods study of traditional Bayu dwellings in Southwestern China

ABSTRACT Traditional Bayu dwellings in China’s mountainous regions embody a rich yet underexplored architectural heritage, characterized by unique cultural and regional attributes. This study addresses the gap by investigating the architectural typologies, spatial distribution, and cultural influences of these dwellings. Employing a mixed-methods approach within the framework of cultural geography, the research integrates qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Data collection was conducted in three phases: (1) field surveys and documentation of 67 heritage-listed dwellings and 164 traditional villages; (2) collection of geographic data using GIS tools, including Digital Elevation Model (DEM) analysis; and (3) comprehensive literature review of historical and cultural records. Data analysis utilized statistical methods, including second-order cluster analysis, and spatial analysis with ArcGIS. The findings identify four primary dwelling types and delineate four architectural cultural zones shaped by geographical segregation, economic exchanges, and ethnic interactions. This study contributes to a broader understanding of the architectural culture and regional characteristics of the Bayu region, offering valuable insights for cultural heritage preservation and informing sustainable development strategies.

Quantitative Analysis of the Evolution of Production–Living–Ecological Space in Traditional Villages: A Comparative Study of Rural Areas in Tibet

Since the introduction of the rural revitalization strategy by the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China in 2017, there have been significant transformations in the production–living–ecological space (PLES) within villages. Evaluating and enhancing villages’ PLES are crucial for fostering sustainable development. Therefore, this study utilized a multi-scale environmental assessment model and mathematical approach to conduct horizontal and vertical nested correlation analyses of indicators at different levels through a path analysis, a Spearman correlation analysis, a variance analysis, the entropy weight method, data simulation, and other methods to establish a “three-dimensional” comprehensive evaluation system for traditional village PLES. The findings indicate the following: (1) The ecological space of traditional villages in Tibet significantly impacts the overall environment of the PLES, with the components’ impact ranked as follows: ecological space > production space > living space. Furthermore, industry and tourism resources show a significant positive correlation with traditional villages’ PLES; (2) There are no significant differences in natural environmental factors, such as air relative humidity, temperature, humidity index, and wind efficiency index among traditional villages in neighboring cities in Tibet. However, they all possess profound ecological and cultural heritage; (3) There are notable disparities in living space between traditional villages in Lhasa and Nyingchi, indicating unbalanced development. It is evident that traditional village construction should not only focus on the development of certain PLES but also pay attention to the balanced development of the overall spatial environment. This study holds great significance for enhancing the living environment of traditional villages in Tibet and promoting sustainable development through protection efforts in these villages.

Orang Haria and Marriage Customs: The Reality of Socio-cultural Order in the Maluku Archipelago

Maluku is an archipelagic region consisting of both large and small islands surrounded by the ocean. The community interaction dynamics on and between these islands are shaped by the knowledge or mindsets based on each community’s cultural background or traditional customs, which are institutionalized within every individual and within the collective community of its adherents. Specifically, marriage customs, whether it involves payment of a dowry or traditional legitimization, integrates two individuals with different identity backgrounds into the social environment on a micro-scale (family/mataruma) and a macro scale (village/community). The people of Haria identify themselves as part of Negeri Haria, one of the traditional villages on Saparua Island, Maluku, which has meaningful marriage traditions aimed at establishing social and cultural order. These marriage customs signal to family members and ancestors about the marriage events of descendants, visible from the traditional process of introducing a wife, whether from within or outside Negeri Haria, and the obligations of a man who marries and takes a daughter from Negeri Haria to merge with his identity (family/original village). The various conditions include kain berkat (negeri wealth) meja kaweng, marriage dowry payment, and hatu mata. Additionally, there are traditions of changing the surname of a child born out of wedlock (child reallocation) or adopting someone else’s anak (arken anak). The young generation of Negeri Haria, generally needs more precise knowledge about marriage customs to form social order for newly established households. This writing aims to reveal the objective reality of the community’s oral traditions in written form, preserved for cultural conservation purposes. The reality was discovered using qualitative research, such as observation and interview methods. Hence, efforts to preserve the cultural values of this indigenous community involve tracing stories from traditional leaders who possess the knowledge and perform the ritual processes of marriage customs. Keywords: Orang Haria, marriage customs, socio-cultural regularities

