Cultural heritage and tourism in Kampala Central
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2018-06
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Kampala International University, College Of Education, Open,Distantance And E-Learning
Abstract
This study explored tourism as a correlate to cultural heritage in Kampala Central. This was after
the realization that Kampala is a city of diverse cultural heritage that could be central in the
transformation of tourism. The study specifically sought to achieve the following objectives: to
establish the cultural heritage of Kampala Central; and to examine the role of cultural heritagelñ
the transformation of tourism in Kampala Central. To achieve the stated objective, the study was
guided by the following research questions: what is the cultural heritage of Kampala Central?
What is the role of cultural heritage in the transformation of tourism in Kampala Central?The
study design took the form of a case study of tourism as a correlate to cultural heritage in
Kampala Central. The study also involved purposive sampling in which the data sought were
qualitative. A sample of 50 respondents was selected for the study. The sample included opinion
leaders, academics, politicians, religious leaders, traditionalists, city authorities, foreign toti~t~,
traders, university students and indigenous people. Each category was represented by five
respondents. The data were collected using interviews and observations for primary data and
documents analysis for secondary data. The analysis of the data generated by the interviews and
observations involved a phenomenological approach by emphasizing content analysis and deep
understanding of the observed phenomena and views of the participants, literal description and
narration of the emerging issues out of which authentic conclusions were made. During the
interviews and observations, the researcher noted down in his diary the relevant issues (epThod~s,
situations, events or instances) for accurate reporting. The main themes that emerged from the
field notes and interviews were noted down.The study found out that the cultural diversity of
Kampala Central encompasses the following aspects: knowledge, architecture, art, laws,
customs, literature, music, language, literature, amenities, history and customs. Further, the study
revealed that there are several ways through which culture transforms tourism (e.g., by
generating employment, unity in diversity, tourism, entertainment, mobilization of the masses
and self-actualization).The study concludes by noting that little is known about what &iliiiral
diversity is. This was due to the lack of a clear meaning of the term. Thus, the cultural heritage of
Kampala Central remains largely unknown even when it is readily available due to lack of
publicity, ignorance or failure to realize what the country’s heritage is. Further, the study
concludes by noting that the role of cultural heritage in the transformation in Kampala Central is
largely informal or society is yet to appreciate it (e.g., many of the cultural sites, historical
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A dissertation submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Arts with Education of Kampala International University
Keywords
Cultural heritage, Tourism, Kampala Central