A geographic study on the effects of coastal tourism on sustainable development: Coastal tourism in Cide

Abstract

Cide is a district of Kastamonu in the Black Sea Region located in the northwest part of Turkey. Cide district, 140 km from Kastamonu, has many values including existing tourism potential, especially in terms of sustainable development. The characteristics of Cide should be assessed well. The improvements in infrastructure service and investments will take Cide to great heights. This situation will make an important contribution both to Cide and Turkish economy. The natural and cultural beauties of Cide are important both for Turkey and the world. In this case study, the characteristics of Cide have been explained; the historical development of Cide settlement has been mentioned; and the coastal tourism potential of Cide district that combines landscape and sea, has been discussed. All geographical details have been researched and reflected in the findings section of this article. In Conclusion, what can be done for Cide has been discussed. © 2013 Copyright Taylor & Francis.