Ethnic theme park
Amusement park themed on traditions and cultures of ethnic groups / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ethnic theme parks are theme parks based on traditions and cultures of a multitude of ethnic groups. These parks provide a glimpse into the cultures and geographic areas of different countries around the world.[1] A few examples of these parks are the Window of the World in Shenzhen, Happy Valley Beijing, and the Bogoslovka Estate (just outside of Saint Petersburg in Vsevolozhsky District), all of which attract tourists from all over the world.
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The layouts usually allocate a separate “village” to each ethnic group, allowing tourists and other visitors to absorb the individuality they portray. Heritage and history are simulated through elaborate costumes and roles. Visitors also have an opportunity to participate in some of the cultural practices of these ethnic groups and to engage in discussion.[2]
The precise infrastructure of each park is different, but each aims to provide a display case for as many cultural identities as possible. At Window of the World, for example, national heritage is classified into three categories: primitive song and dance, professional modifications, and further creative modifications.[2]