Rural Space Perception Rural Space Consumption of Urban Individuals: Antalya-Çakırlar Case

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That there have been only a few studies that have exclusively examined the rural space consumption of urban individuals is remarkable. Nowadays urban individuals’ tendency of consuming rural spaces which are outside artificial urban spaces makes this topic worth examining. In this context, the purpose of this study is to explain and understand the perceptions of urban individuals regarding rural space and rural space consumption. A qualitative study is designed in order to understand the urban individuals’ perceptions of rural space consumption. In line with the purpose of the study the Çakırlar rural area, in close proximity to Antalya metropolitan city was selected. Interviews were conducted with the consumers and the owners of this rural space. As a result of the interviews specific themes have been identified regarding how urban individuals perceive the rural space and rural space consumption. As a result of the study five main themes have emerged which have been termed: naturalness and health, intimacy, nostalgia and authenticity, getting away from the city and participation in social ambiance.

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Space consumption , Rural Space , Urban individuals , Antalya , Çakırlar

Mediterranean Journal Of Humanities

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Mediterranean Journal Of Humanities