การจัดการผลกระทบทางวัฒนธรรมอันเกิดจากการท่องเที่ยว

Managing the Cultural Impact of Tourism

1. Valuable natural and cultural heritage sites in the area of Uthai Thani Old Town are preserved. Restoration, development and sustainable use in accordance with the action plan for the conservation and development of the Uthai Thani Old Town area.

2. The development of Uthai Thani Old Town is characterized by a creative economy and community-based tourism that builds on existing natural resources and cultural capital, while elevating the quality of the city. Build the economy and distribute income to the community.

3. Uthai Thani Old Town has developed infrastructure that supports the expansion of the city and the economy appropriately and efficiently.

4. Uthai Thani Old Town is a pleasant city to live in. There is a good environment and the people have a good quality of life in a sustainable manner.

5. Uthai Thani Old Town has a source of knowledge and a knowledge transfer process that provides opportunities for all sectors to learn and utilize it.

6. Uthai Thani Old Town has effective management in the preservation and development of the city and all sectors participate.

7. Uthai Thani Old Town has a strong community and network partners in driving the conservation and development of the Old Town area.

1. Plans/ Projects/ Activities under the Action Plan for the Conservation and Development of the Uthai Thani Old Town area have been supported and driven concretely. Not less than 30 percent.

2. Valuable cultural heritage sites in the area of Uthai Thani Old Town have been properly and appropriately preserved, and local culture, traditions and wisdom have been preserved for future generations.

3. Natural resources are more abundant and the environmental quality meets the specified standards.

4. Economic activities and tourism activities have increased in the area of Uthai Thani Old Town.

5. The number of tourists and the income of the community in Uthai Thani Old Town and Uthai Thani Province are increasing every year.

6. A source of learning about history, culture, and community life has been established in Uthai Thani Old Town.

7. The public and related network partners have knowledge and understanding of the value and importance of the old town and are increasingly involved in activities in the preservation and development of Uthai Thani Old Town.

• Phase 1 Since 2006. 2569 – 2570 (The implementation of this phase focuses on capacity building and personnel development in various sectors related to Uthai Thani Old Town, especially the youth and the new generation, as well as building a cooperative network in the preservation and development of Uthai Thani Old Town.

• Phase 2 Since 2006. 2571 – 2575 (Medium-Term Plan) In this phase, there will be quite a lot of projects and a variety of fields. It is an important period to urgently catch up with the changes that will occur to Uthai Thani Old Town, such as the protection, protection and maintenance of the valuable heritage sites of the Old Town, most of which have deteriorated and deteriorated over time. Adequate infrastructure development Efficient and standardized to support economic growth. Tourism activities and urban expansion that will occur in the old city, as well as solving problems of the city that have accumulated for a long time, such as floods. Drainage and water quality in the Sakae Krang River This is to improve the quality of life of people in the Old Town and promote a livable city that retains its identity.

• Phase 3 Since 2006. 2576 – 2580 (Long-term plan) in this phase will be a consequence of the development and management of Uthai Thani Old Town in the phase of 2 This makes Uthai Thani Old Town grow more well-known and interesting. At this stage, legal measures will be taken to protect the valuable heritage sites in the Old Town and the establishment of the Old Town Development Fund to use the income to maintain the Old Town. Reduce dependence on the government budget, as well as push and drive the old town of Uthai Thani to play an important role in various roles, such as becoming a sustainable environmental city (Green City) Low Carbon Cities ( Low Carbon City) and Creative Cities (Creative City) of UNESCO Next

1. Determine specific rules regarding the conditions for construction, modification or demolition of buildings in the area of Uthai Thani Old Town. In addition to the Uthai Thani Municipal Ordinance on the Prohibition of Construction, Modification or Change of Use of Certain Buildings in the Uthai Thani Municipality, Mueang District, Uthai Thani Province, B.E. 2555 (2012)

2. Define the meaning of conservation, which is linked to the context of Uthai Thani Old Town. Repair, renovation, restoration and any other operation to preserve historical values. Art, Architecture and Culture of Uthai Thani Old Town

3. Divide the conservation control area into 3 main areas: Area 1 Commercial buildings in the Old Town area, Area 2 Area along the Sakae Krang River to the west, and Area 3 Natural Area of Koh Tepo Natural areas along the Sakae Krang River to the east and natural areas on Sakae Krang Hill.

