Religiosidade e turismo: o primado da experiência

Abstract

Resumo: Localizada em um plano complexo e multifacetado, a experiência turística em contexto religioso é fortemente afetada pelos aspectos simbólicos, culturais, sociais e econômicos, presentes no lugar de visitação. É neste sentido que este trabalho se propõe a discutir alguns destes elementos no contexto empírico da Semana Santa de Braga, em Portugal.Palavras-chave: Turismo religioso. Experiência turística. Braga. Portugal. Abstract:In the empirical context of Holy Week in Braga, Portugal, this article endeavors to discuss the touristic experience in a religious setting strongly affected by symbolic, cultural, social and economic aspects as well as by a complex and multifaceted plan within which the festival takes place.

Authenticity in industrial heritage tourism sites: Local community perspectives

“…In other words, by supporting these hypotheses, it is assumed that there is a perception of mutual advantage leading to benefits for residents, and experiences for tourists, while promoting a rapprochement between locals and tourists (Almeida, 2017), thus ensuring, in a context of participation in tourism development, respect for community lifestyles and safeguarding traditional values (Lankford & Howard 1994;Linderberg & Johnson 1997;Mitchell & Reid 2001;Sheldon & Abenoja 2001). At the same time, the results present an original effort to highlight that authenticity is a construct, which is dependent on both participation intention and community values.…”