"International Journal of Geography, Geology and Environment"
2021, Vol. 3, Issue 1, Part A
Problems and prospects of tourism in the Kumaun region of Uttarakhand
Author(s): Dr. Bhuwan Chandra Melkani and Anil Kumar
Abstract: In modern world tourism is emerged as one of the largest service-sector industry and generates national income as well as job opportunities especially for local population and become an avenue of economic and social development and cultural exchange. Tourism is not merely an activity for leisure and entertainment but it also an enriching and energizing activity. Uttarakhand known as Devbhoomi or ‘Abode of Gods’ is a site of temples and pilgrimage, endowed with salubrious climate, exotic greenery, rich flora besides its rich culture. The Kumaon region of the state of Uttarakhand is attracting tourist in large numbers and is becoming one of the preferred choice of visit. Beside all this the tourism industry in the region is facing some problems which need to be considered to capitalize the potential of tourism in the Kumaun region. The present paper tries to analyze the problem as well as prospects of tourism development in the Kumaun region of the Uttarakhand state, the nature of the research is Descriptive and based on the secondary sources of data. The study results reveals that no doubt there are many challenges and problems for tourism development, but with certain improvements and proper planning the prospects for tourism development can be capitalized.
Dr. Bhuwan Chandra Melkani, Anil Kumar. Problems and prospects of tourism in the Kumaun region of Uttarakhand. Int J Geogr Geol Environ 2021;3(1):42-45. DOI: 10.22271/27067483.2021.v3.i1a.52
