Cultural preservation refers to the practice of maintaining and protecting the customs, traditions, languages, and artifacts of a society or group. It's about keeping alive the unique aspects that define a culture.
Think of cultural preservation like a museum curator caring for precious exhibits. Just as the curator ensures that each artifact is kept in its original state and protected from damage, cultural preservation aims to keep cultures intact and safe from being lost or diluted over time.
Cultural Diffusion: This is the spread of cultural beliefs, social activities, and traits from one society to another.
Cultural Heritage: This term refers to the legacy of physical artifacts (buildings, landscapes, books) and intangible attributes (traditions, language) inherited from past generations maintained in the present and bestowed for future generations.
Ethnocentrism: This is an attitude where one's own culture is considered superior to others. It can lead to misunderstanding or conflict between cultures.
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