This article scientifically analyzes the ecological and ethnic features of pilgrimage tourism formed in the Kashkadarya oasis, the stages of its historical development and modern transformation processes. The study studies the current state of the holy places, pilgrimage sites and traditional values associated with them in the oasis, and highlights the changes occurring as a result of globalization, urbanization and the development of tourism infrastructure. It also analyzes the impact of the ecological environment on the development of pilgrimage tourism, issues of natural resource use, and the role of ethnic culture in tourism activities. The article uses qualitative and descriptive methods, and a comprehensive approach to the problem is implemented based on historical sources, scientific literature and regional observations. According to the results of the study, it was determined that pilgrimage tourism in the Kashkadarya oasis is not only a form of religious and practical activity, but also an important social institution that preserves the ecological balance, ethnic identity and cultural heritage of the region.

Kashkadarya oasis, pilgrimage tourism, ecological factors, ethnic culture, transformation processes, traditionalism, cultural heritage.

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