GEOINFORMATIONAL ASSESSMENT OF THE TOURISTIC (HISTORICAL AND NATURAL) POTENTIAL OF THE SIRDARYA REGION USING GIS TECHNOLOGIES

Abstract

This article analyzes the foundations of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) — such as ArcGIS, QGIS, and Google Earth Engine — and the natural and historical resources of the Syrdarya region. The beautiful nature of the Syrdarya river valley, fishing reserves, Mirzachul melons, and ancient monuments form an important part of the region's touristic potential. Using GIS methods, these objects are mapped and studied from a geoinformational perspective in terms of their spatial distribution, reserves, and development opportunities. The study draws on Syrdarya's statistical and tourism data, GIS technical documents, and scientific sources to develop recommendations for assessing the region’s tourism potential. The results highlight the region as a promising area for tourism development and propose infrastructure improvements and customer attraction strategies.

Keywords

GIS, GIS technologies, Syrdarya region, tourism potential, ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine, geoinformational analysis.