Commodification of local culture often leads to stereotypical images of that culture.

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When local culture is commodified, it is simplified and packaged in a way that is easily consumable by a global audience. This often results in stereotypical images of that culture being promoted and perpetuated. For example, the "Hawaiian shirt" and hula dancing have become common symbols associated with Hawaiian culture, but they are also oversimplified and do not represent the complexity and diversity of the actual culture.

Commodification of Local Culture Often Leads to Stereotypical Images of That