ABANDONED MOUNTAIN: A COMPARISON BETWEEN TURKISH AND ITALIAN MARGINALIZED AREAS

The research aims to uncover the underlying causes of abandonment and territorial fragilities in mountain areas of Italy and Turkey. This will help in understanding the similarities and differences between the two regions and contribute to formulating strategies to address these critical issues. The methodology employed in this study involves a multi-faceted approach to analyze abandonment and territorial fragilities in mountain regions. Initially, a comprehensive literature review is undertaken to examine existing research on the subject, providing a foundational understanding of the issues at hand. This is followed by a comparative analysis, where data and findings from the selected countries, Italy and Turkey, are systematically compared to identify both parallels and contrasts in their respective mountain regions. This is followed by an in-depth analysis of the Alps in Italy and the Taurus Mountains in Turkey, to provide insight into the unique challenges and conditions of these regions.