Soozan Sadat Saidi Shahri; Neda Zarandyan
Volume 10, Issue 29 , April 2016, , Pages 45-67
Abstract
Landforms are geomorphological features of scientific, culturalhistorical, aesthetic or socio-economic value based on human understanding. Given these features expansion in our country, thepotential can be used for tourism development. Hence, this study aims to recognize Gonabad southwest ...
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Landforms are geomorphological features of scientific, culturalhistorical, aesthetic or socio-economic value based on human understanding. Given these features expansion in our country, thepotential can be used for tourism development. Hence, this study aims to recognize Gonabad southwest geomorphologic landforms (as the most potential touristic area in the province) and evaluate theirGeomorphtourism capabilities. Satellite imagery, geological and topographic maps and site visiting were used for identifying mentioned landforms and Geomorphtourism capabilities were evaluated by Peralong and Cocean methods. Accordingly, four geomorphologic landforms were identified; Darb Sofieh Mountain, Darb Sofieh Waterfall, Karesty Tak Zu Promontory, Tak Zu Waterfall, Khanic, and Kalatehnow. The results of the ranking in both method revealed, Darb Sofieh Mountain is the most important Geomorphtourism landform in the Gonabad Southwest. In other word, for tourism investment in the area, Darb Sofieh Mountain landformshould be as a priority development goal. Karesty Tak Zu Promontory, Darb Sofieh Waterfall, Tak Zu Waterfall Khanic, and Kalatehnow are respectively next priorities.
