Stakeholder engagement in China world heritage tourism : taking Fujian Tulou as a case study

Heritage tourism development at UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as Fujian Tulou in China, often faces tensions and conflicts among economic, cultural, and political goals. This study reveals an imbalanced partnership between key stakeholders—local government, residents, and tourists—which undermines sustainable tourism growth. Using a modified stakeholder analysis framework, the research examines the roles of primary and secondary stakeholders through in-depth interviews, surveys, participant observations, and archival data. Findings highlight the dominance of governmental influence over heritage conservation efforts, suggesting that achieving balance among stakeholders is critical for sustainable development. The study offers valuable policy insights and theoretical contributions to heritage tourism literature.

Wu, H. Stakeholder engagement in China world heritage tourism : taking Fujian Tulou as a case study. https://doi.org/10.5353/th_b5270562