L’anima dei luoghi: la dialettica tra patrimonio materiale e immateriale nelle valli ladine

The Ladin language and culture communities are a unique example of the interaction between tangible and intangible heritage, serving as a multicultural laboratory that plays a vital role in preserving cultural diversity amidst globalization. This analysis acknowledges the strong connection between tangible and intangible heritage, which is continuously renewed by local communities over time. These communities assign value and significance to their surroundings, shaping their identity through language, customs, traditions, and various social and educational practices. Drawing from the ideas of James Hillman and international legislation like the Faro Convention, the activities of La Majon di Fascegn in the Val di Fassa are highlighted as an important example, framing them in the perspective of public history.