Bachelor thesis | Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology (BSc)
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This thesis investigates how the concept of fengshui shapes attitudes towards and responses to climate change in rural communities in contemporary southern China. It highlights the historical and...Show moreThis thesis investigates how the concept of fengshui shapes attitudes towards and responses to climate change in rural communities in contemporary southern China. It highlights the historical and cultural development of fengshui through a detailed literature study, discussing the impact of the Cultural Revolution and China's huge economic expansion on environmental perspectives, as well as how fengshui is still visible today. Fengshui emphasises harmony between people and the environment, which supports ecological sustainability along with cultural importance. It goes on to explain how rural residents cope with climatic shifts, as well as how their awareness of and adherence to traditions and knowledge improve environmental management. Fengshui can be very helpful in fostering a harmonious and long-lasting interaction between people and the environment during periods of climatic change.Show less
