Evaluation of Koçarlı Adnan Menderes urban forest in terms of the ecotourism

Cultural Tourism in a Digital Era

“…It is managed in accordance with industry best practice to attain environmentally and socio-culturally sustainable outcomes as well as financial viability" (Weaver, 2008, p. 17). Ecotourism provides local benefits environmentally, culturally and economically (Kara, Denis, Kilicaslan, & Polat, 2011). One of the fundamental and vital themes of ecotourism is community participation and education (Fennell, 2001).…”

Urban Forestry

“…One study conducted in Switzerland noted that leisure activities occurring in urban forests and public green spaces, and designed for children and youths, had the potential to facilitate social interaction between Swiss residents and young immigrant people, and could therefore play an important role in stimulating social interactions across cultures (Seeland et al 2009). In Turkey, some kindergarten schools regularly take children to urban forest areas and, as they rise through the school system, these children seem to have improved learning skills (Kara et al 2011). The emotional and symbolic experiences people enjoy within urban forests can be significant, and the enhancement of urban recreational opportunities may convince some people to spend their leisure time in close proximity to their homes.…”