Abstract:

Cultural heritage is an important concept for the sustainability and transfer of cultural assets, which are a proof of the memory of society, to future generations. In today’s modern societies, the rapidly changing lifestyle and unthinkable cultural heritage elements are facing disappearance. The hamam culture, which is included in the elements of non-substantial cultural heritage, is not only a ritual where the washing is carried out but also the centers of cleaning, entertainment, employment and socialization, where the dialogue between society and individuals is increasing. The culture of washing in the common place transmitted from the past to the present faces disappearance, but it is attempted to continue to be transmitted to future generations. The aim of this study is to be recorded in the UNESCO World Heritage City of Safranbolu in the framework of the preservation and transfer of the concrete and non- concrete cultural heritage. According to the subject and purpose of the study, a conceptual framework on the basis of hamam and hamam culture was presented in Safranbolu after information about hamam culture was provided. The research has used the qualitative research method that expresses the non-numerate study and interpretation of observations to discover the meaning and type of relationships and the unstructured interview (interview) technique in the collection of data. In this direction, the source mentioned in the thanksgiving section was discussed with the people, the information they presented was first recorded with audio recording and then transmitted to the text. Thanks to the work supported by photographs, the Hamam culture that has been tried to be lived in Safranbolu from the past to the present has been revealed with all its characteristics. In Safranbolu, the identification and discussion of those who are trying to live the Hamam culture is of absolute importance in terms of the recording of the information they transmit in writing and voice, the unforgettable elements of our cultural heritage, the transfer to the new generations and thus making them sustainable. In the prevention, preservation and transfer of the Hamam culture to the future, important tasks are given to local governments, relevant institutions and organizations, universities, and civil society organizations.

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