CULTURAL AND COGNITIVE TOURISM AS A FACTOR IN THE HARMONIZATION OF INTER-ETHNIC RELATIONS

Abstract

The impact of tourism on the development of the economy and the harmonization of intercultural and inter-ethnic relations has been considered, which makes it possible to consider it a factor in overcoming political tensions and preventing geopolitical conflicts. Cultural factors affecting inter-ethnic relations can be divided into two groups: the first is related to education and information, the second – to the traditional norms of each culture. With regard to education and education in general, their role is enormous in destroying inter-ethnic socio-cultural boundaries, in overcoming inter-ethnic biases, and in promoting patterns of inter-ethnic communication.