A Study on the Water Management Knowledge of Traditional Villages from the Perspective of Stormwater Resilience—A Case Study of Changqi Ancient Village in Guangdong, China

With the advancement of resilience concepts, enhancing resilience capacity has become an effective approach to addressing rainwater and flooding issues. Most rural planning and construction efforts adopt urban planning models from economically developed regions, often leading to surface hardening, which subsequently causes drainage difficulties and severe surface water accumulation during the rainy season. In contrast, traditional Lingnan villages, exemplified by Guangdong’s Changqi Ancient Village, continue to function normally in flood-prone areas, suggesting that their water management knowledge merits investigation. Previous research on rainwater management in traditional Chinese villages has predominantly been qualitative, lacking scientific data support. This study employs an eco-social resilience perspective, combining field surveys and interviews with villagers, and utilizes the SWMM (Storm Water Management Model) software to conduct both qualitative and quantitative analyses of Changqi Ancient Village. The findings reveal the following: (1) The SWMM effectively quantifies rainwater and flood management in traditional villages. (2) From an ecological resilience perspective, the village’s geographical location is crucial. The topography, along with a rainwater regulation system comprising rivers, ponds, ditches, and permeable pavements, significantly influences the village’s drainage performance. (3) From a social resilience perspective, community participation is vital to the long-term stable development of traditional villages. This includes post-disaster collective fundraising by villagers for the restoration of rainwater and flood management facilities, the formulation of village regulations, and the construction and restoration of spiritual sites. (4) From an eco-social resilience perspective, the eco-social resilience system exhibits adaptive cyclical characteristics, where the geographical environment and the local economy significantly shape the ecological spatial patterns of Changqi, while positive interaction between nature and human society ensures the system’s dynamic equilibrium.

Legal Implications of Incest Marriage in Balinese Customary Law

This study aims to discuss incest marriage in terms of marriage law, the legal implications of incest marriage, as well as the problems of customary law and national law governing incest marriage. This study uses empirical juridical research methods with a factual and sociological approach. Incest marriage has violated the provisions contained in Article 8 of Law Number 1 of 1974, Article 30 of the Civil Code, and Article 39 of the Compilation of Islamic Law which prohibits marriage between brothers and sisters who are still related by blood. The legal implications of incest marriage as stipulated in Article 22, Article 24, Article 26, and Article 27 of Law Number 1 of 1974 can be declared null and void. Incest marriage as a tradition that developed in Bonyoh traditional village is not in accordance with national law, but on the other hand customary law in force in the region does not prohibit incest marriage. The indigenous Bonyoh villagers consider incest marriages as an effort to preserve local traditions that have been passed down by ancestors over time

Planning and Construction Strategies for Infrastructure in Traditional Villages of the Grand Canal from the Perspective of Villager Needs

The traditional villages along the Jiangsu section of the Grand Canal are facing the threat of decline and disappearance due to the decline of the canal transportation function and the advancement of urbanization, and it is urgent to study the protection and renewal of these villages. Based on the needs of villagers, this study aims to explore the planning and construction strategies of traditional village infrastructure in the Jiangsu section of the Grand Canal. Through a literature review, field investigation, and qualitative and quantitative analysis methods, this paper conducts in-depth research and data analysis on the status quo of six types of infrastructure in 29 traditional villages, including road traffic, water supply and drainage, garbage sanitation, energy utilization, postal communication, and ecological disaster prevention. The research results show that, although the infrastructure construction has made some progress, there are still problems such as unreasonable planning, low construction quality, and the lack of cultural characteristics, which cannot fully meet the actual needs of villagers. Through a regional comparative analysis, it is found that the infrastructure condition of the Jiangnan Canal section is better than that of the Huaiyang Canal section and Middle Canal section, but they all face challenges of protection and renewal. Based on the needs of villagers, this study puts forward corresponding protection and optimization strategies, which provide theoretical guidance and practical methods for the sustainable development of traditional village infrastructure, and it has important reference significance for the infrastructure protection and development of traditional villages in other regions.

