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This paper attempts to probe the scope of heritage tourism in India, which can help in shaping our society. Heritage Tourism is considered as one sector that shall propel growth, contribute foreign exchange, enhance employability and result in community development. The most important dimension of heritage tourism is the cultural exchange among various nationalities that visit the country and the cross cultural interface that shall pave way for universal peace and harmony. As on one hand tourism is seen as an economic option and on the other side the greater social and human effect. There is vast scope heritage tourism in India. The government should encourage private enterprises to promote heritage tourism in various less popular areas. For developing heritage tourism in such areas, we need to understand the environment, demography, socio culture, economic and political background of any place for making it an attractive tourist spot. To develop a strategic marketing plan for tourism we have to understand the target customer their needs and wants and how to match it with our heritage tourist spots' infrastructure.
In case of India, it is strongly emphasized that both heritage management and cultural heritage tourism hold huge potential for national development and also will reemphasize the shared relationships, values of cultural tourism, sustainability besides building the capacity for their preservation .In my paper, I have analyzed these two areas so as to make out a case for incorporation of a realistic strategy for encouragement of cultural heritage tourism activities and also to ensure their due protection.
Longdom Publication
A Detailed Study on Heritage Tourism in South Tamil Nadu, India2021 •
Heritage tourism involves services to tourists with the occasion to understand, and pleasure from uniqueness of natural and heritage features. Heritage tourism is a new and modern phenomenon relating to cultural tourism but its origin is mapped out back to the ancient periods of human existence. Cultural legacy, environment, accessibility and facilities are important features of heritage tourism places. Significant difference is prevailing among demographics of domestic tourists and features of heritage tourism places. Cultural legacy, traditional values, nature and environment and facilities have significant impact on revisit intention of domestic tourists. In order to improve revisit intention of domestic tourists, heritage tourism places should arrange cultural programs and they must give traditional hospitality. Additionally, places should maintain well and they must have recreational activities.
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Tourism industry in India is one of the most appealing industries in the country and contributes substantially in the socio-economic development of the country. Tourism is not only acknowledged as a leisure activity but to explore the new land, new adventure or search of knowledge of historical and cultural heritage of any place. The main objective of the research paper is to propagate, Uttarakhand state has an incredible potential to attract domestic and foreign tourists because of its historical background, cultural uniqueness and spiritual heritage attractions. As in the present scenario, the tourism industry of the state is flourishing more than an economic activity and has become a way towards adventure, leisure, knowledge, contentment and spiritualism. So it is the need of the hour to conserve and preserve those heritage treasure products that not only contribute in generating revenue but also proving an asset to the state. The study will analyse the significance of historical and cultural background of ancient destinations and their impact on the tourists arrivals and generation of revenue .Therefore it is a sincere effort to throw light to conserve heritage sites and their preservation or makeover will prove fruitful not only economically but also in preserving historical and cultural heritage of the state.
The concept of heritage refers to the sensibility and common acceptability of the symbol or tradition, both natural and cultural. In Indian context it has its root in the historical past with respect to root and identity associated with the earth or the human craftsmanship. The use and preservation of such heritage are recently promoted under the umbrella of sustainable heritage tourism. The basic idea of the sustainable heritage tourism is to accept heritage as commodity and to preserve and conserve it for the long future. The UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee has recommended a common background and norm for identifying heritage and heritage sites. Of course, the city of Varanasi fulfils all the criteria for getting it accepted in the WHL, it is unfortunately not yet included in the List. This paper presents a synoptic review of the conceptual framework of heritage, sustainable heritage tourism and finally describes the Heritage Zones of Varanasi and their relevance in the development of heritage tourism. Keywords: heritage, heritage tourism, historic city, holy city, Master Plan, heritage planning, zoning, sustainability, heritagescapes.
International journal of scientific research
Exploring the Cultural Tourism Potentials in North Eastern Region of India2015 •
The basic assumption of the paper is that a sense of national unity, an appreciation of regional diversity, and understanding of the past and present history of the region be well developed while discussing the cultural tourism.The paper is an exploration of cultural tourism potentials in North Eastern Region of India and develops the working definition tourism entrepreneurs and cultural tourism.The paper which is descriptive in nature is based on secondary data. The finding of the paper clearly reveals that the region which is endowed with more than hundred ethnic groups which follow different religions and speak different languages is an exotic place for cultural explorers.
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Heritage is an important part of the international tourism market. As with any resource, sustainable management practices are required to maintain the long-term value of heritage assets. It is claimed that sustainable heritage tourism provides quality experiences for the tourists while protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for local residents. Yet, irrespective of how tourism is introduced and developed in a community, residents' perceptions of heritage tourism benefi ts are the key to the success or failure of the local tourism industry. Th is paper deals with heritage tourism in the village of Pragpur in Himachal Pradesh, India which is popular for its ancient heritage and culture and is registered in the list of heritage sites in India. Th us, the purpose of this study was twofold: to investigate residents' perceived benefi ts of heritage; and to assess the residents' support for sustainable heritage tourism development. A questionnaire was desi...
Heritage is the key to understanding human behaviour and Heritage tourism is medium by which human beings understand properly about heritage. Heritage is the key concept and Heritage tourism is practical oriented. Heritage tourism can made peace in the world.
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