A Study on Multi-Dimensional Analysis and Spatial Differentiation of the Resilience of Folk Cultural Spaces on Xiamen Island, China

Amid rapid global urbanization, folk cultural spaces are facing a pronounced “resilience crisis.” Existing studies primarily emphasize material preservation while lacking a holistic assessment of cultural spaces. Using Xiamen Island as a case study, this research integrates GIS-based spatial analysis, questionnaire surveys, and statistical modeling to develop a resilience assessment framework for folk cultural spaces, encompassing four key dimensions: connectivity, modularity, diversity, and adaptability. The study systematically identifies spatial differentiation, formation mechanisms, and typological patterns of these spaces. The main findings are as follows: First, the resilience of folk cultural spaces on Xiamen Island exhibits a spatial pattern characterized by “dual-core leadership, corridor transition, and marginal vulnerability.” High-resilience areas are mainly concentrated in Siming Old Town and the Wuyuanwan district, representing two typical development trajectories—“organic evolution” and “planned intervention.” Second, the influencing mechanisms of each resilience dimension show pronounced spatial heterogeneity, reflecting the coupled effects of structural characteristics, social processes, and governance logics across different urban contexts. Third, three resilience zones are identified through K-means clustering, providing a typological basis for developing differentiated strategies for protection and renewal. This study provides theoretical insights and methodological references for the “living” preservation and adaptive governance of folk cultural spaces.