Intangible and Tangible Heritage: An Examination of the Relationship in the Sri Lankan Context

D. P. Chandrasekara

Abstract


There is a strong link between the “Tangible Cultural Heritage” (TCH) and “Intangible Cultural Heritage” (ICH). The tangible is created to facilitate the intangible activities. The life spans of ICH and the resultant TCH are not the same and as a consequence one outlives the other. The investigation in reference to Sri Lankan context shows that the heritage cities or the monuments can be classified into four types according to the level of TCH and ICH. Two main types of visitors to the heritage sites can be identified; as tourists and pilgrims. A distinct pattern of visitors can be noticed in reference to the four categories of heritage sites. In addition, a relationship between the typology and the patronage of museums could be established. The understanding of the intricate connection between the TCH and ICH would help to develop policies for conservation and management of heritage cities and monuments.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.37628/.v1i1.313

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