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| Summary: In the scope of the study, after information is given about thermal tourism and high plateau tourism concepts and characteristics and classification of thermal waters, the existing situation of hot thermal waters and curing water sources and health tourism has been investigated. In the second part of the study, issues relating the climatic conditions, natural and cultural resource values were examined and analyzed; recreational and tourism areas located in the region were determined and information was given about ongoing work towards planning in the study area. Furthermore, recreational and tourism behavior of locals and visitors were examined, problems stemming from these activities and planning decisions were put forward. Questionnaire forms prepared in the light of these pilot surveys were administered with Turkish visitors and in addition interviews were made with various social groups such as administrators of governmental organizations, local administrators, special interest groups, non-governmental organizations, media” representatives and face to face interviews were done with the enterprise representatives and data was collected. In the light of these analyses foresights were put forward regarding tourism in support of rural economy and an integrated planning aiming at protecting the natural and cultural resources at Ayder Thermal Tourism and High Plateau Development Area.Key Words: Thermal Tourism, High Plateau Tourism, Ayder High Plateau, Ayder Thermal Spa, Alternative Tourism
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