In January-October of the current year the number of foreign tourists visiting Artsakh comprised 23 thousand, this is up by 41 percent as compared to the same period last year.
Adventure tourism to be offered to tourists visiting Artsakh
STEPANAKERT, DECEMBER 22, ARTSAKHPRESS:Head of the Tourism Department of the Ministry of Culture, Youth Affairs and Tourism, Artak Grigoryan, told Artsakhpress that tourists mainly visit Artsakh to get acquainted with it — they are interested in our rich historical and cultural heritage.
Currently we have 8 tourist operators; licensed guides, who regularly attend courses for tour guides. We have 50 hotels in Artsakh.
Speaking about tourist homes Artak Grigoryan said that in 2018, in particular in rural communities, a new development program is envisaged. It will provide retraining programs and respective literature for all those who want to engage in tourism industry.
As to the “Tourist Friends” system, Artak Grigoryan said that it will enable them to make the stay of tourists more comfortable. Retrained specialists with basic knowledge of tourism will work in the system.
“In 2018 one of our occupations will be the creation of a tourist product, its development and spread among potential tourists and companies. The tourist product will be both cultural and adventurous in nature,” Artak Grigoryan concluded.
