ANALYSIS OF THE CURRENT STATUS AND MAIN INDICATORS OF TOURISM VILLAGE DEVELOPMENT

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state and key indicators of tourism village development in Uzbekistan within the broader transformation of the national tourism system during 2020–2024. It examines the post-pandemic recovery of the sector, the expansion of the geography of tourism services, and the emergence of new territorial forms, including rural and ethnocultural destinations. Particular attention is given to the dynamics of tourist flows, institutional development of the market, growth in tourism organizations, and the expansion of accommodation infrastructure. The study substantiates that tourism villages should not be viewed as isolated phenomena, but rather as a result of tourism diversification, deepening regional economic linkages, and redistribution of tourist flows. Using the case of the Bukhara region, the paper highlights the specific features of integrating rural areas into the tourism system and identifies existing reserves and growth factors, including infrastructure, cultural and historical potential, and institutional conditions. The findings emphasize the strategic role of tourism villages in ensuring sustainable regional development, increasing the length of tourist stay, and expanding the participation of local communities in tourism activities .