SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL FOUNDATIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF PILGRIMAGE TOURISM IN THE KASHKADARYA REGION

Abstract

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the scientific and practical foundations for the development of pilgrimage tourism in the Kashkadarya region of Uzbekistan. The study examines the tourism potential of sacred sites, religious monuments, and cultural heritage objects located in the region. Special attention is paid to the socio-economic role of pilgrimage tourism, its impact on regional development, employment, and preservation of cultural and spiritual values. Based on analytical and comparative methods, key challenges hindering the effective development of pilgrimage tourism are identified. The article proposes practical recommendations aimed at improving tourism infrastructure, management mechanisms, and promotional strategies to enhance the competitiveness of pilgrimage tourism at the national and international levels.