Mapping of Ethno-Cultural Landscapes of the Indigenous Peoples of the North of Yakutia
https://doi.org/10.18384/2712-7621-2023-2-154-169
Abstract
Aim. We determine the specifics of mapping complex territorial systems, i.e. ethno-cultural landscapes, in order to meet the challenges of preserving languages and cultural heritage of indigenous peoples.
Methodology. The paper uses the cartographic method to study ethnocultural landscapes of indigenous peoples. It examines and analyzes theoretical foundations and various approaches to ethnocultural landscape mapping. The specifics of ethnic culture and regional features of the territory under study are analyzed and thematic datasets are defined. The basic principles of mapping are proposed to be considered on the methodological basis of the systematic approach, which ensures the integrity and interconnectedness of all components of the ethnocultural landscape in mapping.
Results. The need for a special approach to mapping ethnocultural landscapes of indigenous peoples of Russia is identified. The main mapping units are established to display the modern state of ethnocultural landscapes.
Research implications. A comprehensive approach to mapping contemporary ethnocultural landscapes of small indigenous peoples is proposed, making it possible to identify patterns of spatial differentiation and gain insight into the development and transformation of ethnocultural territorial systems. This, in turn, will make it possible to solve a number of strategic tasks for the preservation of unique cultural heritage of Russia’s indigenous minorities.
Keywords
ethnocultural landscape,
mapping,
indigenous peoples,
territories of traditional nature use,
territories of settlement,
language proficiency
Supporting agencies: The study was performed as part of the Arctic Council’s project “Digitization of the Linguistic and Cultural Heritage of Indigenous Peoples of the Arctic”.
About the Author
Z. F. Degteva
North-Eastern Federal University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Zhanna F. Degteva – Cand. Sci. (Geography), Assoc. Prof.,
ul. Belinskogo 58, Yakutsk 677007
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