The interaction between solar radiation, atmospheric circulation and the ground surface conditions determine the weather characteristics of a region; therefore, weather conditions suitable for tourist’s activities have become a tourism resource. The temperature, humidity, sunshine, wind conditions and cloudiness of a tourist destination affect the comfort of tourists and the associated tourism environment. These parameters tend to form various climate tourism resources, such as summer resorts, winter retreats and sunshine spots. A proper evaluation of climate tourism resources is a crucial aspect of tourism planning and development.
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(2020). Climate Tourism Resources. In: Chen, A., Ng, Y., Zhang, E., Tian, M. (eds) Dictionary of Geotourism. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-2538-0_356
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