Evaluating the Impact of Ecotourism Residences on the Preservation of Traditional Architecture and Tourism Boom (Case Study: Lakterashan Village)

Authors

  • Hossein Mahmoodnezhad * Department of Architecture, Ghazvin Branch, Islamic Azad University, Ghazvin, Iran.
  • Amin Alijani Department of Architecture, Ghazvin Branch, Islamic Azad University, Ghazvin, Iran.

Keywords:

Ecotourism lodge, Vernacular architecture, Tourism, Lakterashan village, Traditional architecture

Abstract

This research aims to assess the impact of establishing ecotourism lodges on preserving traditional architecture and promoting tourism in Lakterashan Village, Tonekabon. Using a descriptive-analytical method, the study demonstrates that these lodges, by utilizing traditional materials and construction methods, not only attract tourists and generate economic prosperity but also play a significant role in preserving and revitalizing indigenous architecture and raising awareness of the region's cultural and environmental values.

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Published

2025-02-10

How to Cite

Evaluating the Impact of Ecotourism Residences on the Preservation of Traditional Architecture and Tourism Boom (Case Study: Lakterashan Village). (2025). Architectural Dimensions and Beyond, 2(1), 8-16. https://adb.reapress.com/journal/article/view/22

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