4. Coordinate the concept of preserving the old town with the permitting process by allowing the local officials to consider the permission. The principles of preserving the architectural identity, traditional lifestyle and endemic cultural landscape of Uthai Thani Old Town must be taken into account, as well as must be considered in strict accordance with the municipal guidelines. In case of complications or may affect the conservation value, the local official shall submit the matter to the Subcommittee for Conservation and Development of Uthai Thani Old Town for consideration and opinion before permission.

5. Establish clear guidelines to coordinate the concept of preserving the old town with the construction of new buildings or modifications of existing buildings by stipulating that the construction of new buildings or modifications of existing buildings shall be carried out in Area 1, commercial buildings in the Old Town area, Area 2, the area along the Sakae Krang River on the west side, and Area 3, the natural area of Koh Tepo. Natural areas along the Sakae Krang River and natural areas on Khao Sakae Krang The rules set out in the municipality must be followed according to the requirements in each area.

6. Establish additional criteria that require expert evaluation in the event that there will be modification, change of materials, or change of the existing building or structure before the announcement of the conservation guidelines, which shall be considered to be of historical and community value.

7. Schedule improvements Repair or demolition Existing buildings can only be achieved if conservation preparation is carried out (Conservation Drawing) According to specified conditions.

8. Require that an efficient wastewater treatment system be installed in all buildings in the controlled area before discharging the effluent into the river. Canals or natural water sources

1. Specific Guidelines for the Main Heritage Area in Uthai Thani Old Town Guidelines for Historic Commercial Districts, District 1 (Zone 1) The distinctive features of the historical commercial district of Uthai Thani Old Town are a group of wooden row houses and half-timbered buildings. Guidelines for Riverside Cultural Landscapes, District 2 (Zone 2) The value of this district is not in the raft houses that are moored in the Sakae Krang River. But it also includes the way of raising fish in cages (especially rhino fish, which is a geographical indication product, or GI) Wisdom in building and repairing rafts with bamboo and the relationship that is conducive to the ecosystem of the Sakae Krang River. The guidelines for the riverside cultural landscape of District 2 are: Conservation of houseboat communities, including survey and registration, support, Maintenance and knowledge transfer about the construction and repair of houseboats Protection of intangible heritage, including keeping fish in cages. Planting floating vegetables and living and living on houseboats, etc. Aquatic Environment Management, including water quality and water volume in the Sakae Krang River. Wastewater and solid waste management both on the houseboat and in the Sakae Krang River, etc. แนวปฏิบัติสำหรับภูมิทัศน์วัฒนธรรมเกื้อหนุน เขต 3 (Zone 3) ประกอบด้วยองค์ประกอบสำคัญ 2 ประการ ที่มีความสัมพันธ์เชิงพึ่งพิงกันอย่างลึกซึ้ง ได้แก่ เกาะเทโพ ซึ่งเป็น “หัวใจสีเขียว” และฐานทรัพยากรของชุมชนริมน้ำ และเขาสะแกกรัง ซึ่งเป็น “หมุดหมายทางจิตวิญญาณ” ของเมือง การอนุรักษ์ในเขตนี้

