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To analyze the recreational development of the coast of Lake Baikal, a map of the contemporary landscape structure on a key site (Goloustnoe coast) has been compiled; based on this map, the main factors of natural attractiveness for the development of the tourism industry have been identified. Considering the economic and geographical patterns of the region combined with its landscape and recreational potential, historically formed and preferred types of recreation activities have been determined. With a view to reveal environmental problems, the main directions for recreational activities have been identified that have the greatest negative impact on the functioning of landscape complexes in the area. It has been pointed out that a low level of ecological culture of vacationers is frequently the chief cause of an intensification of adverse events. Therefore, the risk of crisis situations is borne not only by tourists, but also by the operation of recreational infrastructure facilities. Geoimages obtained by processing images taken with a drone helped to identify centers of greatest environmental stress, as well as present quantitative parameters characterizing the extent of the negative impact. Having considered the high degree of sensitivity of landscape complexes to anthropogenic impact, ecotourism-oriented leisure activities have been proposed that can not only reduce the burden on the part of recreational activities, but also increase the level of environmental morality. Besides, the authors have provided the examples of recreational facilities, already existing on the Goloustnoe coast of Lake Baikal and methods of their management, guaranteeing environmental stability, which is necessary in the implementation of measures aimed at sustainable development of the Baikal territory. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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