FORMATION OF NATIONAL IDENTITY AND SPIRITUAL VALUES IN STUDENTS THROUGH PILGRIMAGE TOURISM
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This article explores how pilgrimage tourism contributes to the spiritual enrichment of students. It argues that pilgrimage tours serve not only as a form of spiritual engagement, but also as a meaningful avenue for deepening national identity and reinforcing cultural values. Drawing on the example of Bukhara’s historical pilgrimage destinations—especially the tradition of the “Seven Saints” (“Yetti pir”)—the study demonstrates how such journeys nurture students’ patriotism, national consciousness, and moral beliefs. The research also compares theoretical perspectives of different scholars on religious tourism and supports its practical importance by highlighting its positive influence on students’ spiritual and ethical development.
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