Introduction Theories Analysis Results & Discussion

1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7

The context Aims Objective Scope Limitations Approach Research questions

INTRODUCTION

1.1 THE CONTEXT

The culture of India is pluralistic in its character. It is composed of several segmental cultures, which may be similar or dissimilar to each other. In India, popularity in terms of tourist promotion is limited to certain regions and their associated cultures only. Under this dissertation, it is aimed to identify the state-wise cultures and traditions of all zones to the maximum possible extent, and make use of most of it in the form of recreational elements that would attract the attention and curiosity of the visitors towards its origin.

INTRODUCTION

1.1

THE CONTEXT

The culture of India is pluralistic in its character. It is composed of several segmental cultures, which may be similar or dissimilar to each other. In India, popularity in terms of tourist promotion is limited to certain regions and their associated cultures only. Under this dissertation, it is aimed to identify the state-wise cultures and traditions of all zones to the maximum possible extent, and make use of most of it in the form of recreational elements that would attract the attention and curiosity of the visitors towards its origin.

INTRODUCTION

1.1

THE CONTEXT

The culture of India is pluralistic in its character. It is composed of several segmental cultures, which may be similar or dissimilar to each other. In India, popularity in terms of tourist promotion is limited to certain regions and their associated cultures only. Under this dissertation, it is aimed to identify the state-wise cultures and traditions of all zones to the maximum possible extent, and make use of most of it in the form of recreational elements that would attract the attention and curiosity of tourists towards its origin.

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1.2 AIMS
To study and identify the important aspects/parameters that symbolize a states culture To know about the aspects of every state out of the above, which form its identity To find out the favourable ways in which these aspects can be depicted as design elements in the various zones

1.3 OBJECTIVE
To obtain a set of recreational elements that can be implemented within a cultural theme park with the maximum relevance.

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1.2 AIMS
To study and identify the important aspects/parameters that symbolize a states culture To know about the aspects of every state out of the above, which form its identity To find out the favourable ways in which these aspects can be depicted as design elements in the various zones

1.3 OBJECTIVE
To obtain a set of recreational elements that can be implemented within a cultural theme park with the maximum relevance.

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1.2 AIMS
To study and identify the important aspects/parameters that symbolize a states culture To know about the aspects of every state out of the above, which form its identity To find out the favourable ways in which these aspects can be depicted as design elements in the various zones

1.3 OBJECTIVE
To obtain a set of recreational elements that can be implemented within a cultural theme park with the maximum relevance.

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1.4 SCOPE
Culture is like wealth; it makes us more ourselves, it enables us to express ourselves.
- Philip Gilbert Hamerton

The scope of my dissertation research is to obtain some notable features for a cultural centre, in the form of elements of entertainment and pleasure. The ultimate intention of this work is to make use of the conclusions successfully in the design of a Cultural Theme Park.

1.5 LIMITATION
CULTURE is a very broad term, and its assessment involves infinite parameters. Under time constraints, only those parameters have been considered, which are of nearest relevance to the concluding subject.

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1.6 APPROACH

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1.7 RESEARCH QUESTIONS

What are the different parameters on which the study of various cultures can be based? ---What are the different features and characteristics of the states under the selected parameters? ---What are the identifiable features of each zone? ---How can these features be used as recreational elements in a cultural park?

2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4

Culture of India Theme Parks Cultural Theme Parks Distribution into geographic zones

THEORIES

2.1 CULTURE OF INDIA

Unity in diversity Pluralistic in character: Diversified Vast in magnitude Unique in the world One of the oldest Lively & Festive Varies with geography

2.2 THEME PARKS

Theme parks are small-scale geographical units themed on a particular subject, are accessible and motivate a large number of people to travel considerable distances from their homes, usually in their leisure time, and make them visit for a short, limited period of time

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2.3 CULTURAL THEME PARKS

A cultural theme park can be defined as a park consisting of rides and attractions that are built around a cultural theme.

