Natural Beauty Research Articles

Assessing the Tourist Appeal of a North African Destination: An Analysis of Destination Image and its Effect on Recommendations and Revisit Intentions

ABSTRACT Algeria is actively enhancing its destination image for sustainable tourism through the “Tourism Development Plan: Horizons 2030,” aiming to boost its allure as a tourist destination. However, recent literature lacks an exploration of specific attributes’ impact on visitors’ behavior. A recent study on 338 Libyan visitors, utilizing Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), revealed that both cognitive and affective image aspects positively impact intentions to recommend and revisit, with the affective aspect exerting a stronger influence. Policymakers should prioritize promoting natural beauty and historical landmarks while enhancing local amenities to broaden Algeria’s appeal and attract more visitors. This comprehensive approach is essential for bolstering the country’s tourism sector in line with its development goals.

Visual quality assesment in recreational and touristic landscape

AbstractAlthough the landscape quality parameter in rural areas, which is called landscape beauty, varies according to the way the individual perceives the landscape, being able to perceive and understand the landscape visually in rural and urban landscape areas, natural and cultural tourism and recreation areas is directly related to whether that recreational area is used actively or not. This study aims to examine the effect of perceptual landscape parameters in touristic and recreational landscape character. In this study, it was investigated how the recreational and touristic landscape character can be emphasized with visual quality value. For this purpose, Gölbaşı Pond and its surroundings in Bursa in Turkey, which has a rich landscape character selected as study area, by evaluating the area’s visual landscape quality. The method of the study visual quality analysis was performed and the data obtained by visual quality analysis were compared. As a result, Gölbaşı Pond and its surroundings with its natural beauty and nature, as well as its landscape qualities suitable for recreational activities, provide opportunities for many recreational activities, and the study concluded that all landscape quality parameters support each other and create a potential for more.

Combinatorial Libraries of Bipodal Binders of the Insulin Receptor.

The binding process of insulin to its transmembrane receptor entails a sophisticated interplay between two proteins, each possessing two binding sites. Given the difficulties associated with the use of insulin in the treatment of diabetes, despite its remarkable efficacy, there is interest in smaller and more stable compounds than the native hormone that would effectively activate the receptor. Our study adopts a strategy focused on synthesizing extensive combinatorial libraries of bipodal compounds consisting of two distinct peptides linked to a molecular scaffold. These constructs, evaluated in a resin bead-bound format, were designed to assess their binding to the insulin receptor. Despite notable nonspecific binding, our approach successfully generated and tested millions of compounds. Rigorous evaluations via flow cytometry and specific antibodies revealed peptide sequences with specific interactions at either receptor binding Site 1 or 2. Notably, these sequences bear similarity to peptides discovered through phage display by other researchers. This convergence of chemical and biological methods underscores nature's beauty, revealing general principles in peptide binding to the insulin receptor. Overall, our study deepens the understanding of molecular interactions in ligand binding to the insulin receptor, highlighting the challenges of targeting large proteins with small synthetic peptides.

Negative Capability in Keats’s “Ode to Autumn”

This paper examines and analyzes the ideations of negative capability postulated by Keats in his “Ode to Autumn”. His negative capability embraces uncertainty, doubt, and ambiguity in poetry, without seeking to impose rational explanations or resolutions. He employs the third- person narration, depersonalized imagery, universal themes, and avoids using personal pronouns in writing the odes. These aspects expose his fundamental concept of negative capability because he desires to remain in doubt, uncertainty, and mysteries by the process of depersonalization of the authorship. He explicates the true nature of beauty in his “Ode to Autumn”. He embraces the mystery and complexity of the ripening of fruits like grapes, apples, gourd and hazelnuts. The bee-hives are filled with honey. The season embodies the contrasting qualities with their harmonious coexistence. Keats explores the occupations of autumn. The season performs various activities in the form of a reaper, a winnower, a gleaner and a cider –presser. Keats juxtaposes the activities of life as well as the passivity/ death in these occupations. He introduces the songs of autumn. The mournful sounds of the gnats, the bleating of the lambs, the singing of the crickets, the whistling of the redbreast and the twittering of the swallows offer the music of autumn. The ambiguities of the abundance and the decline in these songs reflect the cyclical nature of the autumn season. This paper applies the dynamics of the qualitative approach, with an interpretive research design to unveil the beauty of the autumn season.

