This article examines the influence of natural, geographical, historical, and cultural factors on the development of tourism and recreational zones in Central Yakutia. Key areas with high tourism potential are identified, including cities with significant cultural and historical heritage—Yakutsk, Olekminsk, and Vilyuysk—as well as specially protected natural areas. The relationship between ethnographic and ecotourism, the preservation of cultural identity, and the rational use of natural resources is explored. The research methodology includes a comprehensive urban planning analysis, socio-cultural and retrospective studies, and spatial modeling. The study revealed that areas located near key settlement centers, along the Lena River, and near nature reserves are promising areas for tourism and recreational development. It has been established that ethnographic tourism plays an important role in preserving the traditional way of life of indigenous peoples and promoting regional identity, while ecotourism promotes the rational use of natural resources. Developing tourism and recreational infrastructure in the Far North requires consideration of seasonal accessibility, transportation constraints, and the state of the infrastructure. The identified patterns can be applied to strategic planning for the development of territories with extreme natural and climatic conditions, as exemplified by Central Yakutia.
Ladik et al. (Thu,) studied this question.