Geoecological analysis of recreational load on the beaches of the Kalamitsky Gulf of Crimea

Abstract

The beaches of the Kalamitsky Gulf are experiencing high anthropogenic load, over past decades the area of many beaches has significantly decreased, their recreational value has fallen. The purpose of this work is to conduct a geoecological analysis of recreational load on the beaches of the Kalamitsky Gulf of Crimea. To achieve this goal, the recreational load on the beaches of the Kalamitsky Gulf of Crimea was calculated using remote observation methods with the use of geographic information systems and video surveillance cameras in real time. It was found that at the moment the recreational load is within the norm, which is due to the closed air traffic and less intense tourist flow for 2022-2024.