The contribution of Ottoman monuments to cultural tourism and local development: Digital practicesThe contribution of Ottoman monuments to cultural tourism and local development: Digital practices

Maria Manola 1, *, Maniou Fotini 2 and Roιdo Mitoula 2

1 Department of Tourism and Management, University of West Attica, Greece.
2 Department of Economy and Sustainable Development, Harokopion University of Athens, Greece.
 
Review Article
Magna Scientia Advanced Research and Reviews, 2025, 13(01), 078-084
Article DOI: 10.30574/msarr.2025.13.1.0230
Publication history: 
Received on 25 November 2024; revised on 04 January 2025; accepted on 06 January 2025
 
Abstract: 
The Kemal Atatürk Museum in Thessaloniki is an important tool for attracting tourists and strengthening the local economy. The house-museum has become one of the main tourist attractions of Thessaloniki, with its popularity steadily increasing. In addition to its historical significance, it hosts contemporary events that highlight the cultural influence of the Ottoman era. The research questions of this study are the following: Is there cultural tourism in Thessaloniki because of the Museum? Does the Museum contribute to the local development of Thessaloniki?
 
Keywords: 
Kemal Ataturk Museum; Historical Symbol; Local Development Greece-Turkey Relations; Cultural Tourism; Varvarossa
 
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