Problems and Prospects of Ethnocultural Tourism Development: The Case of Kazakhstan (the Central Asian Country)

Zhangabulova Zhansaya (2023) Problems and Prospects of Ethnocultural Tourism Development: The Case of Kazakhstan (the Central Asian Country). Kereskedelmi, Vendéglátóipari és Idegenforgalmi Kar.

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Absztrakt (kivonat)

This research thesisexamines the concept of ethnocultural tourism in Kazakhstan, which refers totourism that is based on the cultural heritage of the Central Asia. Kazakhstanis a country with a rich and diverse cultural heritage, nevertheless with morethan 130 different ethnic groups living within its borders. And this does notprevent these cultures from developing together with the Kazakh heritage.Ethnocultural tourism is seen as a potential tool for economic development, asit can help to promote cultural understanding and create jobs in rural areas.The work discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with developingethnocultural tourism in Kazakhstan, including issues related toinfrastructure, marketing, and community involvement. Ultimately, the workargues that ethnocultural tourism has the potential to be a key driver ofsustainable economic growth in Kazakhstan, while also promoting culturalpreservation and understanding. To develop ethnocultural tourism in Kazakhstan,it is important to consider the specific needs and interests of locals, as wellas the needs of tourists. Infrastructure development is also essential, such asthe creation of visitor centers and the improvement of transportation links torural areas. Marketing efforts should target niche markets interested incultural tourism and should focus on promoting authentic and unique culturalexperiences. Community involvement is also critical in the development ofethnocultural tourism. Local communities should be engaged in the planning andimplementation of tourism initiatives and should be empowered to benefit fromtourism in a sustainable and equitable manner. This can involve providingtraining and resources to local entrepreneurs and ensuring that tourismrevenues are reinvested in the local economy.Overall, ethnoculturaltourism has the potential to provide significant economic benefits toKazakhstan while also preserving and promoting the country’s rich culturalheritage. However, it is important to develop tourism in a way that issustainable, respectful of local cultures, and beneficial to local communities.With careful planning and implementation, ethnocultural tourism can be apowerful tool for promoting economic development, cultural preservation, andunderstanding in Kazakhstan.

Intézmény

Budapesti Gazdasági Egyetem

Kar

Kereskedelmi, Vendéglátóipari és Idegenforgalmi Kar

Tanszék

Turizmus Tanszék

Tudományterület/tudományág

NEM RÉSZLETEZETT

Szak

Turizmus-menedzsment

Mű típusa:	diplomadolgozat (NEM RÉSZLETEZETT)
Kulcsszavak:	cultural heritage, ethnocultural tourism, Kazakhstan, Nomads, sustainable development, Tourism development
SWORD Depositor:	Archive User
Felhasználói azonosító szám (ID):	Archive User
Rekord készítés dátuma:	2023. Aug. 03. 16:30
Utolsó módosítás:	2023. Aug. 03. 16:30

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