Promotion of the tourist destination through the perspectives of the geocological zones of the landscape in the municipality of Ilha Grande, Piauí

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Tourism interlinks economic, social, and environmental dimensions, fostering sustainable regional development. This study examines the Parnaíba Delta, focusing Ilha Grande (PI), with unique landscapes and ecotourism potential. Through landscape mapping, direct observation, and geospatial analysis, key zones were identified, integrating natural features and traditional activities. Community engagement highlighted local perceptions of landscape changes and development opportunities. Strategic zoning balances preservation and tourism, emphasizing the importance of territorial planning. The approach aims to conserve biodiversity, strengthen local cultures, and provide a model for regions with similar potential.

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Mateus Rocha dos Santos, Universidade Federal do Piauí (UFPI)

Master's student in the PPGEO (Graduate Program in Geography) at UFPI (Federal University of Piauí). Bachelor in Tourism from the Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba. Conducting research on the hydrographic basins of Baixo Parnaíba and the coastal area of Piauí state (2018–present). Former Trainee Member of the Dean’s Office for Graduate Studies, Research, and Innovation (2020/UFDPar); Member/Volunteer at the Center for Studies and Research on Renewable Energies – NEsPER (UFPI); Member/Volunteer of the Research Group on Sustainability and Heritage in Hydrographic Basins – GESBHAP (CNPq/UFPI). Volunteer at the Interdisciplinary Tourism Studies and Research Group (EITUR/UFPI). Member/Volunteer of the Geomorphology, Environmental Analysis, and Education Group – GAAE, at the Federal University of Piauí.

Edvania Gomes de Assis Silva, Universidade Federal do Delta do Parnaíba (UFDPar)

Ph.D. in Geography (Regional Analysis), M.A. in Development & Environment, Specialist in Geography & Territorial Management. Researcher in Hydrographic Basins, Landscape, Sustainability, and Tourism. Professor of Geography, Environment, and Tourism Geography (UFDPar/UFPI).

Coordinator of GESBHAP Research Group (CNPq). Member of Geomorphology, Urban Studies (GERUR), and Tourism Research (EITUR) groups. Council member at APA Delta do Parnaíba and Ilha Grande’s Environmental Council.

Currently at UFDPar (federally established in 2018, separating from UFPI), but maintains UFPI ties via research projects and graduate programs since 2015.

Francisco Pereira da Silva Filho, Universidade Federal do Piauí (UFPI)

Bachelor in Tourism from the Federal University of Piauí. Specialist in Development and Advisory of Public and Private Projects from the Center for Personnel Training and Capacitation - CCTP/Faculty of Science and Technology of Teresina - FACET. Master in Geography from the Federal University of Piauí. PhD in Development and Environment from the Federal University of Piauí (PRODEMA/UFPI).

Works in the areas of Tourism and Environment, Tourism Projects, Urban Solid Waste Management, Organization and Planning of Tourist Spaces, Public and Private Administration, and Scientific Work Methodology. Member of the Study Group on Sustainability and Heritage in Hydrographic Basins - GESBHAP - Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba - UFDPar. Member of the Interdisciplinary Tourism Studies and Research Group - EITUR/UFDPar.

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2025-11-18

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Vol. 50 No. 1 (2025)

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