2. Action Plan for Riverside Cultural Landscape (Zone 2) Guidelines for the conservation of houseboat communities Preparation of systematic registration and survey of the condition of houseboats to determine a group of houseboats that are of special value for conservation by classifying them according to the main roof patterns found in the Uthai Thani province area, namely single-gable houses. Twin gable houseboats and three-gable houseboats. Creation of a digital database The creation of a database is a digital storage of information of all boathouses on the Sakae Krang River, including history, age, architectural style, materials used, uses, etc. The owner of the houseboat and the repair records to be used as basic information for long-term conservation planning. Annual Physical Condition Assessment Annual assessment of the physical condition of the houseboat to alert the owner or occupier of the houseboat to the point of urgent repair and for preventive maintenance planning (Preventive Maintenance) Protection of intangible heritage The intangible heritage of the houseboat community includes the traditional way of life and occupation of the raft people on the Sakae Krang River, which should be protected by promoting professions tied to the river, such as the wisdom of repairing houseboats, supporting fish farming in cages, and restoring floating vegetable gardens, among others. Aquatic Environment Management This approach requires cooperation from all relevant sectors and must encourage communities, which are direct stakeholders, to play a leading role in river maintenance, such as proper management of the water volume of the Sakae Krang River. Improving water quality and waste management, restoring ecosystems. Utilization of local wisdom, impact assessment and infrastructure design that is in line with the ecosystem, etc. Basic principles of designing and renovating houseboats respect traditional identity and values, and pay attention to traditional forms, proportions, materials, and craftsmanship techniques that reflect the wisdom of living with water. Repair is better than replace (Repair over Replace) try to preserve as many original elements of the houseboat as possible. If it is necessary to replace it, use materials and styles that are close to the original. harmony but distinguishable (Distinguishable but HarmoniousIf a new part is added or built, it should be designed to be contemporary with quality but still in harmony with the original and can be distinguished as a new part, not a copy of the old. Promote traditional lifestyles. The design should be conducive to the traditional lifestyle and occupation of the raft people, such as raising fish in cages. Floating planting Water Traffic Community Engagement In the process of setting guidelines or considering improvement/construction, rafters should be involved in setting the direction so that mutual understanding and acceptance can be achieved.

3. Driving Mechanisms and Approaches to Sustainability The guidelines for putting all action plans into practice to ensure that the heritage sites of Uthai Thani Old Town will be preserved and passed on to future generations in a sustainable manner. The following actions should be taken: Establishment of Management Structure The management of the Old Town should establish a multilateral committee consisting of representatives from the government, the private sector, and the private sector. educational institutions, local scholars, and civil society representatives to supervise. Formulate policies and push the implementation of the action plan in the same direction. Support and incentive measures The establishment of a revolving fund (Revolving Fund) for the preservation of Uthai Thani Old Town, which may be a source of budget from the government. This can be used as a financial support mechanism in various forms such as subsidies for the repair of identity elements such as shuttered doors. Creating Participation and Capacity Development This includes developing the potential of local artisans to transfer knowledge of traditional construction techniques such as the use of fermented mortar and traditional timber to local artisans. Developing a simple illustrated guide for building owners and craftsmen, etc. Conclusion : The most important aspect of preserving Uthai Thani Old Town is the realization of the interdependent relationships of the tripartite landscape, including: District 1 Commercial and Land Community Zone, District 2 Riverside Cultural Landscape and District 3 Surrounding Cultural Landscape The survival of heritage sites in one district always depends on the well-being of another. Therefore, good management must be in a holistic manner that sees the connection of the whole system. Therefore, the ultimate goal of the Action Plan for the Conservation and Development of the Uthai Thani Old Town is not to stop time or make the Old Town a stationary museum, but to manage changes creatively so that the Old Town of Uthai Thani can continue to develop in a balanced manner. "A Living and Resilient Heritage" (Living and Resilient Heritage) that still maintains its identity along with having a good quality of life for the people in the community and is the pride of the people of Uthai Thani.

1. Guidelines for Historic Commercial Districts, District 1 (Zone 1) The distinctive features of the historical commercial district of Uthai Thani Old Town are a group of wooden row houses and half-timbered buildings.

2. Guidelines for Riverside Cultural Landscapes, District 2 (Zone 2) The value of this district is not in the raft houses that are moored in the Sakae Krang River. But it also includes the way of raising fish in cages (especially rhino fish, which is a geographical indication product, or GI) Wisdom in building and repairing rafts with bamboo and the relationship that is conducive to the ecosystem of the Sakae Krang River. The guidelines for the riverside cultural landscape of District 2 are: Conservation of houseboat communities, including survey and registration, support, Maintenance and knowledge transfer about the construction and repair of houseboats Protection of intangible heritage, including keeping fish in cages. Planting floating vegetables and living and living on houseboats, etc. Aquatic Environment Management, including water quality and water volume in the Sakae Krang River. Wastewater and solid waste management both on the houseboat and in the Sakae Krang River, etc.