THE FUNCTIONING OF COMONYMS IN MODERN SONG TEXTS OF THE TATAR AND MARI PEOPLES

The article is devoted to the analysis of the modern musical and song tradition of the contacting ethnic groups of the Middle Volga region. The main attention is focused on the study of song texts in the Tatar and Mari languages contained in the names of rural settlements of the Republic of Tatarstan and the Republic of Mari El. The preservation of a common trend for all ethnic groups, expressed in the unification of thematic groups, the preservation of common features of national and cultural specificity in the performance of musical works, has been established. An archaic pentatonic characteristic of the Tatar song model, borrowed into the Mari folk song, has been recorded. It is confirmed that the basis of the modern Tatar and Mari musical and song culture of the village is the genre of village chant, marking the place of existence of the song and informing about the attribution of the song to a certain locality. There is a direct connection between the village and the rustic motif (chant). The implementation of the village tune is carried out mainly in everyday languages through lyrical songs and “takmak”. “Takmak” (analogous to Russian chastushka), as a legacy of the musical influence of the Turkic-Tatar population of the Middle Volga region, retained its influence on the musical tradition of the Cheremis (Mari) people, which allowed to establish a certain kinship of modern folkish songs of these peoples in rural society. The marking of the geographical affiliation of the song works is provided by toponyms describing the location of a particular locality. Song collections of a consolidated type in the Tatar and Mari languages are presented in printed and electronic versions. A comparative analysis of modern songs, including comonyms, revealed the manifestation of similar features when they are implemented in a natural cultural environment. Most modern folkish songs, both Tatar and Mari, are based on traditional motifs of the small homeland, nostalgia for the rural nativity, love of nature, autobiographical history, memories of past youth and childhood, indicating the characteristic features of the geo-landscape for this territory, as well as linguistic and cultural images based on the motives of sociocommunication – the presentation of the settlement, its residents, outstanding natives, self-presentation, promotion of village traditions, relationships of the multiethnic composition of the village, etc.

Cognitive Recognition of Space and Social Connections of Traditional Villages in Shanxi Province: A Case Study of Ding, Shijiagou, and Yanjing Villages

Cognitive Recognition of Space and Social Connections of Traditional Villages in Shanxi Province: A Case Study of Ding, Shijiagou, and Yanjing Villages

THE INFLUENCE OF CAPITAL, DIGITAL PAYMENTS, AND FINANCIAL LITERACY ON MSME INCOME IN JIMBARAN TRADITIONAL VILLAGE

In Bali Province, there are 412,265 MSME units which continue to increase every year. The government provides assistance to help MSMEs develop their businesses in the form of capital assistance and loan rate relief. However, MSME players have not implemented much financial management and there is still a lack of good use of digital payments. The small amount of capital owned, the low level of financial literacy and the use of digital payment for MSMEs in Jimbaran Traditional Village can make the income earned from the business undirected. The purpose of this study was to calculate and analyze the effect of capital, digital payment, and financial literacy on MSME income in Jimbaran Village both partially and simultaneously. This research is quantitative research with data analysis techniques using multiple linear regression tests. The sample was taken using purposive sampling method and 50 MSMEs were obtained. The independent variables in this study are capital, digital payment, and financial literacy, while the dependent variable in this study is income. The results showed that capital, digital payment and financial literacy partially had a positive and significant effect on MSME income in the traditional village of Jimbaran and there was a positive and significant effect between capital, digital payment, and financial literacy simultaneously on MSME income in the traditional village of Jimbaran.

Identification Model of Traditional Village Cultural Landscape Elements and Its Application from the Perspective of Living Heritage—A Case Study of Chentian Village in Wuhan

At present, there are limitations in the cognition of the elements of traditional village cultural landscapes, less excavation of the elements of production-type cultural landscapes, little attention to the layering of cultural landscapes in different periods and the correlation between the elements of different types of cultural landscapes, and insufficient research on the living continuity of traditional village cultural landscapes. In the context of rural cultural revitalization, it is necessary to explore strategies for the conservation and development of traditional village cultural landscapes from the perspective of living heritage. By interpreting the core connotation of the concepts of living heritage and cultural landscape, a model of traditional village cultural landscape elements and a framework for the identification of living elements are constructed. On the above basis, Chentian Village in Wuhan is taken as an example to identify its living cultural landscape elements, and to analyze the evolution of its cultural landscape elements from the dimension of “time-function”. In Chentian Village, a total of seventeen cultural landscapes were identified. Of these, ten were cultural landscapes with functional continuity and living heritage characteristics; three were cultural landscapes whose existing functions have changed significantly from their initial functions; and four were cultural landscapes that were inactive and have lost their original functions. Finally, this study proposes corresponding protection and development strategies for living heritage and non-living heritage of cultural landscapes.

