Ecological tourism in the Moscow agglomeration: potential and resources

The article is devoted to the study of the resource base of tourism in the Moscow agglomeration, focusing on ecotourism as one of the key components. The relationship between natural and anthropogenic resources is discussed, and the role of cultural attractions in shaping the attractiveness of tourist destinations is analyzed. During the analysis of the natural resource complexes of the region, the main directions for the conservation and sustainable use of natural resources necessary for the development of ecotourism are identified.