Повесть И. С. Тургенева «Первая любовь»: на границах идиллии

The paper is dedicated to analysing Ivan Turgenev’s novella “First Love” (1860), which has not undergone detailed philological scrutiny before. The research aims to identify the border phenomena of the idyllic discourse and its specificity. The scientific novelty of the paper lies in examining the boundaries of the idyllic through the analysis of characters, chronotopes, and the motif system in the novella. The research findings revealed that in Turgenev’s work, all types of idyll – rural, familial, and romantic – are seemingly present, but they are only represented at the level of genre-specific features (beautiful nature, youthful age, first love). The novella represents a recollection, reflection, a turn to the “golden age” of the hero’s youth, his first infatuation, thus demonstrating elegiac traits. Through the lens of idyllic images, motifs, and details of the chronotope, their quasi-significance is seen. Semantic signs (the garden, linden trees, alleys) serve as substitutes for unrequited love. Details of “locus amoenus” are merely symbols linking the author’s work to the idyllic tradition, but in reality, they deviate from reader expectations and demonstrate the opposite of an idyllic world perception.

Societal narratives in a Vietnamese rap song

This study explores the cultural and moral narratives in the contemporary Vietnamese rap song “Nau an cho em” by Den Vau. The research employs a corpus-based linguistic analysis to dissect the song’s lyrics, uncovering themes and messages that resonate with broader societal issues in Vietnam. The analysis reveals four key themes: the resilience and hope of children in Vietnam’s mountainous regions, the empowerment through education and self-improvement, the juxtaposition of natural beauty with hard realities, and the portrayal of community and collective identity. These themes highlight the song’s portrayal of the challenges faced by marginalized communities, the transformative power of education, and the importance of communal support and unity. The study demonstrates how contemporary Vietnamese music, particularly Den Vau’s work, transcends entertainment to offer profound insights into social commentary and moral reflection. It underscores the role of music as a medium for cultural expression and societal discourse in contemporary Vietnam.

PRODUKSI RUANG PUBLIK PEDESAAN SEBAGAI DESTINASI WISATA: STUDI DESTINASI WISATA MUNCAR

Abstract: The public space of the Muncar cravingtourist destination is experiencing a majortransformation gradually. The advantage of a tourist destination is that it has natural beauty that is still preserved and culture, local wisdom is still preserved from generation to generation by the people of Muncar village. Many people use the Muncar rural tourist destination as a public space as a place to interact. The Muncar craving areahas transformed from an unkempt area to a well-maintained area and is producing space with the emergence of new buildings and new faces. This research method uses descriptive qualitativemethodology, data is collected through observationand in-depth interviews. This study aims to examine the production of public space in the Muncar rural area using Henry Lefebvre's theory ofpublic space production. Apart from that, tomaintain the sustainability of Muncar Rural Tourismas a public space that can be used by anyone and to accommodate various human activities, bothindividually and in groups Keywords: public space, tourist destination

Maternal and Child Health: The Key to a Better South African Future

South Africa, a country rich in history and natural beauty, also faces serious challenges in the health sector, especially maternal and child health. Maternal and infant mortality rates are still high, inequality in access to health services, low levels of education and knowledge of reproductive health, as well as problems of malnutrition and HIV/AIDS are the main focus of discussion. Although the government has launched programs to improve maternal and child health, funding challenges and disparities in health resources between regions still hinder the achievement of equitable health coverage. This article highlights the importance of increasing health budget allocations, building first-level health facilities, improving the skills of health workers, reproductive health education, nutritional interventions, and multi-stakeholder cooperation to overcome these health challenges.

Prospects and Challenges of Tourism Industry in Meghalaya- Socio-Geographical Approach

The paper discussed prospects and challenges of tourism industry in Meghalaya. It has found that tourism industry is growing in Meghalaya. It benefits on employment creation, income generation, revenue, foreign exchange, infrastructure building etc. Meghalaya is known for natural beauty, lush greenery, and hills. There are opportunities of ecotourism, adventure tourism, cultural tourism, and agri-tourism. It is rich in flora and fauna, heritage and traditions, culture, wildlife etc. Travellers can involve in rock climbing, water sports, caving, trekking, and hiking. Meghalaya has numerous travel attractions for tourists. Seven Sisters Falls, Mawphlang Sacred Forest, Elephant Falls, Mawsynram, Cherrapunji, Dawki River, Laitlum Canyon, Living Root Bridges, Umiam Lake and Nohakalikai Falls are the popular tourist destinations. Abysmal infrastructure, lack of alternatives means of transport, boundary issues, poor connectivity, ethnic conflicts, are the major challenges. Therefore, Government should implement proper policies for the mitigating the constrains and development of tourism in the state

Transcriptome analysis reveals critical genes and pathways of regulating the branching architecture of Lagerstroemia Indica in response to gravity signal

The branching architecture, as the main category of plant architecture, has a profound impact on creating natural beauty and plant production. Also, the gravitropic responses are involved in directional growth of all plants on earth. The crape myrtle as a kind of important ornamental plants is widely applied to urban landscaping. However, the regulatory mechanism controlling the branching architecture in response of gravity signal is poorly understood in crape myrtle. To identify the putative molecular mechanism, the transcriptome sequencing of crape myrtle in gravitropic growth was performed. Paraffin section analysis displayed dominant difference in the horizontal and erect branches. Also, large numbers of differentially expressed genes (DEGs) were identified between normal condition and gravitropic growth. Based on the KEGG analysis, the DEGs were mainly enriched in GA biosynthesis and signal transduction, starch and sucrose metabolism, and plant MAPK signaling pathway. This research enhanced our molecular comprehension of branching architecture in response to gravity signal while also enabling the practical application of these insights to improved crape myrtle as a significant ornamental species.

