Qomi Dialect Is Part of Qom's Historical Identity and Living Heritage

Deputy Minister of Tourism, stressing the province of Qom's vast historical, cultural and social capacities, described the national registration of the Qomi dialect as an opportunity to safeguard the province's intangible heritage, and emphasized the need to turn this event into the starting point for ongoing programs to document, teach and pass the dialect on to future generations.

According to the report of Aria Heritage reporter, Dr. Anoushirvan Mohseni Bandapi, the country's vice president of tourism, at the unveiling ceremony of the national registration plaque of the Qom dialect and honoring and appreciating the tourism activists of Qom province, which was held at the Chamber of Commerce of this province, he pointed out the valuable capacities of Qom in the historical, cultural, social and tourism fields, and emphasized the need to identify and use these resources in a sustainable way in the province's sustainable development.

Appreciating the development-oriented approach of the governor of Qom and the efforts of the management group of the province in identifying and developing the existing capacities, he said: Qom has valuable capabilities in the field of tourism, and fortunately, with the in-depth view of the senior management of the province on various aspects of development, some of the potential capacities are turning into actual opportunities. An approach that deserves appreciation.

Referring to the importance of the private sector's participation in tourism development, Mohseni Bandapi added: "Investment, accurate knowledge of regional capacities and cooperation between executive bodies and economic actors are among the requirements of tourism development." The presence and participation of the activists of this area in Qom province can provide a more effective use of the cultural and economic capacities and improve the tourism status of the province.

Qomi dialect; A living heritage and a part of the cultural identity of the province

In another part of his speech, the vice president of tourism of the country considered the Qomi dialect as a valuable part of the living heritage and historical identity of the people of this province and clarified: Native dialects are not only a means of communication, but also carry collective memories, cultural experiences, ways of life and identity characteristics of different generations. The Qom dialect, with its originality and sweetness, is considered a part of the cultural capital of the people of Qom, and preserving it means protecting a part of the history and social identity of this region.

Stating that the national registration of the Qomi dialect should be the beginning of practical measures to protect this heritage, he said: The main priority after the national registration is to transform the existing research and cultural capacities into continuous programs for documentation, education, public introduction and transmission of this dialect to future generations. Programs that are implemented with the participation of native people, researchers, cultural activists and responsible institutions.

He added: "Continuing the use of the dialect in everyday life, recording local vocabulary and narratives, and providing a context for the young generation to familiarize themselves with the linguistic heritage of the past are among the measures that can help preserve the dynamics of this valuable heritage." Protection of intangible heritage will be effective when people consider themselves to be a part of its preservation and transmission.

cultural capacities; An opportunity to strengthen tourism in Qom

Referring to the relationship between intangible cultural heritage and tourism development, Mohseni Bandapi pointed out: Dialects, rituals, customs, historical narratives and native traditions are part of the cultural attractions of any destination, and their proper introduction can provide a deeper and more authentic experience for tourists.

Emphasizing the special place of Qom in the culture and civilization of Islamic Iran, he said: the capacities of this province should not be limited to just one area; In addition to its prominent religious and spiritual position, Qom has a variety of cultural, historical and social assets, which attention can help to diversify tourism products, promote local businesses, increase the longevity of tourists and strengthen the participation of local communities in the development of the province.

In the end, the Vice President of Tourism of the country appreciated the efforts of the General Director of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts of Qom Province, the group of colleagues in this field, researchers and tourism activists, and considered the presence of enthusiasts and people in the programs related to the national registration of the Qom dialect as a sign of their attention and belonging to the local identity and emphasized the continuation of cooperation between the executive bodies, the private sector and the local community for the protection of the cultural heritage and the flourishing of the tourism capacities of the province.