A study of driving components influencing the development of urban tourism in Tabriz based on future studies

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Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture and Urban Planning, Ilk.C., Islamic Azad University, Ilkhchi, Iran.

Abstract

Cities as tourist destinations provide a suitable environment for attracting tourists by offering historical, cultural, artistic and natural attractions. Urban tourism development, as a complex and multidimensional process, requires detailed and forward-looking studies in the field of urban planning and urban management. By using futures research methods, it is possible to identify the social, economic and technological trends and changes that affect the tourism industry. This research studied the drivers affecting the development of urban tourism in Tabriz and conducted this analysis using futures research approaches. In this regard, several components that can contribute to the growth and prosperity of tourism in this city were studied, and qualitative results showed how these components can, together, lead to the creation of a sustainable and dynamic tourism ecosystem. Also, considering global trends and local needs, the efficiency and impact of these components on tourism development were examined. To conduct this research, first, four components were extracted as the main components in the economic, social, environmental and physical aspects, and then the driving factors were identified using the Delphi method. The interaction analysis method in the MICMAC software was used to analyze the data. According to the results obtained, creating appropriate conditions for the development of environmental carrying capacity, land management, training managers, restoring tourism effects, expanding tourism-related spaces, etc., can play a significant role in the development of tourism in Tabriz, and it was concluded that economic components have the greatest impact on the development of tourism in Tabriz. Finally, this study can help decision-makers and urban planners to formulate effective strategies to improve the tourism situation in Tabriz and exploit the potential capacities of this city.

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Geography and Regional Future Studies
Volume 3, Issue 3 - Serial Number 11
Autumn
December 2025
Pages 157-176

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