Tourism in India

In India tourism has emerged as an instrument of employment generation, poverty alleviation and sustainable human development. During 2008-09, direct imployment in the tourism sector was estimated to be over 50 million. Tourism promotes national integration and international understanding and gives support to local handicrafts and cultural activities.

Tourism in India may be examined under the following headings:

1. Nature Tourism and Hill Stations 2. Hill Stations 3. Historic Monuments and Archaeological Sites 4. Cultural and Religious Tourism 6. Adventure Tourism