BAIKAL-AMUR MAINLINE AND DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM IN EASTERN SIBERIA

Abstract

[For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version)].ABSTRACT The richest natural reserves that the Siberian and Far Eastern regions have along the Baikal-Amur Mainline (called in short in conformity with Russian practices as BAM) make this zone more attractive for tourists and people ready to go here for balneological resorts, mineral waters, all kinds of mountain, water and any other trips and excursions. Opportunities of the region are assessed in the article, proceeding from the really existing prerequisites for development and outlined prospects for individual territories, projects and spheres of activity. Keywords: Baikal-Amur Mainline, Eastern Siberia, Far East, tourism, economy, development of new territories, transport complex, development potential.