Paradise in the Earth: Turkey
Compiled byProf. Dr. Musa GENÇ
UIKC Forestry FacultyÇiğli – İzmir / TURKEY
The course supported by Mevlana Exchange Programme was presented at the Tourism Department of Economy Faculty of Tetova State Unıversity,
Macedonia in May 11-15, 2015
Format of this Presentation Who is Dr. Musa GENÇ Environmental Issues Ecotourism The land of ecotourism: Turkey
Forests of Turkey Nature Conservation in Turkey National Park of Kackar Mountain Dagilcak Nature Park Turkey's Important Wetlands (Ramsar Sites) Flowers of Rize, Northeast Black Sea Region Turkey's Coves Cappadocia Historical National Park Caretta caretta Wildlife Animals Allowed to Be Hunted in Turkey Seized Butterflies in the Fight Against Biological Smuggling Turkey's Birds
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Who is Dr. Musa GENÇ
Dr. Musa GENÇ He was born in the Kuyucak, one of the counties of Aydin province, on February
24, 1961.
He completed his primary and secondary education with "exelent" degree in Kuyucak.
In 1979 he entered the Istanbul University Faculty of Forestry, undergraduated with "good" degree in 1983 and took "Forest Engineering" title.
In 1983, he began in the Graduate School of Natural and Applied Science of Istanbul University.
He was completed Master's thesis in 1985 and won the title of “Forest High Engineer”.
Dr. Musa GENÇ In Isparta Regional Directorate of Forestry for about a year into
1984-1985 worked as "Forestry Engineer".
On January 16, 1986, in Black Sea Technical University, Faculty of Forestry, Department of Forest Engineering he began his academic career with the title of "research assistant".
That same year, in Graduate School of Natural and Applied Science of Black Sea Technical University he began his doctoral studies.
On February 21, 1992 was won the title of "Doctor of Forestry Science".
He was appointed as "Assistant Professor" at the Silviculture Department of this university on October 13, 1992, and "Associate Professor" on December 15, 1994.
Dr. Musa GENÇ He completed his military service of 16 months into 1995 - 1996 years.
After completing his military service, he was resumed his academic task in the Suleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Forestry, Department of Forest Engineering on 02 December 1996,
and in silviculture department, on September 29, 2000 "Professor" was.
He served as Dean of Faculty of Forestry into 2008 – 2011 years.
He joined in scientific activities in Greece, Serbia, France and South Africa.
Now, he continues his academic mission as “Head of Forest Engineering Department" in Izmir Katip Celebi University Faculty of Forestry since July 30, 2013.
He established “Chair of Ecotourism” in UIKC Graduate Schooll of Applied Sciences, and has been served as “Head “ of that chair.
Dr. Musa GENÇ He given courses of
1. Nature Conservation in Forests, 2. Monumental Trees and Forests, 3. Ecology and Ecosystems, 4. Agro-forestry in Ecotourism,5. Horticulture of Ornamental Plants, 6. Plant Propagation Technique, 7. Propagation of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, 8. Forest Ecology, 9. Forestry Science, 10. Forest Tending, 11. Principles of Silviculture, 12. Silviculture Technique, 13. Urban Forestry, 14. Silvicultural Planning, 15. Tree Restoration, 16. High Mountain Silviculture, 17. Nursery Techniques, and 18. Seedling Standardization.
Dr. Musa GENÇHe is author/ authors of published
1 lecture notes,12 books and 73 scientific studies.
He made supervisors of
13 master science and 3 doctoral students so far, and still supervisor of 6 master science students.
He is married and has 3 children.
Key Environmental Issues · Global warming· Depletion of the ozone layer· Acid rain· Depletion and pollution of water resources· Depletion and pollution of land resources
Tourism Typology
Nature, peoples and cultures activities.
Affected from tourisim
Ecotourism“Ecotourism is the
responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment and improve the welfare of local people” (TIES 1990).
Principles of ecotourismMinimize impact. Build environmental and cultural awareness and respect. Provide positive experiences for both visitors and hosts. Provide direct financial benefits for conservation. Provide financial benefits and empowerment for local people. Raise sensitivity to host countries' political, environmental, and
social climate.
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Components of ecotourism Eco tourism tends to have 3 main components:
1- natural–based 2- sustainable3- educational
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1- The natural– based component
As ecotourism initially developed in tropical regions,
the natural-based experiences have been seen to take place in a protected areas,
which is an area dedicated primarily to the protection and enjoyment of natural or cultural heritage,
to maintenance of biodiversity and or maintenance of ecological life-support services.
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1- The natural– based component
A part from protected areas, other attractions include
national parks,
wildlife and biological reserves,
coastal and marine areas,
which are simultaneously used by both natural-based tourists and ecotourists.
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Activities of ecotourism in a natural setting
The activities of natural-based tourism can be distinguished into 3 main categories:
Activities dependent on nature (e.g bird watching)
Activities enhanced by nature (e.g camping)
Activities where the natural setting is incidental (e.g swimming)
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2- Sustainability component
One of the significant aspects of ecotourism is sustainability.
sustainable development as growth that brings benefits to people today without damaging resources
or prospects for future generations.
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2- Sustainability component
A primary means of maintaining sustainability is by limiting tourist numbers and
therefore the possibility for environmental degradation.
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3- Educational components Ecotourism appeals to people who
wish to interact with the environment and to varying degrees, develop their knowledge, comprehension and appreciation of it.
The aim of ecotourism is to educate the visitor about the value of natural environments.
