Researchers launch first cultural map of Thailand

via the Thaiger, 17 February 2023: The map provides cultural details about Thailand, from architecture and artefacts to language and festivals. The map was created in partnership with a university network for area-based development comprising 41 universities from 33 provinces.

Culture enthusiasts will be excited to learn that researchers launched the first cultural map of Thailand, featuring more than 2,000 cultural sites from across the country.

The map provides cultural details that are categorized into 11 archetypes, which are: artefacts, architecture, historical sites, cultural spaces, languages, folk literature, knowledge and practices concerning nature and cosmology, performance arts, folk sports games and martial arts, social practices, ritual and festive events, and traditional craftsmanship.

Source: Researchers launch first cultural map of Thailand | Thaiger