TOPICAL ISSUES OF DEVELOPING ETHNOGRAPHIC TOURISM IN KARAKALPAKSTAN
Keywords:
cultural and historical heritage, ethnographic significance, artifacts, international tourism market, archaeological sites.Abstract
The organization of ethnographic tourism in Karakalpakstan is
considered one of the key directions in the country’s tourism development strategy. This
region possesses a rich historical, cultural, and ethnographic heritage, offering great
potential for the advancement of modern ethnographic tourism. In highlighting its main
features, it is important to study historical, cultural, and natural treasures, as well as
scientific sources related to this field.
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