INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
TEHRAN- The first-ever cycling tourism rally is set to take place in Shahdad, part of the UNESCO-registered Lut desert, in Southern Kerman
Iranmanesh as saying on Saturday
tourism brand and attract visitors.The Lut Desert is at risk of being removed from its World Heritage designation and organizing a cycling
tourism rally could serve as a symbolic effort to promote sustainable practices and mitigate harmful impacts on the region, he
non-governmental organization for cycling tourism stated that their efforts are focused on promoting community-based tourism, with
significant progress underway in this regard.Amin Amirifard highlighted that Iran boasts extensive tourism potential, including many
lesser-known spots that are inaccessible by vehicle but can be explored by bicycle.He added that the organization for cycling tourism
operates under the auspices of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, with their main mission being to showcase the
can be attached to bicycles, allowing access to areas that traditional bikes cannot navigate, including mountainous terrains and rivers.The
cycling competitions will commence on Wednesday morning in Shahdad, with a seven-kilometer route entering the Lut Desert.Over 200 cyclists
from various sports federations will participate at the event and simultaneous tourism tours will be organized for the participants
Winners of this competition will be honored in a tourist camp in the desert, and a handicrafts market will also be set up at the event to
showcase the tourism and handicraft potential of Kerman province.Situated in southeastern Kerman province, Shahdad is home to shifting
sands, salt plains, meteorite fields, and rocky terrain, which offers visitors breathtaking vistas and unparalleled serenity of the intact
nature and wilderness.It has long been a destination for adventurers, nature lovers, off-readers, and trekkers.The Lut Desert, widely
temperature data analyzed by NASA show that the Lut Desert is the hottest spot on Earth
is also considered one of the top areas in the world for finding meteorites, thanks to its unique parameters
In recent years, significant finds have been made, with the efforts of national and international teams of researchers.Sports tourism is a
rapidly growing segment of the global tourism industry, encompassing travel for the purpose of participating in or viewing sports events
This niche market includes a wide range of activities, from international sporting events like the Olympics to local and regional
competitions.The sector helps generate substantial revenue for host destinations through spending on accommodation, food, transportation,
It also creates jobs and stimulates investment in infrastructure
Hosting sports events provides opportunities for local residents to engage in and benefit from tourism activities.SAB/
