GENRES OF TRACHTIONS AND LEGENDS OTOK NEAR SINJ AND ITS SURROUNDINGS

Otok Sinjski i njegova okolica obiluju raznolikim žanrovima predaja i legendi koji igraju ključnu ulogu u očuvanju kulturnog nasljeđa ovog područja. Raznolikost predaja uključuje etiološke predaje koje objašnjavaju podrijetlo mjesta i pojava u prirodi, povijesne predaje temeljene na stvarnim događajima i osobama te mitske predaje koje pripovijedaju o nadnaravnim bićima poput vila i junaka. Sve ove priče čine važan dio kulturnog tkiva otoka Sinjskog i okolice. Predaje i legende često se prenose usmenom predajom s generacije na generaciju. One čuvaju uspomene na prošle događaje, običaje i vrijednosti te oživljavaju povijest i tradiciju. Važan aspekt njihovog prenošenja je njihova uloga u očuvanju kulturnog identiteta lokalnog stanovništva. Očuvanje ovih priča ključno je jer osigurava da se bogata kulturna baština ovog kraja ne izgubi. Kroz dokumentiranje, istraživanje i prenošenje ovih priča na mlađe generacije osigurava se da će predaje i legende ostati sačuvane i inspirirati buduće generacije da cijene i njeguju svoje kulturno nasljeđe.Otok Sinjski and its surroundings abound with various genres of folklore and legends that play a crucial role in preserving the cultural heritage of this region. The diversity of folklore includes etiological legends that explain the origins of places and natural phenomena, historical legends based on real events and figures, as well as mythical legends narrating supernatural beings like fairies and heroes. All these stories constitute an important part of the cultural fabric of the Island of Sinj and its vicinity. Folklore and legends are often passed down through oral tradition from generation to generation. They preserve memories of past events, customs, and values while bringing history and tradition to life. An essential aspect of their transmission is their role in preserving the cultural identity of the local population. The conservation of these narratives is crucial as it ensures that the rich cultural heritage of this region remains intact. Through documentation, research, and the transmission of these stories to younger generations, it is ensured that folklore and legends will be preserved and inspire future generations to appreciate and nurture their cultural heritage