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SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT: ECOTOURISM- PRINCIPLES AND REGULATIONS FOR "CULTURAL SUSTAINABLE TOURISM" (CST)

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Bala. Manju
ยป doi: 10.48047/ecb/2023.12.si4.448

Abstract

Resilience and sustainable development are concepts that have emerged prominently in post-Covid-19 recovery thinking, whether on an international, national, regional, or local level โ€“ the ability to recover from crisis and the sustainable use of resources is at the heart of the current discourse. Eco and cultural tourism, a subset of the tourism industry, is no exception and entails responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment and improve the well-being of the local people facilitating learning of cultures. More than that, such tourism places a strong emphasis on local participation in the creation of travel experiences. Ecotourism should "sustain the well-being of local people, as well as create local participation, ownership, and business opportunities, particularly for rural people," according to the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Furthermore, local involvement is joint in rural tourism, allowing tourists to learn about local culture and lifestyles. These local characteristics are summed up by the broad term & "community-based ecotourism." In other words, the ideal is environmentally conscious travel that increases a traveler's appreciation of nature's beauty, biodiversity, and culture while lowering carbon footprint. Historic towns and heritage cities are crucial in ensuring more sustainable cultural tourism. Tourists also contribute to preserving natural and cultural environments by following specific guidelines issued by local authorities. These guidelines demonstrate how decision-makers can evaluate their current approach and begin to develop a clear plan of action for a better, more sustainable, and resilient future. The present paper dilates on aspects of eco and cultural tourism and the overall action plans and guidelines laid down by local governments in select countries.

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