The impact of tourism on rural communities (on the example of the republic of armenia)

The article provides an overview of changing rural communities with a developed tourism sector. The current development of the tourism industry in the Republic of Armenia is reflected. Three villages were identified in which the tourism industry is developed, and the conditions for their development conditions are indicated. Thefeatures of rural tourism are reflected. Development conditions are indicated. The problems and features that are developed when influencing the local culture and life of people are identified. Possible negative consequences of the development of tourism in the villages are considered.