Geotourism; a strong point in sustainable tourism in Hormozgan province

Industrial tourism is highly profitable and economically viable, which is very important for cultural and social exchanges between different nations due to the lack of environmental pollution today. The natural attractions of any country play a significant role in attracting tourists. On the other hand, today the institutions of the tourist industry around the world acknowledge the necessity of environmental protection more than ever before to the tourism affairs in nature and beyond. Geotourism is a branch of ecotourism, in which tourists seek to observe morphological and natural attractions. Hence, the province of Hormozgan is one of the most important southern coast of Iran in terms of tourism and has numerous natural attractions. One of the most important features that introduces this region as a place with distinct geotourism features, You can find mangrove forests, rivers and springs, seas and waves, and numerous islands such as Qeshm Island (the only geostationary area recorded in UNESCO) and also unique salt domes. In general, the purpose of this research is to investigate and identify the natural, cultural and historical potential of Hormozgan province. The purpose of the present study is applied in terms of its nature and method. It is a qualitative research in terms of collecting information based on studies and library and field studies.