Baku:Indigenous tourism and cultural heritage preservation were key topics at the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue, where industry leaders discussed their role in promoting peace and economic opportunities.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Jean-Philippe Le Moigne, Director of Development at Destination Original Indigenous Tourism (DO-IT) and Co-founder of Yatista Consulting Group, emphasized the significance of indigenous tourism in preserving cultural heritage and passing traditional knowledge to future generations. He addressed these issues in a session titled “Tourism for a Shared Future How Inclusion, Equity, and Community Leadership are Quietly Building Peace.”
Le Moigne stated that indigenous tourism involves the active participation of indigenous communities in tourism activities, promoting their cultures, and contributing to the sector’s development. He also mentioned that community-driven tourism types such as cultural, rural, ecological, and adventure tourism could play a vital role when developed by indigenous people.