...Introduction Heritage Tourism Heritage tourism is define as the activities and services which provide international and domestic visitors with the opportunity to experience, understand and enjoy the special values of a region’s heritage, are sometimes referred to as heritage tourism (Lorton, 2013). According to Leigh Burns “heritage tourism is a personal encounter with traditions, history and culture. Heritage tourism is based upon the concept that each community has a story to tell. This is a rapidly growing niche market that is directed towards experiencing the local customs, traditions, arts, history, sites, and culture that authentically represent a particular place (Burns, 2010) Objective of the study The study includes the following objectives: * To identify the heritage destination and the overall satisfaction of tourists who visit heritage destinations. * To observe and understand the trend of heritage tourism in Nepal. * To analyze heritage destination and tourist’s overall satisfaction, and travel behavior characteristics. * To understand the impact of heritage tourism in Nepal. Hypotheses of the Study The study includes the followings hypotheses in order to analyze the relationship between heritage destination attributes and tourists’ satisfaction and their behavior characteristics, to understand the difference in derived factors in relation to their demographic and to identify the differences in the overall satisfaction of tourists’ in terms...
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...Sustainable Tourism Development in Heritage sites -Examination paper- Andra G Table of contents | Page | 1. Introduction ...………………………………………………………………………… | 1 | 2. Limitations ……….…………………………………………………………..…….…. | 1 | 3. Methodology ……………………………………………………………………….…. | 1 | 4. Theoretical framework ……………………………………………………..………… | 2 | 5. Analysis and discussions ..…………………………………………….……………… | 5 | 6. Conclusions …………………………………………………………...……………… | 11 | References …………………………………………………………………….…………. | 12 | 1. Introduction The aim of this paper is to analyze some of the main problems that occur when trying to implement sustainable development tourism in heritage sites and how can they be overcome. The obstacles which appear during the implementation process of sustainable tourism development are the realistic and practical part of the idea itself of being sustainable in developing and practicing tourism within the heritage sites. Theoretically, almost every official heritage site, registered within United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s list of sites (UNESCO), has been supported, either by government or stakeholders, with various policies, regulation and standards which are especially dedicated to the sustainable development of the heritage tourism, involving economical development, environment protection and both cultural and social advantages. But, in practice, there are several issues occurring when trying to apply all...
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...UNIT 34: HERITAGE AND CULTURAL TOURISM MANAGEMENT Get assignment help for this unit at assignmenthelpuk@yahoo.com LO1 Understand the growth and development of the heritage and cultural industry within travel and tourism Heritage: definitions of heritage; analysis of its importance and interest Attractions: different types of attractions; sites and venues; accessibility and sustainability of transport; up-skilling and re-training staff; changing staff profiles Natural: aspects of heritage including landscape, coastlines, national parks, forests, woodlands, wildlife, other habitats; impact of the travel and tourism sector on the conservation and sustainability of such sites Constructed: built heritage environment eg museums, historic buildings, artefacts, archaeological sites, transport, industrial heritage, sport-related heritage sites, themed sites, public art, sculpture and monuments Cultural heritage: role of heritage industry in shaping and sustaining cultural identity; regional and national costume eg song, dance, myth, legend, folklore, language and food; impact of issues Conflicts of interest: access versus conservation eg erosion, impact of visitors on sites and their immediate environments, presentation of heritage and culture to visitors, planning and land use, brown field sites versus green field sites, conservation threats imposed by further growth; potential role and impact of new technologies eg virtual reality and interactive software; access to the new technologies...
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...GAUDRIOT 23000 GUERET website: www.paysdegueret.fr Contact: Laurent RIVIERE - laurent.riviere@onf.fr SWOT Analysis of the Park: strengths and weaknesses Pag. 2 di 4 SWOT Analysis of the Park: strengths and weaknesses SECTORS STRENGTHS WEAKNESSES THE BIGGEST NATIONAL PARK OF ITALY great potential tourist attraction; beauty of the landscape; presence of very attractive "flag" species (Pinus leucodermis); presence of a large variety of species; great diversity of environments in a large territory; Lack of promotion of the Park at international and national level • the park has seen in a negative way by living people; • lack of an appropriate information about the usability of the Park; • Lack of packages tours (including "sustainable" tourism) relating to the Park; • Lack of a coordinated plan for promotion and marketing; • existence of a marginal tourist proposal compared to the potential of the park; • Poor tourist proposal in terms of facilities for the cultural, environmental and recreational fruition of the Park. presence of Community interest priority habitats characterized by high biodiversity, large availability of water resources, environmental integrity, 37 SCIs and 2 SPA, a low level of human 1) Environmental pressure on resources, large areas of and cultural natural interest goods Existence of valuable natural areas that Inadequate exploitation of natural historical may be further enhanced in terms of and cultural resources, especially in the inner enjoyment....
