Development of Cultural and Faith Tourism in SCO and Turkic States: Uzbekistan's Potential and the Exemplary Turkish Case

Authors : Ömer Bedir

Pages : 157-163

Doi:10.31822/jomat.2024-9-2-157

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Publication Date : 2024-09-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This article treats Turkish tourism sector\'s recent changes, focusing on its increasing relationships with the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) countries and Turkic states. The paper examines Turkiye\'s efforts to expand its tourism partnerships beyond its traditional European allies and emphasizes its cooperation with SCO member countries such as Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Furthermore, it underlines Turkey\'s efforts to revive the ancient Silk Road—particularly through the \"Middle Corridor\" plan—in an effort to increase Turkic states\' cultural, economic, and tourism collaboration. Cultural and religious tourism in the Turkic states is highlighted, with a particular emphasis on Turkiye and Uzbekistan. The paper concludes with practical proposals to further develop cultural and faith tourism, i.e. effective promotional campaigns, cheap flights, and visa-free travel. Generally, the article provides a thorough overview of Turkiye\'s ever expanding tourism sector as well as its strategic efforts to promote significant cooperation within the SCO region.
Keywords : 上合组织, 土耳其, 丝绸之路, 乌兹别克斯坦, 突厥语国家, 信仰旅游