A Bibliometric Analysis of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Tourism

Manzoor Ahmad Khan () and Sandeep Guleria
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Manzoor Ahmad Khan: University of Kashmir, Assistant Professor, Department of Tourism, Hospitality & Leisure Studies
Sandeep Guleria: Chandigarh University, Head Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management

A chapter in Proceedings of the International Conference on Innovation and Regenerative Trends in Tourism and Hospitality Industry (IRTTHI 2024), 2024, pp 139-157 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract Intangible cultural heritage is essential for tourism as it draws in people who are looking for genuine and immersive experiences. It improves the attractiveness of a place, encourages the exchange of culture, and supports local economies, leading to a greater appreciation of other cultures and helping to protect cultural identities. Travelers worldwide are increasingly becoming interested in Intangible Cultural Heritage. The primary aim of this study is to analyze the diverse research patterns found in the existing literature about Intangible Cultural Heritage. Additionally, it seeks to evaluate the progress, expansion, and influence of authors, sources, and countries in relation to Intangible Cultural Heritage. The aim of the study is to examine the research patterns in the domain of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Tourism literature and explore the advancements, originality, and influence of writers, sources, and countries. The study examines the growing corpus of knowledge on Intangible Cultural Heritage to determine its state. The project will employ bibliometric analysis to analyze knowledge gaps in Intangible Cultural Heritage in Tourism. The study uses data visualization and scientific mapping analysis to map the research environment and understand author, journal, and country interactions in Intangible Cultural Heritage in Tourism. This work advances Intangible Cultural Heritage in Tourism research and can inform future research. The findings of our bibliometric analysis pertaining to the intersection of “Intangible Cultural Heritage” and “Tourism” indicate that the year 2022 exhibited the most substantial volume of publications. In terms of contributions, China has the leading position with a total of 41 articles. Kim et al. (2019) conducted a study that has been approved for publication in the “Journal of Heritage Tourism.” As of 2023, this study has garnered 117 citations, establishing it as the most often cited work thus far. There exists evidence indicating a growing body of knowledge pertaining to Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Keywords: Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH); Bibliometric; Article; Journal; citations; Analysis (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6463-437-2_10

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