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...Environment and Tourism opened the Tsandi Royal homestead which is a Cultaral heritage museum. The region share a border with the Etosha National park , the governemrnt in 1996 passed a legislation that enabled the Uukwaluudhi people to form a conversacy to manage wildlife and tourism. The region has so many animals such as kudu, zebra, black rinho and so many bird species. There is the Baobab Tree heritage centre and campsite in Outapi town. This tree is over a 1000 years old abd it has been used for so many puposses such a chapel,fotess, landmark and a kindergarten. In the present day there is a kiosk which rents braai stands and sells wood, there are also campsites in the area. There is the Omugulugwombashe monument, which was constructed by the government a place of commemoration of the liberation struggle for independence. This is the place that were the war started in 1966. The region ids home to the Mighty Ruacana Falls. There is the Hippo Pool, this is located next to the falls. There are 10 camps which are lacated under Mopane trees(http://www.omusatirc.gov.na). As a councilor ro win back the respect of the people I shall use the ethical concept of respect.Resoct is defined as a feel or understanding that some one is important, serious and sould be trated in a certain way (http://www.merriam-webster.com). Under this principle I shall get some people and to observe respect at the cultural museum and to have infomaation on the people that book at the heritage centre...
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...preservation officer. Jim Jarvis, in a presentation Wednesday at the Archives, discussed various way of increasing tourism, like clearer, more unified signage, a more welcoming entrance to Uptown, and creating a heritage tourism council where members build a vision that sells Butte’s product — its history. Jarvis, who’s lived in Butte about 3½ years, said heritage tourism has been discussed in Butte over the past two decades, but solid plans haven’t really taken shape. Marketing, Jarvis said, has been the missing ingredient. Last year, a consultant helped update the 1993 Butte-Anaconda Regional Historic Preservation Plan. New plans include marketing strategies to attract tourists who drive through Butte — but don’t stop. Approximately three million nonresidents drive by Butte each year, mostly between May and October, Jarvis said. But less than 1 percent of those tourists stop. To attract visitors to “Montana’s Copperway,” Jarvis said it’s important to have a website, clear signage on the highway, and well-maintained historic features clearly marked by signs showing the way. Jarvis said his focus is on Uptown Butte. Plans for revitalizing the heritage on the hill could apply to the rest of Butte and Anaconda as well, he said. Pause Current Time 0:00 / Duration Time 0:00 Loaded: 0%Progress: 0%0:00 Fullscreen 00:00 Unmute Heritage tourism would generate money to build on and improve Butte’s history and help make the city more tourist-friendly, Jarvis said...
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...50 Hurt Plaza, S.E., Suite 595, Atlanta, GA 30303‐2915 • 404‐523‐6220 Georgia Humanities Grant Guidelines, Fall 2015 Application deadline: September 30, 2015 Maximum Grant Amount: $2,000 Projects can begin on or after January 30, 2016 Georgia Humanities invites 501(c)‐3 nonprofit organizations to apply for a program grant of up to $2,000 to support local humanities programs. The National Endowment for the Humanities defines the humanities as: The study of history, literature, language (modern and classical), philosophy and archaeology; as relevant to the human environment and with particular attention to reflecting our diverse heritage, traditions, and history and to the significance of the humanities to the current conditions of national life. Eligibility All applicants (nonprofit organizations) must have an IRS 501(c)‐3 status and must include their IRS determination letter with the application. GH also requires a DUNS number. Individuals are ineligible to apply. Organizations with an open GH grant are not eligible to apply until all required final paperwork is submitted. Examples of GH‐funded projects include: film presentations with discussions; literary events; historic walking tours/ printed guide booklets; cemetery programs/tours; living history programs with scholar introductions; exhibitions; oral history projects; educational workshops (children and adults) in college and public libraries; digital adaptations of existing records with ...