Research on Spatial Pattern and Accessibility of Traditional Villages-Taking Henan Province as an Example

Abstract. Chinese culture has a long history. Traditional villages carry the breath of history. The great cultural attraction of traditional villages to people and the implementation of rural revitalization policies, it makes the attention to traditional villages gathered. Henan Province has a deep cultural heritage, he has many traditional villages, widely distributed. Therefore, it is particularly important to study the spatial pattern and accessibility of national-level traditional villages in Henan Province. This study takes 275 national-level traditional villages in Henan Province as research objects, using GIS analysis with accessibility to study the spatial pattern of traditional villages in Henan Province and to demonstrate the accessibility of traditional villages in prefectural-level cities in Henan Province at the municipal scale. Studies have shown that the spatial pattern and accessibility of the distribution of traditional villages in Henan Province are closely related to many factors (transportation road network, distance from the central city, etc.). The accessibility values of traditional villages in each prefecture-level city vary greatly, indicating that there are obvious differences in the accessibility of traditional villages in Henan Province. It intuitively reflects the spatial distribution and accessibility of traditional villages in Henan Province, with a view to providing a reference for the tourism development of traditional villages. Providing an analytical basis for promoting the optimal allocation of traditional village resources.

From text to insights: leveraging NLP to assess how landscape features shape tourist perceptions and emotions toward traditional villages

Abstract Understanding tourist perceptions and the relationship between landscape features and emotional attitudes in traditional village is crucial for sustainable development. However, quantifying these perceptions over vast spatiotemporal scales is challenging. Additionally, there is a paucity of knowledge on which landscape features influence tourist perceptions within varied samples on a spatial scale. In this study, we analyzed 39,130 online reviews of 57 traditional Chinese villages from 2018 to 2023. Utilizing Word2Vec and machine learning techniques, we identified 14 key landscape feature indicators. These were quantitatively scored using expert evaluations, and their relationship to tourists’ emotional attitudes was determined through linear regression analysis. The analysis revealed that architectural elements, service facilities, convenience, and sanitation are positively associated with tourists’ emotional attitudes towards traditional villages. Contrary to expectations, the frequency of landscape feature mentions did not correlate significantly with emotional attitudes, challenging traditional assumptions about the visibility of landscape features and their impact.

Construction and Characterization of Traditional Village Landscape Cultural Genome Atlases: A Case Study in Xupu County, Hunan, China

The Yuan River Basin in Hunan Province, known for its rich history and cultural heritage, is home to traditional village landscapes characterized by distinct cultural genes and regional features. This study focuses on 21 traditional villages in Xupu County, Huaihua, and develops four types of traditional village landscape cultural genome atlases at three hierarchical levels: individual villages, multiple villages, and a specific research area. These atlases include genetic linkage maps, spatial sequence maps, distribution pattern maps, and geographical pattern maps. Using Yangquepo in Zhumucun Village as a case study, we constructed a genetic linkage map for the landscape cultural genome of a single traditional village, based on the arrangement structure of courtyard layouts. Spatial sequence maps were derived from the overall spatial configuration, while distribution pattern maps and geographical pattern maps for the 21 villages were developed using kernel density analysis in ArcGIS 10.8 software. The results reveal that traditional village landscapes in the region possess a diverse cultural genome, marked by distinct regional characteristics and spatial organization patterns.

