Abstract
Kazakhstan holds some of the most significant Gulag heritage sites; however, tourism research remains limited. This article introduces analysis of contrasting sites and considers how some have been developed and others ignored. Selectivity in interpretation is linked to societal amnesia and the collective trauma experienced
by the population of Kazakhstan. The article reaffirms the politicization of heritage in this emergent nation.
by the population of Kazakhstan. The article reaffirms the politicization of heritage in this emergent nation.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 364-374 |
Number of pages | 11 |
Journal | International Journal of Tourism Research |
Volume | 22 |
Issue number | 3 |
Early online date | 8 Dec 2019 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - May 2020 |
Keywords
- Gulag tourism
- heritage
- Kazakhstan
- selective interpretation
- societal amnesia