Cultural Heritage Site Significance, Management and Interpretation in China and Australia: A Comparative Analysis in a Cross-Cultural Framework [ 2002-03-08 - 2005-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Mr Jonathan Sweet (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof William Logan (Chief Investigator) ,  Adj/Prof Sharon Sullivan (Partner Investigator) ,  Ms Kirsty Altenburg (Partner Investigator)

Brief description Cultural Heritage Site Significance, Management and Interpretation in China and Australia: A Comparative Analysis in a Cross-Cultural Framework. The Nara Document 1994 asserts that East Asians see 'cultural heritage' differently from Westerners and that conservation practice should reflect the culture in which it takes place. Given Australia's growing tourism links with China, and China's growing importance in the Asia-Pacific, it is timely to reflect on the Chinese understanding of cultural heritage. Conversely China's relatively new cultural heritage industry can learn from Australian practice. This project aims at better mutual understanding by researching key issues of site significance, management and interpretation. The research will fill a gap in the literature and provide a model for further cross-cultural heritage analysis.

Funding Amount $118,658

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