Traditional Lantern of Hoi An, Vietnam: Cultural Identity and Invention of Tradition in the Context of World Cultural Heritage City.

Abstract

Traditional Lantern of Hoi An, Vietnam: The Cultural Identity and Invention of Tradition in the Context of World Cultural Heritage City is a qualitative study. There are four research objectives: (1) To study the historical, cultural, and social contexts of the former Hoi An area to the present; (2) To study traditional lanterns in the direction of cultural identity in the social life of Hoi An people before Hoi An was recognized as a World Cultural Heritage City; (3) To study traditional lanterns in the direction of traditional inventions during the process of Hoi An being recognized as a World Cultural Heritage City and (4) To study and the analyzing traditional lanterns in the festival Festival "Ancient town's full moon night."

The results indicated that Hoi An lanterns are traditional handicrafts that have existed for a long time. It appeared at the beginning of the sixteenth century, reflecting cultural integration and exchange. From the past to the present, cultural identity and the commercialization of culture appear in the context of both. The birth, survival, and influence of traditional lanterns on the material and spiritual lives of the local people. Create a cultural identity and become a work of art by showcasing artifacts from traditional elements related to Hoi An's current economy, culture, and society within the context of a city that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Based on research papers, I discovered that this topic had not been studied before and has not been proven regarding the two concepts being used. This is an entirely new topic. Contributions to this topic contribute to promoting tourism, culture, and people in Hoi An in particular and Vietnam in general through the implementation of values. In addition, it promotes the concept of decorative art and lamp application by bringing unique artistic value through expression techniques, designs, colors, materials, decorative motifs, etc., the aesthetic feelings of the lantern - a special cultural symbol of Hoi An.

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