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Ecotourism is a sub-component of the field of sustainable tourism. Ecotourism must serve to maximize ecological benefits while contributing to the economic, social, and cultural wellbeing of communities living close to ecotourism venues. Even while ecotourism is often presented as a responsible form of tourism, it nonetheless carries several risks.
Tourism in India is 4.6% of the country's gross domestic product (GDP). Unlike other sectors, tourism is not a priority sector for the Government of India . The World Travel and Tourism Council calculated that tourism generated ₹ 13.2 lakh crore (US$150 billion) or 5.8% of India 's GDP and supported 32.1 million jobs in 2021.
Kodagu district is commonly known as the "Scotland of India". [1] The district is a hotspot for tourism and recreational activities. [ 2 ] [ 3 ] The mountainous Kodagu region is filled with biologically diverse tourist attractions such as waterfalls, forests, and wildlife which can be impacted by tourism.
The state was ranked ninth in the ‘World's Greatest Places' and was described as an ‘eco-tourism hot spot'. [14] In 2023, The New York Times selected Kerala as one of the 52 must-see tourism destinations in the world. Kerala was selected as thirteenth in the list and was the only state in the list from India. [15]
Kerala is a state on the tropical Malabar Coast of south-western India. Nicknamed as one of the "10 paradises of the world" by National Geographic, [30] Kerala is famous especially for its Eco-tourism initiatives. Its unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, have made it one of the most popular tourist destinations in ...
New islands in the Andaman archipelago are expected to open for tourism related activities. Andaman and Nicobar Islands are promoted as an eco tourism destination. The major activities currently present in the islands are Scuba Diving, Sea Walking, Parasailing, Kayaking, Game Fishing, Semi submarine, Glass bottom boat ride and Night cruising.
Karnataka is notable for having the highest populations of elephants, Gaur bison, and tigers in India, with numbers exceeding 6000, 8000 and 400 respectively. The state's forests are vital habitats for endangered species such as tigers and lepards. Eco-tourism is a significant activity in Karnataka, with the state leading others in this sector.
Sikkim is the major producer of Black cardamom in India, accounting for 88% of all cardamom produced in the country. [12] Other major crops of the state include paddy, buckwheat, maize, barley, tea, and potatoes. [13] Sikkim is known for its unique Temi Tea, something which the Tea Board of India is considering for a geographical indication tag ...