Residents' use and perceptions of the Summer Palace World Heritage Site in Beijing, China

Local residents' recreational and social engagement with the Summer Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Beijing, has been significantly understudied. This research identifies distinct use patterns, motivations, and perceptions among local users, revealing that their interactions with the site extend beyond traditional roles as service providers or impacted stakeholders. Findings highlight how residents utilize the Summer Palace for leisure, social activities, and cultural experiences, offering new insights into the multifaceted dynamics of heritage sites shared by tourists and locals. The study employed qualitative methods to capture residents' experiences and perspectives, providing practical implications for future management strategies that better accommodate diverse user needs.

Su, M. M., & Wall, G. (2014). Residents’ use and perceptions of the Summer Palace World Heritage Site in Beijing, China. International Journal of Tourism Anthropology, 3(4), 357. https://doi.org/10.1504/ijta.2014.065599