BASIC ELEMENTS OF THE TOURIST PRODUCT IN RURAL TOURISM IN THE AREA OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF TOPOLE

Abstract

Tourism as an economic sector has the capacity to meet the diverse needs of different groups of tourists. Accordingly, tourism is an important factor in the development of areas where it exists and evolves. Holidays in rural areas, in the era of "fast life," are increasingly becoming an accepted form of tourism. The development of rural tourism is seen as a significant factor for the development of rural areas, the improvement of agriculture, crafts, and the preservation of the traditions and cultural customs of the region. This form of tourism also contributes to the development of sustainable development. Rural areas in Serbia vary in economic, social, and demographic terms. The differences are conditioned by their geomorphological characteristics (mountainous, hilly, and flat areas), changes in population numbers, economic structure, infrastructure, environmental conditions, transportation accessibility, etc. The aim of this study is to determine the level of quality of the tourist product offer in rural tourism in the municipality of Topola. The research methods used include the method of quantitative public opinion polling in the form of a questionnaire to assess the quality of the tourist product in rural tourism in the municipality of Topola. The obtained results show that the quality of the tourist product in rural tourism in the municipality of Topola is considered satisfactory, with the conclusion that there is potential for further development and improvement of the rural tourism offer in this area.