The potential of astro-tourism in Poland: Gwiezdne Dolistowie in the Bieszczady mountains Cover Image

Potencjał turystyki astronomicznej w Polsce na przykładzie obiektu Gwiezdne Dolistowie w Bieszczadach
The potential of astro-tourism in Poland: Gwiezdne Dolistowie in the Bieszczady mountains

Author(s): Igor Dylak
Subject(s): Geography, Regional studies, Tourism
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego
Keywords: astronomy; astro-tourism; potential; accommodation facility; light pollution; astro-tourism farm; astro-tourism product; astro-tourism potential
Summary/Abstract: The article focuses on the presentation of astronomical tourism and its potential in Poland, as well as the example of Gwiezdne Dolistowie in the Bieszczady Mountains. It also outlines the activities that can be undertaken to practice astro-tourism and presents some unknown concepts in the field. The results of surveys conducted among the guests of the facility and random individuals, gave the most reliable basis for assessing the potential. The article formulates the author’s definitions: astro-tourism farm, astro-tourism product, astro-tourism potential.

  • Page Range: 141-167
  • Page Count: 27
  • Publication Year: 2024
  • Language: Polish
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