The presentation of some cultural-historical resources of Vidin district and their promotion as tourist objects

Abstract

The presentation and provision of access to the cultural values of the Vidin region (Bulgaria) by the local community aim to promote them and increase visitor’s interest. Two of the objects located on the territory of the district have been proposed for inclusion in the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage List - the Magura Cave with drawings from the Bronze Age (proposed for inclusion in 1984) and the Belogradchik Rocks (proposed for inclusion in 2011). The local cultural and historical heritage is valuable for developing regional tourism. The article aims to draw attention to the general state of Vidin's culturalhistorical and archaeological heritage, evaluated from its visitors' point of view. Based on field surveys conducted in the administrative area, conclusions and recommendations for developing cultural-historical tourism are drawn. The research results confirm the positive relationship between cultural tourism and the promotion of the cultural and historical heritage of the region through the application of some stimulating mechanisms.