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2.3 CULTURAL THEME PARKS

A cultural theme park can be defined as a park consisting of rides and attractions that are built around a cultural theme.
SOME EXAMPLES:

Vietnamese history Buddhism

Suoi Tien Cultural Park, Vietnam

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2.3 CULTURAL THEME PARKS

SOME EXAMPLES:

Worlds largest tourism, leisure and entertainment project Area of 1, 60, 00,000 square meters

39 pavilions each representing their country.

Global Village. Dubai

THEORIES

2.3 CULTURAL THEME PARKS

SOME INDIAN EXAMPLES:

Choki dhani, Rajasthan

Kingdom of Dreams, Gurgaon

THEORIES

2.3 CULTURAL THEME PARKS

SOME INDIAN EXAMPLES:

Themed restaurants Street Bars Live Art & Crafts Village Library Coffee Shop Ethnic jewellery store Indian Home Dcor Store Carnival of Indian Folk Art & Dance everyday
Kingdom of Dreams, Gurgaon

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2.4

DISTRIBUTION INTO GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

For ease in the study of cultures state-wise, a categorization has been done that follows the administrative and geographical divisions, as stated by the Indian Government.* Northern Zone Central Zone Eastern Zone Western Zone Southern Zone North-eastern Zone

Zonal Map of India**

3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4

Selection of parameters Comparative Assessment Questionnaire Survey Selection of features region-wise

ANALYSIS

3.1 SELECTION OF PARAMETERS

Predominant architectural style & material Places of tourist attraction Main religions Performing arts Crafts & handloom Cuisine Fairs & festivals Vernacular elements Lifestyle

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3.2 COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT

NORTH INDIA COMPARATIVE CHART 1

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3.2 COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT

NORTH INDIA COMPARATIVE CHART 2

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3.2 COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT

CENTRAL INDIA COMPARATIVE CHART 1

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3.2 COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT

CENTRAL INDIA COMPARATIVE CHART 2

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3.2 COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT

EASTERN INDIA COMPARATIVE CHART 1

ANALYSIS

3.2 COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT

EASTERN INDIA COMPARATIVE CHART 2

ANALYSIS

3.2 COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT

WESTERN INDIA COMPARATIVE CHART

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3.2 COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT

SOUTHERN INDIA COMPARATIVE CHART

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3.2 COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT

NORTH-EASTERN INDIA COMPARATIVE CHART 1

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3.2 COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT

NORTH-EASTERN INDIA COMPARATIVE CHART 2

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3.3 QUESTIONNAIRE SURVEY

SURVEY STATISTICS
An online survey was conducted and a total of 127 samples were collected. The samples were Indians from different regions of the country and some Non-Residential Indians from various parts of the world. A total of 14 questions were floated, out of which one was for an inference of opinions about the thesis, and the rest were to help reaching conclusion related to the dissertation.

ANALYSIS

Q 1: Do you feel the need of Culturally-enriching Centres to promote Indian tourism and culture, and make our coming generations aware of it? No. of respondents = 127

Q 2: What kind of spaces of interest do you feel would attract more visitors to a cultural park? No. of respondents = 121

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Q 3: Which of these regions relates you most to Buddhist culture? No. of respondents = 106

Q 4: Which of these states relates you most to agricultural ambience in India? No. of respondents = 127

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Q 5: Which of these states relates you most to boats and boat-rides? No. of respondents = 127

Q 6: Which of these animal rides do not depict the character of the attached state, in your opinion? No. of respondents = 126

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Q 7: In your opinion, which of these states symbolize Colonial Architecture in India to its best till today? No. of respondents = 127

Q 8: What is the first thing/element that comes to your mind while thinking of the state Punjab? No. of respondents = 127

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Q 9: What is the first thing/element that comes to your mind while thinking of the state Gujarat? No. of respondents = 125

Q 10: What is the first thing/element that comes to your mind while thinking of the state Meghalaya? No. of respondents = 127