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...diving spots are among the country's most popular tourist destinations. The country's rich historical and cultural heritage is also one of its attractions and Vigan is one of the places where breathtaking taking cultural heritage can be found. The town of Vigan is one of the earliest Spanish settlements in the country, and was founded in 1572 by Juan de Salcedo. Vigan is filled with Spanish-style structures that remained unbroken or restored and it is well known for its cobblestone street, Calle Crisologo. According to the history, the name Calle Crisologo was named after the writer and respected son of Ilocos, Mena Pecson Crisologo. Calle Crisologo is the most beautiful and historical street in Vigan. The street is known for its cobble-stoned pathway lined with well preserved Spanish-style ancestral houses with similar architectural details. In this modern time, some of the houses have been turned into stores, restaurants and museums and some have been converted into inns. Souvenirs from Vigan and other interesting Filipino products can also be found in this street. Furthermore, Calle Crisologo is one of the streets where we can still ride an actual calesa like here in Intramuros and in Binondo. At night, the street turns into a romantic and lovely place because of the old ambience of the street lamps. It is really a good thing that most historical heritages like the Calle Crisologo still exist...
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...Discuss the effect of tourism on the United Kingdom’s economy. The United Kingdom is a developed country full of fantastic attractions, including beautiful landscapes and World Heritage Sites. It also bears its own unique characteristics in its history and culture. It is meaningful and worthwhile for everyone to pay a visit to its museums and historical buildings. “Visitor Economy Facts” (2013) proves that visiting heritage attractions is a very popular activity both for the international tourists and the UK locals. It quotes the top five attractions in terms of visitors admissions in 2012 based on the figures from the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions are: British Museum, Tate Modern, National Gallery, Natural History Museum and V&A (South Kensington). It shows that heritage and cultural attractions is the charm of the UK and it attracts a huge number of tourists to come. According to “Tourism in the United Kingdom” (2014), the UK is the world’s eighth biggest tourist destination with 29.2 million visitors in 2011. ￡28 billion were spent in the UK by the foreign tourists. “Why Tourism Matters” (2013) also states that since 2010, tourism is the fastest growing sector in the U.K. It is the fifth largest industries and it represents one of the most dynamic economic sectors which determine the growth of the UK’s economy. It generates ￡127 billion to the country’s GDP in each year. However, UK tourism gives both the positive and negative effects to the economy...
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...“Everyday Use” Alice Walker clearly depicts two contrasting meanings of heritage through characterization and symbolism of her two daughters, walker highlights the difference between two interpretations of African American culture and heritage. The gist of the story in “Everyday Use” is how mama bit by bit rejects the superficial beliefs of Dee, her older and extraordinary daughter in admiration of the values about heritage from her less fortunate daughter Maggie. With a more profound thought walker is going into the contrasting culture and heritage of African Americans and superficial African Americans. Mama narrates the story, Ms. Johnson or “Mama” is a woman whose everyday life is part of her culture and heritage. Mama describes herself as, “a large, big-boned woman with rough, man working hands. In the winter I wear flannel nightgowns to bed and overalls during the day. I can kill a hog as mercilessly as a man”(155). With knowing that only has a second grade education we can say that she has no choice but to follow tradition and heritage, and stay in the home like she grew up in and work the field as other before her did. Even as mama is more or less forced to do so, still she has a great understanding and value of the concept of heritage and culture. In knowing Mama’s love and compassion for her heritage she gives the quilts to Maggie, because Dee wants the quilts to preserve and display her heritage of her ancestors. Mama gives the quilts to Maggie because Mama knows that...
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...Conflict Essay “Everyday Use”-Alice Walker Alice Walker authored the short story entitled “Everyday use”. In this story we get a set of characters, round (Mama) and flat (quilt) and several supporting characters, like Hakim-a-barber. Walkers “Everyday Use” is set somewhere between 1960’s America right around the time the civil rights movement was taking place. The setting takes place at Mama’s house primarily with the exception of a flashback to their old house that burned down. The plot of the story reveals the characters cultural pride and ignorance towards the changing times. The themes in “Everyday Use” are, the meaning of heritage and the power of education. Additionally, the author creates different conflicts that arise throughout the story in which they are: man vs. man, man vs. society, and man vs. himself. Man vs. Man is first seen between Dee and Mama due to the fact that Mama doesn’t meet up to Dee’s standards. This coincides with the theme, power of education. Mama struggled to send Dee to a good school, which could have ended up doing more harm than good in regards to their relationship. Mama herself was denied an education and her youngest daughter Maggie lacks in that department. Therefor, giving Dee the advantage of being the only one educated which makes her arrogant and condescending. The education that Mama generously gave to Dee only created a bigger wedge between them and the family. Dee with her knowledge and way of the world becomes a...
