Annotation. This article presents an analysis of natural recreational resources and ecotourism potential of the Mezynskyi National Park. The climatic conditions for recreational and tourist activities on the territory of the Mezynskyi NNP, as well as the phenological calendar (flora and fauna) were analysed. As a result, it was determined that the most favourable months for tourists are from April to October, due to the favourable air temperature, as well as the number of plants and animals that can be found on the territory. The flora and fauna of the park is very diverse, for example, the fauna of the park has 2200 species and includes many species from the Red and Green Data Book of Ukraine. The hydrological network is well developed. Several observation platforms have been created. The article also describes the list of ecological recreational services provided by the Mezynskyi NNP. The article concludes with a list of recommendations for further development and promotion of ecotourism in the park in order to raise the environmental awareness of the population.
Keywords: Mezynskyi National Nature Park, ecotourism, recreational and tourist activities, ecotourism potential.
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