3. แนวปฏิบัติสำหรับภูมิทัศน์วัฒนธรรมเกื้อหนุน เขต 3 (Zone 3) ประกอบด้วยองค์ประกอบสำคัญ 2 ประการ ที่มีความสัมพันธ์เชิงพึ่งพิงกันอย่างลึกซึ้ง ได้แก่ เกาะเทโพ ซึ่งเป็น “หัวใจสีเขียว” และฐานทรัพยากรของชุมชนริมน้ำ และเขาสะแกกรัง ซึ่งเป็น “หมุดหมายทางจิตวิญญาณ” ของเมือง การอนุรักษ์ในเขตนี้

• Conservation of houseboat communities, including survey and registration, support, Maintenance and knowledge transfer about the construction and repair of houseboats

• Protection of intangible heritage, including keeping fish in cages. Planting floating vegetables and living and living on houseboats, etc.

• Aquatic Environment Management, including water quality and water volume in the Sakae Krang River. Wastewater and solid waste management both on the houseboat and in the Sakae Krang River, etc.

1. Guidelines for the conservation of houseboat communities Preparation of systematic registration and survey of the condition of houseboats to determine a group of houseboats that are of special value for conservation by classifying them according to the main roof patterns found in the Uthai Thani province area, namely single-gable houses. Twin gable houseboats and three-gable houseboats.

2. Creation of a digital database The creation of a database is a digital storage of information of all boathouses on the Sakae Krang River, including history, age, architectural style, materials used, uses, etc. The owner of the houseboat and the repair records to be used as basic information for long-term conservation planning.

3. Annual Physical Condition Assessment Annual assessment of the physical condition of the houseboat to alert the owner or occupier of the houseboat to the point of urgent repair and for preventive maintenance planning (Preventive Maintenance)

4. Protection of intangible heritage The intangible heritage of the houseboat community includes the traditional way of life and occupation of the raft people on the Sakae Krang River, which should be protected by promoting professions tied to the river, such as the wisdom of repairing houseboats, supporting fish farming in cages, and restoring floating vegetable gardens, among others.

5. Aquatic Environment Management This approach requires cooperation from all relevant sectors and must encourage communities, which are direct stakeholders, to play a leading role in river maintenance, such as proper management of the water volume of the Sakae Krang River. Improving water quality and waste management, restoring ecosystems. Utilization of local wisdom, impact assessment and infrastructure design that is in line with the ecosystem, etc.

6. Basic principles of designing and renovating houseboats respect traditional identity and values, and pay attention to traditional forms, proportions, materials, and craftsmanship techniques that reflect the wisdom of living with water. Repair is better than replace (Repair over Replace) try to preserve as many original elements of the houseboat as possible. If it is necessary to replace it, use materials and styles that are close to the original. harmony but distinguishable (Distinguishable but HarmoniousIf a new part is added or built, it should be designed to be contemporary with quality but still in harmony with the original and can be distinguished as a new part, not a copy of the old. Promote traditional lifestyles. The design should be conducive to the traditional lifestyle and occupation of the raft people, such as raising fish in cages. Floating planting Water Traffic Community Engagement In the process of setting guidelines or considering improvement/construction, rafters should be involved in setting the direction so that mutual understanding and acceptance can be achieved.

1. respect traditional identity and values, and pay attention to traditional forms, proportions, materials, and craftsmanship techniques that reflect the wisdom of living with water.

2. Repair is better than replace (Repair over Replace) try to preserve as many original elements of the houseboat as possible. If it is necessary to replace it, use materials and styles that are close to the original.

3. harmony but distinguishable (Distinguishable but HarmoniousIf a new part is added or built, it should be designed to be contemporary with quality but still in harmony with the original and can be distinguished as a new part, not a copy of the old.

