Cultural Area of Burmese Migrant Workers in Surat Thani Province
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This research aimed to study the construction of cultural areas and the religious identity and beliefs of the Burmese migrant workers in Surat Thani Province. This qualitative study collected data from relevant documents, the fieldwork and the informant group consisted of 55 Burmese migrant workers, experts and general informants, using the purposive method of selecting informants and presenting the results of the data analysis by descriptive analysis. The research findings indicate that, firstly, the Burmese migrant workers construct cultural areas in Surat Thani Province in four aspects: 1) occupation 2) religion and beliefs 3) recreational activities and 4) networking. Secondly, Burmese migrant workers represent their beliefs and religious identity in four features, such as 1) building pagodas in Burmese architectural style 2) making merit 3) showing respect to “Nat” (god-like spirits) and 4) dressing in Burmese style. Creating a cultural area and showing Burmese identity is a way to preserve and Continuing to maintain the Burmese identity in the cross-border area.
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