SOSIALISASI PENGOLAHAN SAMPAH BERBASIS SUMBER DAN PRAKTEK PEMBUATAN ECO-ENZYME DAN KOMPOS DI DESA ADAT SABA

The population of Indonesia and the very rapid development of industry have caused the amount of waste to increase or increase and it has not been managed well by the government and society, so waste has become a problem that can damage the environment. Of the total waste produced, around 80% is dominated by organic waste which is only seen as residual waste that has no economic value and causes environmental pollution. In accordance with the circular letter from the Governor of Bali regarding source-based waste management which has not been implemented effectively by every traditional village, through the KKN UNHI activities of Saba Village Group 10, socialization of source-based waste management and the practice of making compost and eco enzymes was carried out. This activity aims to socialize the waste management process and practice processing organic waste by making compost and eco-enzymes. Socialization and practical activities for making composters and eco enzyme liquids were carried out at the Banjar Hall of Saba Traditional Village, Blahbatuh District, Gianyar Regency which was attended by PKK throughout Saba Village, KWT Lestari Saba and STT Saba Traditional Village. Eco enzymes produced from organic waste, namely leather and vegetables, mixed with sugar and water and fermented for 3 months have benefits as house cleaning agents, effective natural fertilizers and pesticides, farming and purifying water, air and soil. Apart from being useful in helping the community in processing organic and inorganic waste, it also has economic value and helps government programs in preserving the environment in order to save the earth from global warming.

Makna Simbolik Appabbajikang Bunting Pada Prosesi Pernikahan Adat Makassar di Desa Pattallikang Kabupaten Gowa

This research is entitled The Symbolic Meaning of Appabbajikang bunting in the Makassar Traditional Wedding Procession in Pattallikang Village, Gowa Regency. This research aims to describe the icons, indices and symbols contained in the process of implementing appabbajikang bunting in Pattallikang village, Gowa Regency in terms of Charles Sanders Peirce's semiotic theory. This type of research is qualitative with a qualitative descriptive research design. The methods used in collecting data for this research were observation, interviews and documentation. The results of this research show that in the process of implementing the appabbajikang bunting tradition in Pattallikang village, Gowa Regency it has the meaning of (1) icons, namely tai bani and doek. (2) the meaning of the index, namely dupa, nipaasori lipak, and nisioi na sisioi kanrejawa. (3) the meaning of the symbols, namely jajjakkang, umba-umba, tai bani, doek, kanrejawa lapisik, lawarak kadea, kanrejawa sirikaya, songkolok palopok, jeknek inung, lekok kalomping, lipak. In general, the meaning contained in the tradition of the appabbajikang bunting procession in Pattallikang village, Gowa Regency is to unite the bride and groom, obtain abundant fortune, and have a prosperous household life.

Penglipuran Tourist Village, Kubu Village, Bangli Regency, Bali in Maintaining the Sustainability of Cultural Values and Bamboo Forests: A Legal Sociology Perspective

The development of the Penglipuran tourism village based on culture ensures the welfare of the Penglipuran indigenous community. The profit-sharing management pattern with the Bangli Regency government Based on the Cooperation Agreement with the Penglipuran Traditional Village Concerning the Management of Tourism in the Penglipuran Tourism Village Number 415.4/23/PKS/PKKP/2020; Number 01/S.P/X/2020; concerning the Management of the Penglipuran Tourism Village. The Penglipuran traditional village is entitled to a reward of 60% (sixty percent) of the gross levy results. Deposit all levy results (gross) every week/7x24 (seven times twenty-four) hours to the Regional Treasury through the Receiving Treasurer at the Bangli Regency Tourism and Culture Office. This Cooperation Agreement is valid for five (five) years starting from January 1, 2021. No later than 2 (two) months before this cooperation agreement ends, the parties agree to notify each other of their intentions if they wish to extend this cooperation.

SOSIALISASI PENGEMBANGAN POTENSI WISATA PITKANO MENUJU DESA TUJUAN WISATA DI DESA SIBANGGEDE

Based on observations and field surveys in Sibanggede Village, Abiansemal District, Badung Regency has the potential for a tourist attraction, namely pitkano water sports, this tourist area uses the Tukad Ayung river path as a vehicle for pitkano activities. Pitkano Tourism is a means of promoting the Tourism Destination Village to attract tourists so as to grow the economy of the Sibannggede Traditional Village community. However, from the results of the interview, it was found that the management needs information related to the advantages and disadvantages along the pitkano route, this will affect the readiness of Sibanggede Village to become a tourist destination area (DTW) in the coming year. The efforts taken to solve these problems are to create the right media and means of socialization. This decision takes into account the cost aspect and the latest trends in public communication. Thus, it was decided that socialization would be carried out through the creation of adventure genre videos that would emphasize the main selling point of this potential for piccanoe tourism through the visual values of Tukad Ayung as a trial route as well as excitement or excitement in its implementation. And in addition to reviews of experiences from trial participants related to advantages or disadvantages during the activity.