TEHRAN – Measures are in place to draw sports tourists with leveraging provincial capacities to the fullest extent, said Alborz’s official in charge of tourism.

“We’re ramping up every effort to utilize the full capacity of the province in arranging sports events on both national and international scales,” Rahim Khaki noted in a meeting with provincial auto racing activists on Tuesday.

With over 70% of the national potential in auto racing, Alborz is poised to become a hub for sports-oriented events, Khaki highlighted, emphasizing the prominence of auto racing in boosting tourism across the province.

The director-general emphasized the necessity of governmental and administrative support in facilitating these events. “The Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Department of Alborz province will play a key role in paving the way for arranging such incidents,” he added.

Khaki further elaborated that sports tourism could significantly enhance the provincial tourism economy. “This underscores the importance of developing infrastructure and organizing auto racing events in collaboration with local organizations,” he winded up.

Sports tourism is a rapidly growing segment of the global tourism industry, encompassing travel for the purpose of participating in or viewing sports events. This niche market includes a wide range of activities, from international sporting events like the Olympics and the FIFA World Cup to local and regional competitions.

Sports tourism generates substantial revenue for host destinations through spending on accommodation, food, transportation, and entertainment. It also creates jobs and stimulates investment in infrastructure. Hosting sports events provides opportunities for local residents to engage in and benefit from tourism activities. 

With the growing popularity of sports globally, more destinations are investing in facilities to attract sports tourists. This trend is particularly notable in regions looking to diversify their tourism offerings. There is a rising focus on making sports tourism sustainable, ensuring that it benefits local communities while minimizing environmental impacts.
All in all, sports tourism is a dynamic and influential sector of the tourism industry, offering significant economic, social, and cultural benefits.
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