The strategic planning of rural development is focused on both economic growth and sustainable development. Sustainable essential for conserving improving resources, while contributes to a better standard living. aim the research determine, using participatory appraisal (PRA) methodology example village Zlakusa, activities developed in village, importance tourism, scope taken into account results show that success community depends on: diversification activities, which accompanied by...

The Assessment of the Surface Water Quality Using Pollution Index: A Case Study Timok River (The Danube Basin), Serbia (202 km long, 4547 2 basin area) is located in East Serbia. It a right tributary and one most polluted watercourses On basis data provided by Republic Hydrometeorological Service Serbia, paper presents an analysis water quality pollution using combined physico-chemical WPI index (Water Index) calculated for two periods - 1993-96 2006-2009 at four hydrological stations:...

Abstract The research involved a comparison of two case studies dealing with the perceptions local population to tourism. effects and control tourism development were analyzed, as well availability information on sustainable impact community in national parks (NPs) Serbia. survey method was applied sample 227 (NP Đerdap) 210 Tara) respondents. results identified strong positive perception presence tourists among categories respondents also certain differences regarding economic benefits...

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The Borska Reka river (47 km long, 373 km2 of basin area) is located in eastern Serbia and it the biggest tributary Veliki Timok. It also one most polluted watercourses Serbia. Using data Republic Hydrometeorological Service Serbia, paper analyzes water pollution using combined physical-chemical WPI index (water index) over two periods: 1993-1996 2006-2009. analysis parameters showed significantly increased values heavy metals (especially iron manganese) which are indicators inorganic...

This research deals with the evaluation of tourist attractions in selected protected areas (PAs) Serbia for purpose developing ecotourism. Using integral AHP-SWOT method, two authentic mountain were analyzed—Stara Planina Nature Park and Suva Special Reserve. The results confirmed presence numerous natural and, to a lesser extent, anthropogenic resources that represent basis future ecotourism activities. However, significant weaknesses also registered, which are reflected overall poverty,...

In the context of broader controversy about sustainable development, tourism literature highlights importance support local population to development. The active community is essential for government, future development policies and all entities that participate in creation specific dimension this influence exists protected areas, given pronounced strong environmental component a bond created among - area locals. paper analyzes attitudes opinions residing National Park "Đerdap" or its...

Abstract By the example of Tara National Park (NP), we present how geoheritage can and should be presented in a NP where primary role is played by biology. has rich geoheritage, especially its karst phenomena, which include gorges (e.g. 1000-m-deep Drina Gorge), plateaus with dolines, dry valleys, uvalas as well springs travertines. In addition, ophiolites also enrich geoheritage; hence, area high geodiversity. Large reservoirs territory provide an opportunity to study anthropogenic impact...

Abstract Mountain depopulation is a worldwide phenomenon observed in all continents. It has varied socio-economic reasons; among others, the low profitability of traditional agriculture, better job possibilities and higher level services urban settlements. However, it often recognized that related to natural factors such as elevation, slope or lithology. also protected areas are frequently established depopulated mountain regions. Their primary aim conservation nature, but they may help...

This paper represents a case study examining perceptions about tourism and reactions of the local community bank decision makers to its development. The survey method was applied establish community’s attitude towards impact in different spheres life Kopaonik National Park (Serbia). sample 195 adult respondents covered inhabitants 16 communities located within wider area national park. In parallel, potential support banks for development examined on 21 banks. results identified strong...

This paper represents a case study examining attitudes of various stakeholders about Tara National Park (NP) (Serbia), identifying also the factors that shape these attitudes. The survey method was applied to sample 405 respondents (197 community members and 208 visitors). In addition, 15 interviews with specific key actors (NP executives local persons) were performed. research confirmed presence different types conflicts among stakeholders, mostly between NP population (primarily farmers)...

The paper analyzes the water quality of hydrological resources in wider area Tara National Park (NP Tara) Serbia and opinions local community national park visitors about grade possible damage. pollution level Drina River at Bajina Bašta station was analyzed using Water Pollution Index. results showed that corresponded to classes II (clean water) or III (moderately polluted revealed presence organic pollution. In addition, a survey combined with field research, perceptions inhabitants...

Traditional sports games are an expression of folk creativity in the field and recreation, result people culture sport. According to venue, they mostly related rural areas from which originated. were recognized 21st century as element intangible cultural heritage, should be protected affirmed a new way order preserve them oblivion disappearance. Therefore, importance traditional tourist off er (an important promotion rural, religious, cultural, recreational tourism) is increasingly tourism...

The research analyzes attitudes and habits of the visitors in National Park (NP) Taganay on South Urals Russia.The survey method was applied a sample 305 respondents order to investigate visitors' travel habits, as well their perceptions regarding different experiences they were exposed to.The results identified strong positive perception overall from visiting NP.Specific permanent patterns behavior observed compatibility between environment determined.The most significant variables...

The research was carried out in the villages of buffer zone and close environment Ramsar site 'Stari Begej - Carska Bara' Special Nature Reserve, Serbian part Banat. survey method used to establish local population's attitude towards impact area protection on their life quality degree cooperation with managing body. A total 393 adults were surveyed, which accounted for 5.34% adult population studied (fve villages). In order provide opinions from all stakeholders, body also asked respond some...

There is no doubt that theory of tourism lags behind increased practice. In order to decrease such gap, theoretical work in must be intensified and permanently reconsidered future period. Consequently, it necessary pay attention complex analysis explicit interpretation important notions are integral parts practice, as well objects scientific investigations. The subject this paper structure resource base. Specially focused two relevant - tourist resources attractions (tourist motives)....

The aim of this paper is to consider the differences in structure visitors tourist events, depending on place holding. “Museum Night” event was first held Germany (Berlin) 1997, with popularizing cultural tourism and museum complexes. This touristically considerable has been very popular frequented Serbia since 2005. At it only Belgrade, when year 2007, gradually, other cities also joined programme. Therefore, a public opinion poll carried out for purposes (analysis according age, sex...

National parks as the most complex category of protected resources are provided for overall sustainable development, and coordination geography, tourism nature conservation is a basic development orientation these areas in future. In order to analyze state environment, but also impact on nature, method indicators World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) applied paper case Park Tara (Western Serbia). The study included analysis evaluation related ecological value area direct activity protection nature.

Despite the significant natural potential, geothermal energy in Serbia has traditionally been used balneology and recreation, while its share country?s total balance is almost negligible (0.05%). The present paper deals with City Municipality of Vranjska Banja as a pioneer territory using for heating. concept methodology research are directly related to utilization resources district heating area. presented analysis includes: determining available amount energy, identifying needs selected...

Water resources are an important tourist value of national parks (NPs) in Serbia. The richness and significance hydrographic not only represented the river network its hydropower potential, but also recreational values rare natural features these phenomena. As a particular user resources, tourism modifies water into something memorable, reachable to visitors, ?nd most often with elements attractiveness curiosity. This research offers insight possibilities for development selected NPs Serbia...

On the territory of Serbian part Banat there are registered 9 internationally important bird habitats (Importan areas-IBA), which an resource bio diversity, but also a significant market potential that can be marketed through tourism. The paper is based on Hilary du Cros model evaluation and analyses tourism sector management IBA sites, investigating to what extent they attractive activate industry. In this way, we established utility value with emphasis qualitative quantitative...