Spatial isolation refers to the physical separation or distance between different groups or communities. In the context of folk cultures, it means that these cultures develop in remote areas where contact with other societies is limited.
Related terms
Cultural Relativism: The practice of understanding and judging a culture based on its own values and standards rather than comparing it to one's own culture.
Homogeneity: The state of being uniform or similar in composition.
Cultural Landscape: The visible features created by humans as they inhabit an area, including buildings, agricultural patterns, and infrastructure.