Proposal of a point valuation method for the assessment of the sight-aesthetic value of the underwater landscapes of lakes in the context of exploration tourism

Motives: Most research on underwater landscapes is conducted in seas and oceans. Visual aesthetic assessments of the world are very rarely conducted; literature subject scarce does not cover inland bodies water.Aim: The aim this study was to develop a point valuation method for assessing visual value water. Attractiveness maps can be generated create plan tourist development identify attractive exploration sites divers. proposed also applied channel traffic protect valuable areas as well that characterised by low scenic beauty, but significant ecological functions.Results: A water developed an attractiveness map generated. Measurements were performed at points randomly distributed measurement grid. results direct observations made experienced divers used analysis. demonstrated lakes developed.