Christina Huynh: The Charisma of Nature in Street Art

Reflecting on environmental awareness, in this article Christina Huynh (STYNA), who has an educational background in Visual Communication, illuminates and unpacks the representation, dynamics and beauty of nature in her street art murals. She explores the personal experiences with nature that inspired her art and how her environmental enthusiasm informs and shapes her portfolio. Touching on issues of fragility and the loss of biodiversity, this article revolves around the beauty, the joy, the wonder, and the fascination that nature offers.

Plato's Aesthetic Thought Study of "Idea World"

The Great Hipius is a treatise on Plato's aesthetic thought. In the text, the question of "the very nature of beauty" is debated. It puts the difference between "beauty itself" and beautiful things, but it has never found the "what exactly the beauty is" answer. In his later articles of aesthetic thought, he thinks that anything in the world has rational. In the relationship between art and reality, Plato analyzed the access to "beauty is reason", and through the "inspiration said", "crazy said" to answer the source of art. The importance of aesthetic education in line with the provisions of the "Utopia" is proposed, which is also very modern. It is embodied in the exploration significance, reference ability and practical function of its aesthetic thought to today's aesthetic education. It has played a positive role in promoting and learning from the development of today's aesthetics. Practical education of beauty can cultivate perfect personality, good behavior, good mentality, positive attitude, and ultimately shape human nature with aesthetic qualities. In order to meet the needs of people in various spiritual fields and cultural levels, artistic creation has emerged. People need to constantly create art to reflect "beauty" and create aesthetic value. The human need for beauty is a special spiritual need, aimed at pursuing spiritual enjoyment and pleasure, and is the best way to pursue self realization. Plato's aesthetic ideas play an indispensable role in contemporary aesthetic practice and the construction of a harmonious society.

MEMBUKA PINTU DUNIA: EKSPLORASI TREN BISNIS PARIWISATA DI KABUPATEN LAMPUNG SELATAN DALAM PERSPEKTIF GLOBAL

The background to the study of global trends related to tourism and creative business in Lampung Province, Indonesia, emerges from the importance of understanding the global dynamics that affect the development of these sectors at the local level. The phenomenon of globalization has changed the landscape of the tourism industry and creative business significantly. By understanding global trends related to tourism and creative, the Province of Lampung can identify opportunities, overcome challenges, and develop appropriate strategies to increase competitiveness and strengthen the contribution of tourism sector and creative enterprises to economic growth and sustainable development. The city of Lampung Selatan offers a wide range of tourist products, ranging from natural beauty, such as beaches, mountains, and waterfalls, to cultural heritage, like temples and museums. This diversification allows tourists to enjoy a variety of experiences during tourist visits. Exploring tourism business trends in Lampung City in a global perspective requires a holistic and planned approach for local governments among them: analysis of global trends, strengthening tourism infrastructure, digital promotion, development of tourist packages, international partnerships, environmental and cultural preservation, investing in SDM training, as well as environment and cultural conservation.

From Nature to Art: Selection and Aesthetic Transformation of Dried Flower Materials

Dried flower art, as a unique art form that perfectly integrates the beauty of nature with artistic creativity, demonstrates its profound aesthetic value and cultural significance. This article delves into the selection process of dried flower materials and their aesthetic transformation. Through the analysis of different types of dried flower materials and the study of how to utilize these materials for aesthetic transformation in the creative process, it reveals the underlying aesthetic logic and cultural connotations behind dried flower art.

ENHANCING TOURISM POTENTIAL: THE TRANSFORMATION OF YANGIABAD DISTRICT

This article explores the ongoing efforts to enhance the tourism potential of Yangiabad district in Uzbekistan through infrastructure development, cultural heritage preservation, natural beauty promotion, and stakeholder collaboration. The research findings highlight significant progress in improving accessibility, showcasing cultural heritage, promoting adventure tourism, and fostering community involvement. By investing in these initiatives, Yangiabad is poised to emerge as a premier tourism destination, offering visitors a unique blend of history, nature, and adventure. Continued focus on sustainability, quality experiences, and stakeholder engagement will be crucial in unlocking the full tourism potential of Yangiabad and positioning it as a sought-afterdestination in the region.

