Turkmenistan is currently hosting an international conference on tourism development on March 27–28, 2024. During this event, Javanshir Bayramov, the Deputy CEO of the Azerbaijan Tourism Board, delivered a keynote speech highlighting the importance of strengthening cultural and tourism ties between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan.
Bayramov mentioned a notable increase in Turkmenistan tourists visiting Azerbaijan, showing a 14% rise compared to January 2019. This positive trend indicates a growing mutual interest and friendship between the two nations. He also stressed the significance of collaborative ventures in tourism and other sectors as essential for a successful and mutually beneficial partnership.
Azerbaijan has been actively improving its tourism sector, with a focus on enhancing infrastructure and service quality, especially in mountain, cultural, and culinary tourism. Situated at the junction of East and West, Azerbaijan provides tourists with a deep dive into a rich cultural heritage ranging from ancient landmarks to contemporary architectural marvels.
The speech also highlighted Azerbaijan’s global impact in tourism due to its cultural legacy, natural beauty, and artistic diversity. The country’s unique attractions, such as mud volcanoes and ancient Zoroastrian temples, draw visitors from around the globe.
In conclusion, Javanshir Bayramov expressed optimism for further collaboration in tourism and readiness to exchange expertise to achieve common objectives in this field.
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