Aspects of EcotourismLocal Economics More $ to the people
Natural World Connection Conservation & Protection Outdoor Recreation
Cultural Emergence “Off the beaten track”
Educational Language, Food,
Festivals, Sports, History
Ecotourist ProfileExperienced travelersHigher educationHigher Income BracketAge: middle to elderlyOpinion leaders
Ask & tell friends about tripImportant source of travel information
• Provides jobs and income for local people
• Makes possible funds to purchase and improve protected or natural areas to attract more ecotourists in the future
• Provides environmental education for visitors
• Encourages heritage and environmental preservation and enhancement
Benefits and Importance of Ecotourism
Ecotourism activities1. River tourism2. Horsing3. Hunting4. Cycling tourism5. Botanical tourism6. Climbing7. Hiking (trekking)8. Fauna tourism (wildlife watching)9. Tourism festival10. Photo safari11. Gem safari (ornamental stone collection tour)12. Golf tourism13. Air sports tourism
14. Scouting15. Geotourism16. Camp-caravan tourism17. Butterfly watching18. Winter tourism19. Bird watching20. Cave tourism21. Angling22. Snorkeling23. Diving tourism24. Agro-ecotourism25. Plateau tourism26. Direction finding (oryantring)27. Bang jumping
The land of ecotourism
Grand National Assembly of Turkey -1924
Grand National Assembly of Turkey - 2015
Мали Евроазија: ТурцијаSmall Eurasia: Turkey
• Turkey’s Forests
• Nature Conservation in Turkey http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/100/?sflang=tr#p=1• National Park of Kackar Mountain http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/15/?sflang=tr• Dagilcak Nature Park
http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/3/?sflang=tr• Turkey's Important Wetlands (Ramsar Sites)
http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/7/?sflang=tr• Flowers of Rize, Northeast Black Sea Region
http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/1/?sflang=tr• Turkey's Coves
http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/21/?sflang=tr• Cappadocia Historical National Park
http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/28/?sflang=tr• Caretta caretta
http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/12/?sflang=tr#p=24• Wildlife Animals Allowed to Be Hunted in Turkey
http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/64/?sflang=tr• Seized Butterflies in the Fight Against Biological Smuggling
http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/57/?sflang=tr• Turkey's Birds
http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/9/?sflang=tr
Forestsof Turkey: Mainresourceof ecotorism
Status Report on Nature Conservation in Turkey (2002-2013): http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/100/?sflang=tr#p=1Turkey's Biodiversity: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/5/?sflang=trNational Parks of Turkey: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/58/?sflang=trGallipoli Peninsula Historical National Park: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/55/?sflang=trPhotography Competitionon Autumn in Yedigöller, Northwest Black Sea Region: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/80/?sflang=trBirds of Bursa, Marmara Region: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/79/?sflang=trNational Park of Marmaris, Aegean Region: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/76/?sflang=trTrees and Brushes of Aegean Region of Turkey: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/71/?sflang=trPlants of Sultansazligi: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/70/?sflang=trWildlife Animals Allowed to Be Hunted in Turkey: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/64/?sflang=trAutumn in Yedigöller, Northwest Black Sea Region:http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/63/?sflang=trSeized Butterflies in the Fight Against Biological Smuggling:http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/57/?sflang=trRed Book of Butterflies in Turkey: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/56/?sflang=trBiodiversity in Niğde: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/52/?sflang=trButterflies of Trabzon, Northeast Black Sea Region: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/92/?sflang=tr
Turkey's Important Wetlands (Ramsar Sites): http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/7/?sflang=trTurkey's Birds: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/9/?sflang=trHunting & Wildlife in Turkey: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/77/?sflang=trTurkey's Coves with Their Photographs: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/21/?sflang=tr5th Photography Competition on Turkey'sWildlife: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/83/?sflang=trProceedings Book of Biodiversity Symposium 2013: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/82/?sflang=tr#p=14Proceedings Book of Biodiversity Symposium 2012: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/81/?sflang=trFauna of Ankara with Macro-photographs: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/51/?sflang=trDagilcak Nature Park: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/3/?sflang=trUludag National Park, Marmara Region: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/6/?sflang=trThe Anatolian Wild Sheep: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/8/?sflang=trReflections from Wildlife of Turkey: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/11/?sflang=trFlowers of Rize, Northeast Black Sea Region: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/1/?sflang=trCaretta caretta: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/12/?sflang=tr#p=24
Turkey's National Parks: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/14/?sflang=trNational Park of Kackar Mountain: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/15/?sflang=trPredator Birds of Northeast Black Sea Region: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/16/?sflang=trFilyos Bird Paradise: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/18/?sflang=trYazili Canyons Nature Park: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/19/?sflang=trReflections from Wetlands of Turkey: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/22/?sflang=trLake of Seyfe: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/23/?sflang=trUzungöl Nature Park: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/24/?sflang=trNational Park of Kure Mountains - A Successful Story: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/25/?sflang=trForest’s Book: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/26/?sflang=trA Booklet of the Rational Use of Water: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/27/?sflang=trCappadocia Historical National Park: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/28/?sflang=trAnkara Soğuksu National Park: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/29/?sflang=trSmall Worlds in the Flower Sea: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/30/?sflang=trFour Seasons Fable – Kure Mountains: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/31/?sflang=trTunca Valley Nature Park: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/33/?sflang=trA Revive to Biodiversity of Bozcaada: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/35/?sflang=trSome Medical and Aromatically Plants of Turkey: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/36/?sflang=trMaps of Turkey’s Birds: http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/38/?sflang=tr#p=6
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