People like associating themselves with successful individuals. In fact, the Journal of the Association for the Study of Australian Literature argues that the chances of a region gaining global recognition are heightened when the location has a successful entity (Ommundsen 177). With this in mind, it is worth acknowledging the fact that Shakespeare's legacy significantly augments the current prominence of the Stratford town and the Stratford-upon-Avon medieval market. Like any other historical town, Stratford’s global recognition has enhanced its economic performance in a great way. According to the Stratford-upon-Avon District Council (n.p), this tourist location brings in a significant number of visitors annually, and most of these individuals wish to view the town’s appearance from Shakespeare’s perspective in spite of its high modernization and the differences in eras. As this year marks the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s demise, it is anticipated that the town will host more visitors than it has been recorded in the previous years. With such an opportunity, one is justified to claim that Shakespeare’s legacy continually boosts Stratford’s economic performance due to the trading and tourist activities conducted within the region to commemorate the icon’s literature expertise.
Shakespeare's heritage has augmented the economic development of this town over the years. In fact, it is estimated that over 3.5 million visitors tour the region each year to appreciate the rich history described in Shakespeare’s works of art (Alfano 120). As such, the town has incorporated multiple initiatives to enhance its tourist experience by making the region a top visiting site. Specifically, a lot of historical research has been conducted to validate the existence of some of the antiquities found in the area. Through this approach, the town’s management wants to enhance the experiences of the visitors during their tour period by making the overall expedition more rewarding and relevant to Shakespeare’s legacy.
With this information in mind, I believe that Stanford would not have been this successful if it was not Shakespeare’s birthplace. In fact, economic and social performance would have been less appealing than the current state if Shakespeare were to be born in a different town. This claim is largely attributed to the fact that many people are attracted towards the town and medieval market to experience Shakespeare’s heritage. Additionally, most of the antiquities traded in this region are mostly tied to Shakespeare’s culture. There are many little shops where one can buy souvenirs or take memorable photos in the rich environment filled with Shakespeare’s legacy.
There are many visiting alternatives in the region aside from the Stratford-upon-Avon medieval market. According to Alfano (125), this town has a lot to be desired because of the ancient architectures employed in the construction of the building. For starters, the area around the house seems to hold an old theme that is visually appealing before reaching the most modernized region on the other end of the street. However, one needs to appreciate the fact that having Shakespeare’s birthplace in this region has contributed to the overall development of the town. In fact, its current economic stability is largely attributed to the legacy of this great personnel. Many people would not have known the existence of this region if his involvement was absent. In many ways, the town relies on the performance of Shakespeare’s section to improve the frequency of the tourist visits. In spite of the fact that one can visit the region and go to the theaters to watch a film, ignoring Shakespeare’s legacy in the development of the town is an erroneous assumption. As such, his legacy greatly benefits the town, but this location is more than just his home.
Works cited
Alfano, Nicholas Patrick. "Stratford-Upon-Avon (GB)." (2015). Print.
Ommundsen, Wenche. "The circus is in town: Literary festivals and the mapping of cultural heritage." Journal of the Association for the Study of Australian Literature (2013): 173-179.
Stratford-upon-Avon District Council. "Our Vision for a World Class Stratford: Stratford-on-Avon District Council." Stratford.gov.uk. N.p., 2016. Web. 16 June 2016.
