THE ROLE AND SIGNIFICANCE OF TOURISM IN THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF PEJA:

Anela Džogović; Elma Nurković

doi:10.46763/IJEMT2441077d

Anela Džogović University „Haxhi Zeka“ - Peja, https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7073-5526
Elma Nurković Faculty of Management in Tourism, Hospitality and Environment, University „Haxhi Zeka“ - Peja,

DOI: https://doi.org/10.46763/IJEMT2441077d

Keywords: Tourism, Economic development, Municipality of Peja, Significance, Natural and cultural potential.

Abstract

The aim of this summary is to cover the essence and importance of the topic "The role and importance of tourism in the economic development of the municipality of Peja". The study focuses on the analysis of the impact of tourism in the municipality of Peja as a destination rich in natural and cultural potential. Through a detailed analysis, we have identified the main roles of tourism in local economic development, which include the contribution to the creation of new jobs, increased income for local communities and a positive effect on local infrastructure. The history of tourism in the Peja region and the identification of cultural and natural manifestations, as well as attractions, are integral parts of this analysis. The aim of the study is to assess the existing problems and opportunities faced by the municipality of Peja in order to build a strong and developed tourism sector. This brief also highlights the need for collaboration with the private sector and international organizations to harness the full potential of the field. Finally, this study aims to provide a clear and in-depth view of the positive impact of tourism on the local economy of the municipality of Peja and to argue the importance of sustainable development of this sector for the well-being and long-term improvement of the local community.

Author Biography

Anela Džogović, University „Haxhi Zeka“ - Peja,

THE ROLE AND SIGNIFICANCE OF TOURISM IN THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF PEJA

Anela Džogović^1*, Elma Nurković²

¹Anela Džogović, Faculty of Management in Tourism, Hospitality and Environment, University „Haxhi Zeka“ - Peja, anela.dzogovic@unhz.eu

²Student, Elma Nurković, Faculty of Management in Tourism, Hospitality and Environment, University „Haxhi Zeka“ - Peja, nurkovicelma2@gmail.com

*Corresponding author: nurkovicelma2@gmail.com

Abstract:

The aim of this summary is to cover the essence and importance of the topic "The role and importance of tourism in the economic development of the municipality of Peja". The study focuses on the analysis of the impact of tourism in the municipality of Peja as a destination rich in natural and cultural potential. Through a detailed analysis, we have identified the main roles of tourism in local economic development, which include the contribution to the creation of new jobs, increased income for local communities and a positive effect on local infrastructure. The history of tourism in the Peja region and the identification of cultural and natural manifestations, as well as attractions, are integral parts of this analysis. The aim of the study is to assess the existing problems and opportunities faced by the municipality of Peja in order to build a strong and developed tourism sector. This brief also highlights the need for collaboration with the private sector and international organizations to harness the full potential of the field. Finally, this study aims to provide a clear and in-depth view of the positive impact of tourism on the local economy of the municipality of Peja and to argue the importance of sustainable development of this sector for the well-being and long-term improvement of the local community.

Keywords: Key words: Tourism, Economic development, Municipality of Peja, Significance, Natural and cultural potential.

JEL Classification: Z3, Z32, Q5.

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