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Cultural Tourism Development through Route Design: Assessing Opportunities and Challenges in the FCT, Abuja

Cultural tourism has emerged as a significant driver of destination competitiveness, particularly in regions with rich heritage resources. Despite Abuja’s status as Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory and its diverse cultural assets, its tourism offerings remain underutilized due to the absence of structured cultural routes that could enhance accessibility, visitor experience, and sustainable development. This study examines the opportunities and challenges of developing cultural tourism through route design in Abuja. Adopting a mixed-method approach, data were collected from tourists, cultura…