Indian tourism
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This document provides an overview of tourism in India. Some key points: - Tourism is an important and growing sector in India, accounting for 9.4% of GDP and over 40 million jobs. - Popular types of tourism include history, adventure, medical, eco, cultural, pilgrimage, and beach tourism. - Major tourist destinations include Agra, Jaipur, Goa, Kashmir, Kerala, and several hill stations. - The tourism industry faces challenges like lack of infrastructure and accommodation, but India's cultural heritage and diversity provide significant potential for growth.
Indian tourism
- 1. Tourism In India Atithi Devo Bhava Submitted By: Sarthak Jain Class: 9th A Submitted to: Ms. Samar ma’am
- 2. Introduction • Tourism in India is economically important and is growing rapidly. • The World Travel & Tourism Council calculated that tourism generated ₹15.24 lakh crore (US$230 billion) or 9.4% of the nation's GDP in 2017 and supported 41.622 million jobs, 8% of its total employment. • Tourism in India has significant potential considering the rich cultural and historical heritage, variety in ecology, terrains and places of natural beauty spread across the country. • The industry is expected to generate 13.45 million jobs • Restaurants (10.49 million jobs) • Hotels (2.3 million jobs) • Travel Agents/Tour Operators (0.66 million). • India is having 52nd rank in Tourism & Travel competitive index. • Market Size = Rs7.64 trillion in 2015 • Foreign Exchange Earnings (FEEs) = Rs 12,903 crore
- 3. Different Types Of Tourism In India History Tourism Adventure Tourism Medical Tourism Eco System Cultural Tourism Pilgrimage Tourism Spiritual Tourism Beach Tourism
- 4. Strength of India for tourism • Country of rich heritage and traditions having a vast and varied history. • Places of ancient civilization and settlements dating back to several centuries present in India. • Unity in Diversity i.e.. Multicultural people staying together in the same country. • One of the fastest growing economies of the world. • India has been maintaining good and cordial relationship with different countries which helps the people of those countries to get the visas easily to visit India. • Alternative treatment like yoga & Ayurveda. • Special dietary services for international patient. • Lesser cost of medical procedures.
- 5. Weakness • Insufficient standard hotels in the country leading to the problem of accommodation for the visiting tourists. • Lack of proper infrastructure. • Poor health, lack of hygiene and proper sanitation among majority of people especially in the rural parts of the country. • Incidents of local people harassing and torturing the visiting tourists especially the foreign tourists in different parts of the country. • Air & water pollution in India. • No Medico legal security for medical tourists.
- 6. Threats • Our people, who do not have empathy for tourists. They charge exorbitantly for all merchandise and memoirs. Our people, who do not understand importance of maintaining historical monuments in good condition. They litter and they inscribe everywhere at will. • These incidents dramatically reduces the foreign tourist arrivals in India. • Lack of facilities like guides, good hotels (not costly ones), hygienic food and water, information boards etc. • Diseases in recent years such as Dengue, Chikungunya and Swine Flu are causing the tourists to stay away from visiting different parts of the country. • Lack of publicity for good tourist destinations among the travellers and also lack of good education to the locals on receiving guests and hosting them. Also, lack of publicity on cuisines and cultures. • Increasing competition from other exotic countries. Ex- Singapore, Hong Kong etc.
- 7. Most Visited Tourist Places In India Agra Jaipur/Udaipur Goa Kashmir Kanyakumari Kerala Old Delhi Ajanta Ellora Darjeeling Mysore
- 8. Agra Agra’s Taj Mahal is one of the most famous buildings in the world, the mausoleum of Shah Jahan’s favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is one of the New Seven Wonders of the world, and one of three World Heritage Sites in Agra.
- 9. Jaipur/Udaipur Jaipur is also popularly known as the Pink City, is the capital of the Indian state of Rajasthan. Jaipur is a very famous tourist and education destination in India. Lots of people flock to Jaipur to view the various forts and monuments in Jaipur which reflect its glorious past. Tourism is a significant part of Jaipur’s economy. Some of the world’s best hotels are located here.
- 10. Goa Goa is Famous for its pristine beaches, infact 90% of all the tourism in Goa happens only for its beautiful beaches in Coastal Areas. Goa has two main tourist seasons: winter and summer. In the winter time, tourists from abroad (mainly Europe) come to Goa to enjoy the splendid climate. In the summertime (which, in Goa, is the rainy season), tourists from across India come to spend the holidays.
- 11. Mountain Tourism India has fascinated millions of people from the various geographical locations of the world, to visit the country, where many religions were born and flourished. It is a land of varied diversity, where over a billion people speak more than 700 languages, sync together to prosper as a nation. There are numerous tourist destinations in the country. With “Athiti Devo Bhava” (Guests are Gods) as the prime lesson being taught in each household. It is one of the most tourist- friendly nations in the world. The hills have been successful in holding up the century-old traditions and cultures that have prospered the lives of the people in Incredible India. India is dotted with the awe-inspiring hills all over the country starting right up from Jammu and Kashmir to Tamil Nadu, encapsulating over 20 mountain ranges. There are many hill station tours in India to choose from, but the problem remains which one to select. In a country with over 20 mountain ranges, choosing a hill station can be a very challenging task. The travel and tourism in the northern part of the nation is dominated by the Himalayas, offering everyone a chance to get spellbound by the grandeur of the peaks and picturesque landscape, which one cannot ignore.
- 12. Most Visited Hill stations in India Nanital Based in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand surrounding the volcanic lake Nani, Nainital is adored by millions and is often referred as the ‘Lake District’ of India. It is a destination for all, whether you are looking for a perfect family outing, or a romantic getaway. Almora The beauty of the hills has captivated millions including Swami Vivekananda, who meditated here and wrote some of his popular speeches. It has provided a sanctuary for the people who visit the hills to find solace from the monotony of life. It was the serenity of the picturesque landscape that helped Rabindranath Tagore and many others in their conquest to rejuvenate the lost sparks of their lives.
- 13. Ranikhet Built entirely by the Britishers, Ranikhet accounts for the beauty of fauna and topography of the Himalayas. It provides a very calm atmosphere for the visitors to relax. Britishers were captivated by its beauty to an extent that they thought of naming it as the summer capital instead of Shimla. Kalimpong Kalimpong is a live example of Colonial Architecture in India. The place is replete with many monasteries and churches. It has a very peaceful and calm atmosphere, where the hustle and bustle is only limited to the local “bazars” (market). Kalimpong is renowned for its beautiful orchids and nurseries that produce flowering plants.
- 14. Islands To Visit In India • Majuli Island • Diu Island • Divar Island • St Mary’s Islands • Little Andaman Island — Island of rare marine turtles • Lakshadweep Islands • Barren Island • Grand Island • Great Nicobar Island — The largest island in India
- 15. Majuli Island — One of the biggest river islands in the world Majuli Island is the one of the biggest river islands in the world and subsequently in India. The most unique of all the islands in India, this place is famous for its breath-taking sunrises and stunning sunsets.
- 16. Diu Island — The island with Gujarati heritage This small island of India has traces of Portuguese culture infused in it. The architectural beauty and serenity can stun you to a surreal world. The exquisite beaches and tropical sea-food with a dash of Gujarati influence, will make it a notch different from other islands in India. And the best part, alcohol is legal here, unlike in Gujarat!
- 17. Divar Island — Near The Coasts Of Goa One of the untouched islands in India, Divar Island lies about 10 km upstream from Panjim, Goa. It is situated across the bustling river of Mandovi, and has retained the lively culture and countryside feel of Goa.