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'Responsible Tourism' The New Buzz,India Becoming Hot Spot For Tourists From Across World


By ugesh sarkar, Section Tourism
Posted on Tue Apr 08, 2008 at 12:01:24 AM EST

With India becoming a hot spot for tourists from across the world, "responsible tourism" is the new buzz that is floating around. Even as India continues to attract lakhs of tourists because of its splendid historical architecture and rich culture along with beautiful beaches in Goa to reliving the royal experience in Rajhasthan, rural tourism or what now is called 'responsible tourism' is gaining popularity.

On offer is the skilled diversity of art, craft, cultural and natural heritage.

Enabling visitor interactions with the local communitys way of life at rural sites across India.

Experts associated with this initiative say that special attention has been given to the community's understanding of visitor needs. "There is overarching focus on sustainable practices, hygiene and sanitation, and signage, interpretation and local guides to tactfully unveil local history," says Mayura Balasubramanian, UNDP Project Support Officer, Endogenous Tourism.

She adds that packaged programmes will provide insights to rural art and craft imparted by skilled artisans and artistes, together with accommodation created using local material, local style and local skill or in home-stays providing local cuisine. For entertainment purpose, you have the village entertainment groups who disclose history and culture, natural and oral treasures.

Source: PTI April-08-2008

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