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Q 11: What is the first thing/element that comes to your mind while thinking of the state Chattisgarh? No. of respondents = 127

Q 12: What is the first thing/element that comes to your mind while thinking of the state Himachal Pradesh? No. of respondents = 127

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Q 13: In your opinion, which of these architectural styles predominates Uttar Pradesh? No. of respondents = 127

Q: According to you, which of these states of India depicts the most versatile culture, and hence is culturally secular in nature? No. of respondents = 127

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3.3 QUESTIONNAIRE SURVEY

INFERENCES FROM SURVEY

Inference Table Type -1

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3.3 QUESTIONNAIRE SURVEY

INFERENCES FROM SURVEY

Inference Table Type -2

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3.4

SELECTION OF FEATURES REGION-WISE

Central Zone

Northern Zone

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3.4

SELECTION OF FEATURES REGION-WISE

Western Zone

Eastern Zone

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3.4

SELECTION OF FEATURES REGION-WISE

Southern Zone

North-eastern Zone

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Documentation of probable recreational elements Distribution of these elements into the six geographic zones Concluding summary

RESULTS

4.1

DOCUMENTATION OF PROBABLE RECREATIONAL ELEMENTS

Rides for children Rides for adults Market spaces Restaurants & Food joints Theatres Games Exhibition areas gardens, museums Sculpture Sports

RESULTS

4.2

DISTRIBUTION OF ELEMENTS INTO THE SIX GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

Northern Zone

RESULTS

4.2

DISTRIBUTION OF ELEMENTS INTO THE SIX GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

Northern Zone

RESULTS

4.2

DISTRIBUTION OF ELEMENTS INTO THE SIX GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

Central Zone

RESULTS

4.2

DISTRIBUTION OF ELEMENTS INTO THE SIX GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

Central Zone

RESULTS

4.2

DISTRIBUTION OF ELEMENTS INTO THE SIX GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

Eastern Zone

RESULTS

4.2

DISTRIBUTION OF ELEMENTS INTO THE SIX GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

Eastern Zone

RESULTS

4.2

DISTRIBUTION OF ELEMENTS INTO THE SIX GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

Western Zone

RESULTS

4.2

DISTRIBUTION OF ELEMENTS INTO THE SIX GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

Western Zone

RESULTS

4.2

DISTRIBUTION OF ELEMENTS INTO THE SIX GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

Southern Zone

RESULTS

4.2

DISTRIBUTION OF ELEMENTS INTO THE SIX GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

Southern Zone

RESULTS

4.2

DISTRIBUTION OF ELEMENTS INTO THE SIX GEOGRAPHIC ZONES

North-eastern Zone

RESULTS

4.3

SUMMARY

Indian culture, being so vast and versatile in its character, is very difficult to manifest in the form of recreational elements for a cultural theme park. Yet, getting a detailed and thorough idea of its different aspects and then its ideal implementation is the social responsibility of the architect. It is also necessary to make this application in such a manner that no cultural, religious or regional sentiment is hurt. More research is needed in this direction to provide the architects and designers with sufficient and self explanatory strategies for the creation of any similar cultural centre in India, which would be of such a level that can be accepted by the native crowd willingly.

BOOKS:
Kalpana Rajaram, Facets of Indian Culture, 2012 Ilay Cooper & Barry Dawson, Traditional Buildings of India www.haryanatourism.gov.in www.festivalsofindia.com www.flickr.com www.cultureopedia.com

WEBSITES: www.mapsofindia.com www.indianetzone.com www.wikipedia.con www.culturenorthindia.com www.nczccindia.in

RESEARCH PAPERS: Li yang, Cultural Tourism in an Ethnic Theme Park: Tourists Views, Journal of

Tourism and Cultural Change, 2011

Sarah Monks, Visual Culture & British India, Visual Culture in Britain, 2011 Chandan Gowda, Inclusive Imagination: A Comment on Religion and Culture in India,

Religion & the arts, 2008