Aquaparks, in recent years, have become one of the new remarkable recreational spaces in the touristic
settlements. They have been developed as to respond the increasing necessity of recreation and to improve the
recreational space alternatives.
This research has been carried out to display the recreation potential of aquaparks by examining their spatial
characteristics and by considering their contributions to tourism the development strategies have been figured
out.
Within the frame of this purpose, 4 aquaparks which are located into Izmir and its near environs were chosen as
case areas. Analyzing the situational and physical structures of the aquaparks, the spatial content was examined.
The case areas, in the light of the information taken from the aquapark administrations and the visitors, were
evaluated according to the administration – user – designer approach.
As a result of the study; it has been observed that they have not yet completed the spatial development required
by the activity areas however they are very important for tourism by both locational and recreational features.
Primary Language | Turkish |
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Journal Section | Articles |
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Publication Date | June 1, 2006 |
Published in Issue | Year 2006 Volume: 8 Issue: 10 |
Bartin Orman Fakultesi Dergisi Editorship,
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