The tourism of collecting: a case study from the Kharkiv region, Ukraine
Abstract
Statement of the problem. Collecting tourism in Ukraine is predominantly practiced in an amateur form. Consequently, there is a lack of relevant statistical information, which impedes the execution of comprehensive scientific research. Nevertheless, the existence of a natural resource base highly suitable for the development of collecting tourism across Ukraine, and particularly within the Kharkiv region, underscores the relevance of this topic and the need to study its potential for further development.
The relevance of the work lies in the fact that today there is no reasonable definition of the concept of “collecting tourism”, and this tourist activity in the context of the regions of Ukraine requires a thorough study.
The aim of the study is to outline the peculiarities of collecting tourism and to investigate the impact of physical and geographical prerequisites on the organisation of collecting tourism on the example of the Kharkiv region.
The object of this study is collecting tourism.
The subject is the physical and geographical prerequisites for the development of collecting tourism and the general features of its organisation.
Methods. The descriptive method is essential for systematically characterizing the studied territory and providing a theoretical summary of the collected information. This is complemented by the method of idealization, which is applied to construct “ideal models” of natural-territorial complexes for comparison with the real situation, particularly during the classification stage. The classification method is used to systematize existing knowledge and develop an original classification scheme. The cartographic method involves studying general geographical and thematic maps, as well as deciphering satellite images and utilizing the digital elevation model of the Kharkiv region as auxiliary elements. The comparative method ensures the identification of similarities and differences among the study objects, specifically when analyzing the natural resource base of the territorial communities in the Kharkiv region. The forecasting method is utilized to formulate assumptions about future tourist demand, specifically determining which objects of interest may attract a tourist-collector in the region.
Results. The research analyzed the conceptual and terminological foundation of collecting tourism, revealing a significant gap in both domestic and foreign studies where it is not yet defined as a distinct phenomenon. The authors proposed and substantiated their own theoretical placement of collecting tourism within the scientific system. This work provided the set-up for a practical study of the Kharkiv region’s geological, geomorphological features, and natural resource base in the context of collecting tourism. The study investigated the organisational specifics of this niche tourism and resulted in the development of practical recommendations for constructing specialized collecting tourist routes that account for the narrow focus, aiming to ensure a high-quality final product.
In examining the development prospects, the study confirmed that the Kharkiv region possesses a promising natural resource base highly suitable for collecting tourism; however, current activities are rendered impossible due to the ongoing negative impact of military actions. Additionally, the research analyzed the technical possibilities for route visualization, comparing the capabilities of Google My Maps and ThingLink programs.
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