DIGITAL MAPPING OF LEGENDS: PRESERVING NARRATIVES, CONNECTING CULTURES

Kikrusenuo Usou; Joseph Cherain

doi:10.29121/granthaalayah.v14.i2SE.2026.6603

DIGITAL MAPPING OF LEGENDS: PRESERVING NARRATIVES, CONNECTING CULTURES

Authors

Kikrusenuo Usou Assistant Professor, Japfu Christian College, Kigwema, Nagaland, India
Dr. Joseph Cherain Principal, Don Bosco Hr. Secondary School, Wokha, Nagaland, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v14.i2SE.2026.6603

Keywords:

Legends, Narratives, Digital Mapping

Abstract [English]

This study is an attempt to investigate the creative fusion of indigenous storytelling and digital mapping technologies, with an emphasis on legends from Viswema Village and T.Khel Kohima Village, Nagaland. By creating interactive digital maps, an attempt will be made to put mythological narratives onto their geographic landscapes, transforming these legends and the places they have roamed into storyscapes. This approach will not only preserve the cultural heritage of marginalised communities but will also bridge cultural divides by inviting global audiences to explore and engage with diverse mythologies as well.

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Map

https://maps.app.goo.gl/bpCwzNqTqdLfrWHM8

https://maps.app.goo.gl/UDGCbkhzqJddUe2LA

App:

GPS Camera

Interview:

Rhütso, Pungozüle. Personal Interview. 4 July 2023.

Mechulho, Metenole. Personal Interview. 4 July 2023.

Suohu, Thepfuzakie. Personal Interview. 12 January 2024.

Suohu, Dziesevituo. Personal Interview. 12 January 2024.

Rhütso, Keyiekhrü. Personal interview 11 Nov 2025.

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2026-02-05

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Usou, K., & Cherain, J. (2026). DIGITAL MAPPING OF LEGENDS: PRESERVING NARRATIVES, CONNECTING CULTURES. International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH, 14(2SE), 35–39. https://doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v14.i2SE.2026.6603

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Vol. 14 No. 2SE (2026): Language Diversity, Social and Technological Development in Educational and Economic Transformation: In Alignment with NEP 2020

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