جزیره وولین، جهانگردی و مفاهیم هویت

Investigation of the theme is accompanied by an analysis of the role of external elements posing a threat to Wolin’s identity. They include worldwide factors, which embrace a cultural shift, devaluation of landscape or place meaning, and more site-specific processes, such as the local growth of the heritage industry. The discussion is followed by reflections on intrinsic features of identity and its evolution. In conclusion, main elements for construction of Wolin Island’s identity are distinguished, and the lack of dependence on ‘islandness’ is noted.