kultuurielamus
Kultuurielamus is an Estonian term referring to the experience of culture. It describes the personal perception and emotional engagement that people have when encountering cultural activities such as visiting museums, attending concerts or theatre performances, taking part in workshops, or exploring heritage sites. The concept emphasizes the experiential dimension of culture, highlighting what a visitor feels, remembers, and reflects upon during and after an encounter with cultural phenomena.
Etymology and scope: the word combines kultuur (culture) and elamus (emotional experience or sensation). It conveys
Usage and relevance: the term is used in cultural policy, tourism marketing, and museum or festival programming
Critique and debate: some scholars and practitioners warn that an emphasis on experience may blur educational