ESSENCE AND TYPES OF ECOTOURISM: LITERATURE REVIEW
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https://doi.org/10.17770/iss2021.6928Keywords:
ecotourism, sustainable tourism, types of ecotourismAbstract
Ecotourism is one of the components of sustainable tourism. Ecotourism is perceived as an effective means of achieving sustainable development. Most countries in the world have begun to recognize ecotourism as a key tool for economic development and conservation. Ecotourism involves exploring nature to learn and carry out environmentally friendly tourism activities. Ecotourism provides an exciting natural experience that contributes to the economic and social development of local communities. Ecotourism mainly includes visits to the landscape, nature, flora and fauna, as well as others. The aim of the research is to study and analyze the essence, types and impact of ecotourism on the development of sustainable tourism.Downloads
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