Making a sense of place for Safranbolu World Heritage Site

A documentary from Safranbolu's early UNESCO World Heritage designation era, 'Safranbolu: Reflections of Time,' played a pivotal role in shaping the city's heritage discourse and identity. This study reveals that the documentary acted as a powerful tool to mobilize heritage conservation efforts by crafting narratives around place and identity. Through discourse analysis, it was found that the official heritage narrative promoted 'cultural conservatism,' sublimating tradition while depicting modernity as a challenging experience. The research underscores how linguistic practices in heritage documentation can influence perceptions of place and identity, contributing to the broader understanding of heritage conservation strategies.

Tataroglu, E. (2020). Making a sense of place for Safranbolu World Heritage Site. Cultural and Heritage Tourism in the Middle East and North Africa, 72–86. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780429279065-4