EXPLORING THE ROLE OF CULTURAL HERITAGE TOURISM IN UZBEKISTAN’S DEVELOPMENT

Abstract

This study explores the position of cultural heritage developments in Uzbekistan, with its rich cultural heritage, abundance of natural tourism attractions spread across 12,000 kilometers, distinctive World Heritage Sites, and distinctive tourism presence, Uzbekistan is attracting tourists from all over the world as it integrates with other Central Asian nations. There is potential for the tourist industry to grow in Uzbekistan. On the Silk Road, which connected Eastern and Western civilizations, several of its cities in Central Asia served as major trading hubs. The historical, archaeological, architectural, and natural assets of Uzbekistan draw travelers. Conversely, the Silk Road is a distinctive tourist destination network with substantial room for improvement. Thus, Uzbekistan's tourist industry has undergone extensive development, which includes respect for the country's historical and cultural assets and the construction of infrastructure that satisfies all international requirements. A legitimate tourism sector has emerged as a result of the increasing volume and complexity of tourism services, which supports viewing the phenomena as a unique aspect of the global economy. The phenomena of tourism is very complex by nature, with significant social, political, cultural, and economic ramifications. Cultural and historical tourism is a new sector with immense potential and is an essential part of the global tourism industry today. Uzbekistan, which has an abundance of historical sites, cultures and traditions, presents a perfect sector for culture and heritage tourism. Its ancient Silk Road cities like Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva have the potential to increase tourism revenue and use the funds for sustainable development of the country furthers supports this idea