Storytelling in precarious landscapes: Insights from a photovoice project in rural Appalachia

The impacts of the coronavirus pandemic in the small central Appalachian town of Rainelle, West Virginia cannot be understood separately from the broader human-environment relationships of this place. These relationships are grounded in landscapes that hold tremendous natural beauty alongside the scars of coal and timber extraction, and which now face increased risk of flooding because of the changing climate those extractive industries helped create. Too often, stories of this place lack attention to this complexity because they do not account for the perspective and knowledge of the people who live and make their livelihoods there. This paper details findings from a photovoice project in Rainelle that captured life in the small town in Fall 2020, through the lenses of nine town residents. Their photos tell a story not just of the height of the pandemic in rural America, but also of what happened when the pandemic intersected with ongoing efforts to recover from a devastating flood in 2016 and decades of socio-economic hardship before that. The results show that photovoice is an effective method by which political ecologists can facilitate the telling of stories by and with research participants, while also offering insights for how we might envision more just climate futures with people not typically part of conversations about climate change, such as those from the precarious landscapes of rural Appalachia.

Sustainable Tourism through Coffee: Agrotourism Development in Turekisa Village, East Nusa Tenggara

Agrotourism in Indonesia stands as a vital potential for development support. Indonesia boasts numerous agrotourism destinations, with one such developed site located in Turekisa Village, Ngada Regency, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). This tourist destination has gained prominence due to its breathtaking natural beauty, often dubbed as the "land above the clouds," a reputation that continues to grow alongside the increasing number of visitors to the hills and the abundant natural resources, particularly the substantial coffee production at Bukit Wolobobo. The coffee cultivated around Bukit Wolobobo is of the Arabica variety. The aim of this study is to analyze strengths, opportunities, weaknesses, and threats, and to determine development strategies for coffee-based agrotourism in Turekisa Village, Ngada Regency. The research methodology employs SWOT analysis, drawing data from interviews with six key informants: the Head of Agriculture Department, Head of Tourism Department, Agricultural Extension Officer, Chairperson of the Coffee Farmers' Group, Tourism Management, and Community Leaders. The findings of this study indicate placement in Quadrant I, suggesting that the coffee plantation agrotourism in Turekisa Village needs to be maintained and further enhanced given its significant quality potential.

Eksplorasi Keindahan alam dan budaya Melalui Study Tour ke Pura Tanah Lot, Bali

Study tour is one of the effective ways to directly learn about the natural beauty and culture of a region. This journal documents our experiences during a study tour to Tanah Lot, Bali. We explored the natural wonders, got to know the local culture, and felt the warmth of the local community. By combining direct experiences and deep reflections, we were able to enrich our understanding of the cultural richness and natural beauty of Bali.

Sustainability of The Tanjung Lesung Tourist Destination

Tourism contributes large foreign exchange to tourism organizing countries. Tourism also creates jobs, provides income and quality to society. The Tanjung Lesung natural tourist area is part of Banten Province which has excellent natural beauty on par with Bali and Raja Ampat Papua. The potential natural beauty of the Tanjung Lesung area can be relied upon as a source of regional income. The Tanjung Lesung tourist area has many beach tourism objects, sand tourism, water tourism, underwater tourism, beautiful panoramas, unspoiled forests, tempting culinary delights, fruit native to Banten Province. The Tanjung Lesung tourist area also experienced problems after the tsunami disaster. So this is a challenge for Tanjung Lesung Tourism to provide tourist satisfaction and sustainability. The results of this research show a positive influence between variables, thus showing that tourists are satisfied with the improvement of the Tanjung Lesung tourist area after the tsunami disaster and give hope for tourism sustainability.

Lipstick as a Female Student’s Visual Communication Strategy

Symbolism through coloring is commonly used in various social communications because color is significant for representing ideas, feelings, emotions, beliefs, and spirituality. Color gives character to objects and aboutness, including the color of lipstick on someone’s lips. This descriptive-qualitative study using in-depth interviews explored how female students at the Al-Azhar University of Indonesia (UAI) represented certain meanings through their choice of lipstick colors. This study was conducted objectively and avoided gender bias. The research found that even though they semiotically did not know the associative or connotative meaning of certain colors, the informants admitted to using lipstick for various reasons, namely, for the face to look bright and fresh, being more confident and prettier, showing their natural beauty, and displaying a cheerful impression. However, the analysis proved that after taking a closer look at the 10 lipstick color choices that have been reviewed, the subconscious message they want to convey is quite complex, ranging from optimism, cheerfulness, joy, modesty, warmth, wanting to be the center of attention, femininity, passion and love, and sensuality.