Eco Tourism in India

Posted on August 15, 2009 in Eco Tourism

Eco tourism is new facet of tourism. People travel to natural habitats to appreciate nature in all its wonders. India, of course, has much to offer to the tourist who is interested in having a glimpse of the fauna and flora of the country. Who would not like to be in the midst of luscious green woods and forests, observe various flowers and plants and enjoy the comfort of shady trees? “WOW” can explain what one is trying to say.

The people living within the country benefit by eco tourism as their respective areas are well preserved for their natural habitats. Also tourists learn a lot about their cultural heritage. The Government of India ensures that the cultural heritage of these regions are preserved and also gains much revenue from of such type of tourism.

Why the concern for eco tourism?
Today’s world has become highly materialistic. Cities are developing into mere concrete buildings, thus destroying tress and flora and fauna. One gets fed up with the monotonous living of cities, which are full of stress, pollution and boredom. Escaping to the lively confines of natural habitats can be quite a relief to the nerves.

Indian cultural tradition has always propounded the theory of being one with nature. High priests and saints would stay in far off retreats which are peaceful and bountiful in nature. It permits them to think well and meditate. Even in today’s modern living and working styles, people prefer to go off to a remote place and take their major decisions and enjoy and relax as well. Work-cum-pleasure is the motto these days.

The effect of global warming
The global warming process has affected the climatic conditions in the country. Many of the natural forest reserves are being denuded, lakes are being polluted with chemical pollutants. Trees are being felled in cities to give way to concrete buildings. Environmentalists are screaming loud. They want the Government to make an all out effort to preserve the natural habitat. There is now growing awareness among citizens to preserve the natural habitat.

Popular areas for eco-tourism in India
The Himalayan mountain range has much to offer. The greenery can calm your nerves and soothe the eyes. The summers can be superb. In winters, one can enjoy the snowfall and indulge in various adventure sports such as skiing etc. Himachal Pradesh is another state which has natural habitat that is very appealing to the senses. One can visit Jammu and Kashmir. The bubbling rivulets and streams are eye-catching. The Western Ghats are also popular place for eco-tourism as well as the Nilgiris in the south. Kerala is an exotic place to visit.

The rivers in India draw much tourists. Many foreigners visit the Ganges in Benares and Rishkesh. The beaches in Goa are fantastic places to while away time. The climate there is very congenial. One can escape from the harsh winters of West.

Efforts to promote eco tourism
India has about 80 national parks and 441 wildlife sanctuaries, which assist in preserving the wildlife resources existing within the country. There are protection laws also operating which ensure that people do not kill animals or fell trees or destroy the flora and fauna. Several zoological and botanical gardens are there. Poaching has been stopped to great extent. Even eminent personalities indulging in poaching are prosecuted.

Tree plantation is being carried out by several environmental organizations. Various NGOs and organizations are trying to educate the common man at the grass root level about the importance of preserving the environment.

The “Green Laws” are meant to protect the environment and establish the primacy of nature in all its beautiful manifestations. Tourists can now and explore the mysticism of nature in India and appreciate flora and fauna in complete earnestness.

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  1. Now days people are geeting more interested in eco tourism but somehow don’t follow the forest etiquette.

    IMO, we all must educate ourselves about the destination place & also should follow the forest etiquette so that we don’t disturb the wildlife.

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