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...African indigenous education A major shortcoming of African traditional education is that it focused almost exclusively on the clan or tribe and hardly prepared its recipients for outside contact. Practically, this meant that the skills and knowledge possessed by a given ethnic group could not he easily transmitted to another tribe (Tiberondwa, 1978). Moreover, the absence of literacy implied that the accumulated knowledge and skills could not be preserved in a written form. This prevented the transfer of the same from one locality to another and from one generation to the next. Many wise Africans have died with their own wisdom. A close examination of traditional methods of teaching further reveals that customary education was wanting or deficient in this area. Tiberondwa (1978) has rightly observed that among sorne tribes in pre-colonial Uganda, for example, there was too much reliance on inculcation of fear and punishment as a means of teaching. Among the Ankole, "slow learners and offenders were killed to discourage slow learning and scare young people from committing similar offences" (Tiberondwa, 1978, p. 10). This means of teaching could only produce learners who, out of fear, were obedient and submissive. They committed to memory ideas that they did not understand and the values they had no right to question. Indigenous education thus tended to kill the spirit of initiative, innovation and enterprise, that of which are (or should be) promoted by modem education...
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...and sister" (par. 3). She makes her feelings clear when she attempts to "take" the quilts Mama had promised to Maggie: "Maggie can't appreciate these quilts... she'd probably be backward enough to put them to everyday use" (Walker, 103). By using the quilts for purposes other than their original intent she believes that she is respecting her heritage, but this is not the case: her desire to put them on display is "really not quite so different from the white capitalist cashing in on ethnic artworks" (Sexton, par. 4) Not only is she conforming to the worst of American ideals, but she is rejecting and disrespecting her own cultural heritage-- all under the pretenses of preserving it. It is in this sense that she is the "embodiment of the struggle for a unifying identity," because she has not yet come to understand her place in society as both an African and an American. In great contrast with Dee, Maggie is a simplistic and good-hearted person. These characteristics add dimension to the story, and make her a "more likely bearer of sacredness, tradition, and true value than her "brighter" sister". She understands the true meaning of heritage. Just as her sister asserts, Maggie is "backward...
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...One of today’s biggest and most popular types of tourism is Heritage Tourism as it is a big business in economic and entrepreneurial terms. This type of tourism can also be referred to as Cultural Heritage tourism - a subdivision of tourism that is positioned towards the cultural heritage of the specific location that tourism is taking place (Timothy, 2011: 1). People travelling to these different locations can experience the place in terms of its relics, local cuisine and activities that took place in these places, which represent the people and occurrences of the past as well as the present heritage tourism provides international and local tourists visiting these locations with activities as well as services to assist in enabling them to enjoy and experience these places in a fun and easy manner, while also creating a business (Timothy, 2011: 46). Tourism to heritage locations often incorporates other branches of tourism such as ecotourism, nature-based tourism and adventure tourism. All these different branches of tourism, which adds to the different kinds of experiences tourists can encounter when learning more about these heritage locations such as museums or informational centres with exhibits, trails with information signs or brochures as well as staff that deliver interpretative tours. Heritage Tourism incorporates the sites themselves, as well as ideas and methods for organization, promoting, and interpreting the sites, as well as debate about concerns with continued...
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...August 2012 To What Extent is Negative Heritage a Benefit to Society？ UCL Language Centre Student: QIFAN WANG Tutor: MARK BAILEY Date: 16/08/2012 Word count: 1854 words Introduction Cultural heritage, including monuments, groups of buildings and sites, which are of outstanding universal value from the point of view of history, art or science(1972, UNESCO Convention World Heritage), is inherited from past generations, maintained in the contemporary era and bestowed for the benefit of future generations. While seemingly uncontroversial and due to its significant position and profoundly influential value, human beings are exploring ancient civilization and preserving cultural heritage. However, we should recognize that not all heritage represents a positive memory , the uncritical interpretation of heritage is indeed omit negative factors of the past. In order to distinguish heritage more thoroughly, we use the term “negative heritage” which is defined as sites that may be interpreted by a group as commemorating conflict, trauma and disaster (Rico 2010), more specifically, Meskell deems that negative heritage is a conflicting site that becomes the repository of negative memory in the collective imaginary (Meskell 2002, 558). Unlike other heritage which can win widespread appreciation and permanent admiration, negative heritage refers to death, wars, religious conflicts and culture clashes. Controversies of negative heritage are often more salient than its values...
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