Cultural Heritage Tourism: Preserving Traditions While Promoting Economic Growth

Authors

  • Manish Bhatia Pranav Lovely Professional University
  • Devansh Malhotra Gupta Lovely Professional University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62951/icgtsave.v1i2.158

Keywords:

Cultural Heritage, Tourism Development, Historical Preservation, Local Communities, UNESCO Heritage Sites

Abstract

Cultural heritage tourism provides economic opportunities while preserving historical and traditional values. This paper explores strategies to balance tourism growth with cultural preservation, emphasizing the role of local communities in sustainable cultural tourism. Case studies from UNESCO heritage sites illustrate best practices in cultural tourism management.

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Published

2024-11-30

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Vol. 1 No. 2 (2024): Proceeding of The International Global Tourism Science and Vocational Education

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