Kültürel Miras Turizminde Epigrafik Verilerin Anlatısal Değeri ve Turizme Entegrasyonu: Termessos Antik Kenti Örneği

Öz

Antik çağlardan günümüze ulaşan yazılı belgeler, kültürel mirasın fiziksel kalıntıların ötesinde bellek ve kolektif değerlerin taşıyıcısı olan dinamik bir anlam evreni olduğunu kanıtlamaktadır. Epigrafi biliminin kültürel miras turizmine entegrasyonunu nitel araştırma yöntemiyle ele alan bu araştırmada, belirli bir alanın derinlemesine incelenmesine olanak tanıyan durum çalışması deseni benimsenmiştir. Durum çalışması alanı olarak, epigrafik buluntuların yoğunluğu ve bu buluntuların büyük oranda yerinde korunmuş olması nedeniyle Termessos Antik Kenti seçilmiştir. Araştırma kapsamında epigrafik veriler tarihsel otantikliğin kanıtı, sosyal belleğin taşıyıcısı ve mekânsal hafızanın aktif bileşenleri olarak tanımlanmaktadır. Ayrıca taş yapıların anonimliğinin kırılarak mekânı kişiselleştirme ve sahicileştirme potansiyeline sahip olduğu savunulmaktadır. Termessos’un nekropolis alanı, sütunlu caddesi, gymnasion ve tapınak yapılarında bulunan yazıtlar içerik, konum ve temsil ettikleri sosyal gruplar bağlamında değerlendirilmiştir. Aurelia Doris ve Aurelia Ge gibi figürlerin mezar yazıtları üzerinden kadınların antik dönemdeki hukuki ve sosyal rolleri, onurlandırma yazıtları üzerinden ise hayırseverlik pratikleri incelenmiştir. Ayrıca Atina Epigrafi Müzesi ve Capitolium Müzeleri gibi uluslararası örnekler ışığında, epigrafik materyalin dijital hikâyeleştirme ve tematik kürasyon gibi yöntemlerle nasıl işlevselleştirilebileceği ortaya konmuştur. Ulaşılan bulgular, epigrafik mirasın profesyonel turist rehberliği anlatılarına entegre edilmesinin, ziyaretçi deneyimini standart mimari sunumların ötesine taşıyarak daha derinlikli ve empatik bir düzeye ulaştırma potansiyelini ortaya koymaktadır. Araştırma, Türkiye’nin sahip olduğu epigrafik potansiyelin kültürel miras turizminde sürdürülebilir bir ürün olarak nasıl yapılandırılabileceğine dair hem kuramsal hem de uygulamalı öneriler sunmaktadır.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Epigrafi
• Kültürel Miras Turizm
• Termessos Antik Kenti
• Turist Rehberliği.

Etik Beyan

Çalışmada etik dışı bir husus bulunmadığını, araştırma ve yayın etiğine özenle uyulduğunu beyan ederiz. Bu çalışma, etik kurul belgesi gerektiren bir çalışma değildir.

Teşekkür

Çalışmada herhangi bir kurum ya da kuruluştan mali destek alınmamıştır.

The Narrative Value of Epigraphy Data in Cultural Heritage Tourism and Integration into Tourism: Termessos Ancient City Sample

Öz

Written documents surviving from antiquity to the present day prove that cultural heritage is a dynamic universe of meaning that carries memory and collective values beyond mere physical remains. This research, which addresses the integration of the science of epigraphy into cultural heritage tourism through qualitative research methods, adopts a case study design that allows for an in-depth examination of a specific area. The ancient city of Termessos was selected as the case study area due to the density of epigraphic finds and the fact that these finds are largely preserved in situ. Within the scope of the research, epigraphic data are defined as evidence of historical authenticity, carriers of social memory, and active components of spatial memory. Furthermore, it is argued that by breaking the anonymity of stone structures, they possess the potential to personalize and authenticate the space. Inscriptions found in the necropolis area, colonnaded street, gymnasium, and temple structures of Termessos have been evaluated in terms of their content, location, and the social groups they represent. The legal and social roles of women in the ancient period were examined through the funerary inscriptions of figures such as Aurelia Doris and Aurelia Ge, while philanthropic practices were analyzed through honorary inscriptions. Additionally, in light of international examples such as the Athens Epigraphical Museum and the Capitoline Museums, it has been demonstrated how epigraphic material can be functionalized through methods such as digital storytelling and thematic curation. The findings reveal the potential for integrating epigraphic heritage into professional tourist guiding narratives to elevate the visitor experience to a more profound and empathetic level, moving beyond standard architectural presentations. The research offers both theoretical and practical suggestions on how Turkey's epigraphic potential can be structured as a sustainable product in cultural heritage tourism.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Epigraphy
• Cultural Heritage Tourism
• Termessos Ancient City
• Tourist Guiding

Etik Beyan

We hereby declare that the study has not unethical issues and that research and publication ethics have been observed carefully. This study does not require ethics committee approval.

Teşekkür

No financial support is taken from any institution or organization.

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