Suitability evaluation for mountain-based adventure tourism: A case study of Xinjiang Tianshan, China

A spatial suitability evaluation system for mountain-based adventure tourism (MBAT) identified optimal regions within Xinjiang Tianshan, China, for different types of adventure tourism. The study, integrating AHP-Delphi techniques and quantified indicators in ArcGIS, revealed that the Kurdening and Tomur regions are most suitable for professional adventure tourism, while Tianshan Tianchi lake stands out for experiential adventure tourism. Mass adventure tourism is viable across vast middle to low-altitude areas of Tianshan. These findings offer critical insights for planning sustainable adventure tourism development, enhancing regional competitiveness, and guiding mountain communities in strategic tourism growth.

Wang, C., & Yang, Z. (2021). Suitability evaluation for mountain-based adventure tourism: A case study of Xinjiang Tianshan, China. Plos One, 16(2), e0247035. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0247035