September 27 is the Day of Tourism Workers. Continuous measures are being taken to develop tourism in Nakhchivan

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Published on Wednesday, 27 September 2017 11:43

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According to the Order of President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mr. Ilham Aliyev dated September 1, 2016, September 27 is celebrated as the “Day of Tourism Workers” in our country.

In the modern world tourism industry is one of the most dynamically developing and profitable areas. The development of tourism in Azerbaijan is connected with the name of national leader Heydar Aliyev. The development of tourism in our country, geography of tourism and excursions dates back to the 1970-1980s. This was possible thanks to the direct attention and care of national leader Heydar Aliyev in that area. During those years, a large network of tourist organizations and excursions was established in Azerbaijan, modern hotels, public entertainment facilities were built. During the years of independence, the great leader kept into attention the development of this sphere and created an important legal basis for the regulation of state tourism policy.

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mr. Ilham Aliyev declared the development of tourism one of the main directions of the non-oil sector. Targeted measures are being taken to promote the tourism potential of our country in the international arena, as well as to develop various types of tourism. The orders signed by the head of state, the successful implementation of state programs have turned Azerbaijan into a developing country in the world of tourism. Adoption of the “State Program for the Development of Resorts in the Republic of Azerbaijan in 2009-2018” is an important step towards the development of tourism resort areas. In recent years, our country has been hosting a number of international events such as culture, music, sports, tourism and other fields, including the World Intercultural Dialogue and the Baku International Humanitarian Forum. At the same time, the I European Games, the VII Global Forum of the Alliance of Civilizations of UN, the European Grand Prix and the IV Islamic Solidarity Games played an important role in promoting the tourism potential of our country.

 The rich historical and cultural heritage, mineral water springs, Duzdagh, the unique natural monument, ancient architectural monuments and unique cuisine, stability and modern infrastructure are the key factors in the development of tourism in Nakhchivan. There is great potential for the development of ecoturism, religious, treatment, mountainous and other types of tourism in the autonomous republic. Fertile soil, pure water, fresh air, rich herbs, plenty of sun - all these open up opportunities for the development of ecological tourism in Nakhchivan.

Today there are 1 national park, 3 preserves, 1reservation in the autonomous republic. About 27 percent of the territory of the autonomous republic is under special protection for the preservation of the ecological balance. Socio-economic development in the autonomous republic shows a great potential for the development of rural green tourism. In Bichanak, Kuku, Nursu, Kechili, Nasirvaz, Bist, Tivi, Shahbulag, Gumushlu, Arafsa and other settlements of the autonomous republic green-rural tourism is being developed.

In recent years, as a result of the care and attention of the Chairman of the Supreme Majlis of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic Mr. Vasif Talibov, the promotion of our cultural heritage, the rebuilding of treatment centers, holding international scientific events and sports competitions, implementation of the renovation and reconstruction work had a substantial impact for the development of tourism and caused an increase in the number of tourists coming to the autonomous republic. Along with the protection, research and promotion of historical and cultural monuments, as well as the measures taken for the development of tourism, it is necessary to emphasize the repair and restoration of the material-cultural masterpieces of the past centuries. In recent years, more than 60 historical and cultural monuments have been repaired and restored. All of these activities, along with the protection of cultural heritage, also extend the tourism opportunities. In recent years, Monuna Khatun tomb has been repaired, “Ashabi-Kahf Sanctuary”  Religious-Cultural Monument Complex has been reconstructed, Usif Kuseyir oglu and Noah tombs, imamzadehs, ice-houses in the autonomous republic, “Jame” mosque in the city of Nakhchivan, Zaviya madrasa, Ismayilkhan bath-house, Nakhchivangala, Khan palace, Khanagah Monument Complex in Julfa region, Alinjagala, Gulustan tomb, Aza bridge in Ordubad region, Geysariyya and other historical monuments have been repaired and reconstructed. Last year, the reconstruction work in Alinjagala, the symbol of  bellicosity of the Azerbaijani people, in the Gulustan tomb, one of the most outstanding examples of the Azerbaijani architecture,  Parchi imamzadeh in the village of Khanligar,Sharur was completed. At present, the restoration   of  Garabaghlar tomb of the XII-XIV centuries, the bath-house of the XVIII- XIX centuries in Yengija village, Sharur,  imamzadeh of the XVIII century in the Nehram village of Babak region is being continued. Each of the restored historical and cultural monuments promotes the cultural potential of the autonomous republic as well as the tourism potential of the autonomous republic.

Today, there are 21 hotels, 1 hotel-type facility, Nakhchivan-Garabaghlar, Nakhchivan-Ashabi-Kahf, Nakhchivan-Alinjagala, Nakhchivan-Ordubad, Nakhchivan-Batabat, Nakhchivan-Gulustan tourism routes operate in the autonomous republic. Building a modern infrastructure that covers all parts of the autonomous republic and raising the service is also a key factor in the development of tourism. The launch of the Aghbulag Recreation Center in 2013 in Shahbuz is also an important part of these activities carried out in this area.

There is also a great opportunity for the development of medical tourism in our ancient city. Duzdagh Physiotherapy Center is a rare treatment site for respiratory diseases. Every year, coming of hundreds of people from different countries here proves that opportunities for this area of tourism are extensive. This type of treatment center is few in other countries of the world and it increases the importance of Duzdag. Daridagh Arsenic Water Dispansery   in Julfa region has an important role in the development of medical tourism. The number of visitors to this natural treatment facility established in accordance with modern requirements in 2005 is increasing year by year.

As well as other areas, training of qualified cadres in the field of tourism is a crucial issue. Today, Nakhchivan State University and “Nakhchivan”  University prepare specialists in Tourism and Hotel Management. Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic regularly participates in international and domestic tourism exhibitions. Students of Nakhchivan State University and “Nakhchivan” University studying in Tourism and Hotel Management specialty  often visit  the cultural and tourism facilities of our ancient land. The organization of excursions for them to the nature and historical monuments of the autonomous republic is also kept in focus.

Tourists are also information bearers. Tourist becomes the propagandist of historical places, taking information about the country’s geography, history, culture, cuisine and hospitality. Nakhchivan Tourism Information Center  housed in Zaviya-Madrasa building of the XVII century in Nakhchivan city operates efficiently in promoting the tourism potential of the autonomous republic. Today, the center continues its work to promote the tourism potential of the autonomous republic using the central internet resources efficiently.

The development of tourism is connected with the high level of infrastructure, as well as stability. The existence of these two factors in the autonomous republic, recognition of our ancient land as a crimeless region creates one more advantage for tourists to come to the republic. Nakhchivan has experience in hosting international events and sports competitions in these years. Announcing the city of Nakhchivan as the capital of Islamic culture for 2018 will also play an important role in demonstrating our tourism capabilities. In the first eight months of this year, 243,000 tourists visited the autonomous republic, which is 3.7 percent more than in the same period last year.

Successful implementation of the tasks given at the consultation on the development of tourism in the Supreme Majlis of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic on March 18, 2016, has also played a crucial role in the development of tourism. Mr. Vasif Talibov, the Chairman of the Supreme Majlis of  Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, who paid attention and care to this area, said: “In the modern world, the tourism sector is one of the most economically profitable and promising areas.  Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic has rich cultural-historical heritage and favorable conditions for the development of tourism. At present, in the autonomous republic, consistent measures are being taken to create a modern tourism area that meets the economic, social and environmental requirements”.

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