4. Promote traditional lifestyles. The design should be conducive to the traditional lifestyle and occupation of the raft people, such as raising fish in cages. Floating planting Water Traffic

5. Community Engagement In the process of setting guidelines or considering improvement/construction, rafters should be involved in setting the direction so that mutual understanding and acceptance can be achieved.

1. Establishment of Management Structure The management of the Old Town should establish a multilateral committee consisting of representatives from the government, the private sector, and the private sector. educational institutions, local scholars, and civil society representatives to supervise. Formulate policies and push the implementation of the action plan in the same direction.

2. Support and incentive measures The establishment of a revolving fund (Revolving Fund) for the preservation of Uthai Thani Old Town, which may be a source of budget from the government. This can be used as a financial support mechanism in various forms such as subsidies for the repair of identity elements such as shuttered doors.

3. Creating Participation and Capacity Development This includes developing the potential of local artisans to transfer knowledge of traditional construction techniques such as the use of fermented mortar and traditional timber to local artisans. Developing a simple illustrated guide for building owners and craftsmen, etc.

1. The 1st Sub-Group Meeting to Determine the Framework (Draft) Action Plan for Conservation and Development of Uthai Thani Old Town The 1st Sub-Group Meeting to Define the Framework (Draft) The Action Plan for the Conservation and Development of the Uthai Thani Old Town area was held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at the meeting room on the 3rd floor of the Uthai Thani Municipal Office, Uthai Thani Province. This sub-meeting was a meeting of representatives from 15 communities in Uthai Thani Municipality with a total of 34 participants.

2. The 2nd Sub-Group Meeting to Define the Framework (Draft) Action Plan for Conservation and Development of Uthai Thani Old Town The 2nd Sub-Group Meeting to Define the Framework (Draft) The Action Plan for the Conservation and Development of the Uthai Thani Old Town area was held on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at the Sri Charoen Conference Room. Uthai Heritage Hotel Uthai Thani Municipality This sub-meeting was a meeting of a group of tourism business operators in Uthai Thani Province with a total of 37 participants.

3. Small Group Meeting No. 3 To jointly consider the plans and projects under (Draft) Action Plan for Conservation and Development of Uthai Thani Old Town The 3rd Sub-Group Meeting to Consider the Plan and Projects under (Draft) The Action Plan for the Conservation and Development of the Uthai Thani Old Town area was held on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at the meeting room on the 3rd floor of the Uthai Thani Municipal Office. This sub-meeting consists of: The Uthai Thani Old Town Preservation and Development Subcommittee, representatives from relevant government agencies, and representatives from 15 communities in Uthai Thani Municipality attended the meeting.

4. The 4th Sub-Group Meeting to Consider the Plans and Projects under (Draft) Action Plan for Conservation and Development of Uthai Thani Old Town The 4th Sub-Group Meeting to Consider the Plans and Projects under (Draft) The Action Plan for the Conservation and Development of the Uthai Thani Old Town area was held on Monday, June 23, 2025 at the meeting room on the 3rd floor of the Uthai Thani Municipal Office. This sub-meeting consists of: Representatives from 15 communities in Uthai Thani Municipality attended the meeting with a total of 30 people.

1. Meeting to Listen to Opinions and Suggestions (Draft) Action Plan for Conservation and Development of Uthai Thani Old Town No. 1 The 1st meeting to receive comments and suggestions on the (draft) action plan for the conservation and development of the Uthai Thani Old Town area was held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at the meeting room on the 3rd floor of the Uthai Thani Municipal Office. This sub-meeting consists of: The Uthai Thani Old Town Preservation and Development Subcommittee, representatives from relevant government departments, and representatives from 15 communities in Uthai Thani Municipality attended the meeting.

2. Meeting to Receive Comments and Suggestions on the (Draft) Action Plan for the Conservation and Development of Uthai Thani Old Town No. 2 Meeting to listen to comments and suggestions on the (draft) action plan Conservation and development of the Old Town area The 2nd Uthai Thani Conference was held on Friday, August 1, 2025 at the 3rd floor meeting room, Uthai Thani Municipal Office. This sub-meeting consists of: Representatives from 15 communities in Uthai Thani Municipality attended the meeting with a total of 72 participants.