MINSK, Sept. 4 (Xinhua) -- Inbound eco-tourism accounted for a significant part of Belarus' tourism services, contributing 2.6 million U.S. dollars to the country's economy last year, Director of Tourism Department of the Ministry of Sports and Tourism of Belarus Irina Voronovich said at a press conference on eco-tourism in Belarus on Wednesday.
According to her, in 2023, inbound eco-tourism was worth 2.6 million dollars to the country's economy, up 31.4 percent over 2022. In January-May 2024, a growth of 49.2 percent was made in comparison with the same period a year ago. The figures indicate an increasing demand for eco-tourism.
September has been declared the month of eco-tourism in the country, Voronovich said, and much has been done to give a boost to eco-tourism, which provides foreign visitors with the best picture of Belarus boasting an abundance of unique natural wonders.
"This type of tourism covers different social and age groups. We follow the global trend set by the World Tourism Organization and pay much attention to the principle of inclusion. Our eco-trails are equipped for people with disabilities," she added. ■
