The research project examines the dispersion and classification of cultural heritage across nine Chinese provinces along the Great Tea Route. The scholars utilize keyword extraction techniques to categorize tangible cultural heritage into distinct groups, utilizing heritage data published on the Great Tea Route website. The results showcase many locations for preserving historical sites, their geographic significance, and the diversity and richness of heritage types. Furthermore, regional conservation priorities were identified during this analysis and were influenced by history and culture. The study is a valuable foundation for understanding how cultural heritage is distributed, contributing to future studies and preservation efforts.

Xinyu Li. Heritage Perspective of the Great Tea Route in China. Academic Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences (2024) Vol. 7, Issue 8: 110-118. https://doi.org/10.25236/AJHSS.2024.070818.

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